Wall Street Legend

The term "interest exchange" is not often used by people, but it is one of the core essences of modern human society.

Ye Dongqing is quite proficient in this area. He doesn't care what Mr. Bill Campbell says. He just wants to get what he wants. Therefore, he is willing to make concessions when it comes to Mr. Campbell's interests and give him long-term positions, equity awards, and Facebook. Consultant position and other benefits, but he is just a guy with a bad temper. There is no need to break up because of this small conflict between the two parties.

Before deciding to meet the man next to me, I had already learned about his personality, preferences and other issues from Mr. Steve Jobs in advance, and spent money to find a well-known consulting company in Silicon Valley to learn about Apple from them. Board-related news, such as each person’s personality, background, etc.

He has been working alone in the past. As the company continues to expand, he has encountered more and more problems recently. Perhaps it is time to form a dedicated team to help deal with these messy things, just like with a consulting company. In fact, there is no need to participate in the whole process, such as human contact. All Ye Dongqing needs is the results.

As a listed company, Apple needs to disclose information to the outside world. In addition, the market value exceeds US$5 billion, so the consulting company's information is quite comprehensive. The information in it lets Ye Dongqing know that Mr. Bill Campbell is a well-known person. For those who cherish their wings, money is no longer attractive to them. When they are over sixty years old, they have looked away from almost everything they should look away from.

Therefore, Ye Dongqing continued in a calm tone: "I admire you very much. To be honest, I never thought that Google could grow so fast. When I first learned about it last year, it was still a company with a market value of three to four billion US dollars. So far, its market value has grown It has more than doubled, and what’s even more frightening is that it hasn’t even been launched yet. I heard that Eric Schmidt is your student, Steve Jobs is also half of your student, and there are a bunch of other successful businessmen. Almost Forget Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos, I hope you can point out my company too. Google is so successful that it’s like a myth. Don’t you hope that Apple can also take a leap by changing its development direction?

You should know that there is a problem with the current development direction. It is not that the products are not good enough, but that the software ecosystem cannot keep up. The entire PC industry has fallen into a bottleneck period. Mobile terminal products are the future. They are more portable and practical. Unlike laptops, they can be placed on Take it anywhere in your pocket and access the Internet anytime, anywhere! "

Everyone doesn't like to hear good words. The old man's expression softened immediately. He looked at Ye Dongqing as if he were looking at a good student who is willing to learn humbly. Although he was happy in his heart, he still said modestly:

"I just gave them a little bit of advice, correct advice. A large part of Eric and Jeff's success today is due to their own efforts. In addition, there is luck. Maybe you don't know that I have Just being a college football coach, I love helping young people succeed.

Of course, I also see the shadow of success in you, and you are probably more successful than them. After all, when Jeff was your age, he was still supported by his parents, but you have become a famous billionaire. Most Americans are prejudiced against Chinese Americans. I know that you are a very hardworking nation. In fact, you are probably the most hard-working and serious nation. I know Wang An, and I also know Jerry Yang, the founder of Yahoo. They don’t have the potential like you. If you insist that you want me to give you some suggestions, I will arrange a time to talk to you next. After I understand After that Facebook company, a lot of people in Silicon Valley have been talking about it recently. It's a great start, but the next step is even more important, and you should remember that. "

The exchange of compliments suddenly turned into a mutual compliment. Ye Dongqing was happy to see this scene. It seemed that he had successfully won the old man's favor through small social tricks.

Don't think that the hired board members have no money. According to Ye Dongqing's knowledge, this old man has earned tens of millions of dollars in the past few years just from receiving rewards. He is now thinking about helping him win the decision of Apple. Quan, how many benefits should be given to the other party, at least seven figures.

Until now, Apple is still operating under the management of the board of directors. Due to certain concerns, it is necessary to insert spokespersons to safeguard its own interests, especially when it is likely to face a crisis in the future. The project was about to be axed, and someone had to stand up and speak for Jobs.

You must know that this guy held a little over 11% of the shares back then, but was kicked out by the board of directors in the end. He was so angry that he had to sell all his shares. Ye Dongqing didn't want him to be kicked out by other shareholders just because of the short-term pain. They attacked. According to rough calculations, the projects that will be axed involve about 200 million US dollars. With so much money wasted, it is strange that shareholders are not angry.

After taking a sip of coffee, Ye Dongqing replied with a smile: "Wow, thank you for such high praise. I'm looking forward to future cooperation. Facebook is growing so fast that I'm not sure I can continue to manage it well." I believe that with the help of outstanding consultants like you, it will help me solve many problems.

In addition, Mr. Campbell, I want to ask you a question. If I don’t replace him, can I trust Mr. Bogle and let him be my spokesperson for Apple? "

After thinking for a while, Old Campbell immediately guessed what Ye Dongqing meant.

The Mr. Bogle also serves on the board of directors of Apple. He used to speak on behalf of shareholders led by American Vanguard Group. More than a month ago, this world-class fund management company packaged Apple shares and sold them to Danshui. Investment group, since Vanguard Group is no longer a shareholder, Bogle's stay has become a problem. Ye Dongqing is hesitating whether to let him continue to manage Apple on behalf of Tamsui Investment Group.

Without Ye Dongqing, Vanguard Group would have become Apple's largest shareholder. Because of his emergence, history is destined to be changed.

"Bogle is a very capable person and has a very good relationship with me personally. If you are worried about him blocking this plan, there is absolutely no need. His mind is more open than mine. Since I can accept this, A secret research and development plan, that guy would definitely agree with it.

So... you should make an appointment to have dinner. I will call and talk to him. I have missed the time to take blood pressure medication. I will go back first. Remember to send me some information about your company, the resume of the executive officer, and funds. , development plans, financing plans, etc., I want them all, which will help me analyze your company more comprehensively. "

"Thank you again, I'll ask the driver to take you back..."