Compaq Computers: Rod Canion (2019)
How I Built This with Guy Raz
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The Rise and Fall of Compaq
This chapter explores Compaq's journey from a startup that outperformed IBM in the portable computer market to its eventual decline after merging with HP. It highlights the crucial factors of competitive strategy, personal challenges, and the importance of backward compatibility in tech evolution. Through personal reflections, the speaker shares insights on corporate leadership, burnout, and the lessons learned for future entrepreneurs.
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