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The PayPal Wars
350 pages, 2012
business & management
1082 books
technology
392 books
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999 booksWhen Peter Thiel and Max Levchin started an online payment platform in 1999, they planned to help millions of people all over the world. That goal threatened to become a nightmare when their start-up, PayPal, survived the dot.com meltdown only to be plagued by unprecedented hurdles. PayPal's history is an intriguing study of human struggle and resilience against great circumstances, as related by former insider Eric Jackson.
Before Thiel and Levchin could make internet history, the entrepreneurs Thiel and Levchin hired had to overcome some of the most difficult challenges ever faced by a Silicon Valley startup. The hardback edition of The PayPal Wars, according to business guru Tom Peters, author of In Search of Excellence, is a great page-turner with the best account of corporate strategy unfolding in a world evolving at warp speed. The new paperback version will include updated content as well as new perspectives on online business.
In The PayPal Wars, Eric M. Jackson shows us how PayPal revolutionized the online payment industry. The company didn't just adapt to the existing market, they created a whole new one. This teaches us the importance of innovation and thinking outside the box in business.
PayPal faced numerous obstacles, from legal issues to fierce competition. Yet, they managed to overcome these challenges and come out on top. This book encourages us to see challenges as opportunities for growth and learning.
Jackson emphasizes the importance of having a strong, dedicated team. PayPal's success was largely due to the hard work and commitment of its employees. This book encourages us to invest in building a strong team for any business venture.
The PayPal Wars gives us a glimpse into the leadership style of Peter Thiel, PayPal's CEO. His vision and determination played a crucial role in the company's success. This book encourages us to develop strong leadership skills and to lead with vision and purpose.
PayPal's story is a testament to the transformative power of technology. It changed the way we do business and made online transactions easy and accessible. This book encourages us to embrace technology and to look for ways it can improve our businesses and lives.
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The PayPal Wars is a captivating narrative that provides a raw, first-hand outlook on the struggles and triumphs of a company that overcame the odds, defined an era, and ultimately changed the world.
Peter Thiel - PayPal Co-founderThe PayPal Wars vividly captures the tumultuous early days of a startup that became a significant player in the financial industry and gave rise to a new era of digital commerce.
Elon Musk - Tesla CEOThe PayPal Wars is a fascinating insider's view into the events and battles that most people only saw from the outside. It's a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Silicon Valley startups.
Max Levchin - PayPal Co-founderThe PayPal Wars is a compelling account of the company's struggle to survive and thrive. It's a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of business, technology, and entrepreneurship.
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