Archive for September, 2011

Understanding Why Netflix Changed Pricing

Posted on September 18, 2011. Filed under: Internet, online video, Uncategorized, video, Web/Tech |

Many journalists have offered their opinion on Netflix’s recent changes, its stock price decline, and their even more recent branding changes (Qwikster). Yet in each article, it appears as if the journalist all agree that the price move (creating separate prices for streaming and DVDs) was a bad strategic move. As an example, Techcrunch notes: “Raising prices for those of [...]

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On IPOs: If You Are Going To File, Make Sure You Price

Posted on September 14, 2011. Filed under: Internet, IPO, Uncategorized | Tags: |

As you likely know, I am a big believer that the IPO can play a key role in the development of a company’s life. Moreover, I have argued that many in our ecosystem have an unhealthy anxiety regarding the dangers and consequences of being public. Lastly, I have argued that the IPO window is wide [...]

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