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Episode 27: Special—A Conversation with Microsoft's Head of Strategic Investments Brian Schultz

Acquired

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How to Build a Relationship With Potential Acquirers

Microsoft co-founder and CEO Satya Nadella says startups need to build relationships with potential acquirers before they can get a deal done. He adds that Microsoft is not looking to make companies or make rounds, except in those really rare cases like the Facebook investment. "We're not going to jump in and save a company if they're running out of money so we're relying on folks to rely on us," he said.

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