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The Slack DPO

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Slack's IPO and Competitive Dynamics

This chapter explores Slack's trading debut and the surge in its share price, alongside notable Silicon Valley investments and ownership patterns. It examines Slack's financial performance, retention metrics, and the competitive landscape with Microsoft Teams and Discord, highlighting the challenges and strategies for achieving profitability. The discussion emphasizes Slack's marketing efforts and investment strategy, illustrating the potential long-term returns despite current unprofitability.

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