Compaq Computers: Rod Canion (2019)
How I Built This with Guy Raz
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From Idea to Investment
This chapter recounts the journey of securing funding for an innovative technology product, detailing the swift transition from ideation to meeting with venture capitalists. It highlights the challenges faced in the early days of the company, including team dynamics and the development of a portable computer prototype. The narrative underscores the initial market skepticism and the company's strategic approach to reverse-engineering technology while navigating competition and aiming for survival in a challenging industry landscape.
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