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How to Take Over the World
John D Rockefeller
Feb 25, 2024
Discover how John D. Rockefeller became the richest man ever, his ruthless tactics in monopolizing the oil industry, his strategic business acumen, the rise of Standard Oil, and his lasting impact on American corporations and medicine.
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- Establish cooperation in crisis situations for industry efficiency and profitability.
- Utilize negotiation skills and strategic moves to capitalize on opportunities and navigate controversies.
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Rockefeller's Monopoly Strategy
John D. Rockefeller, faced with the oil industry crisis of 1869-70, where 90% of refiners were losing money due to oversupply, devised a strategy of cooperation or cartel. He proposed consolidating and cooperating to make the industry more efficient and profitable. Rockefeller's approach involved coordinating prices, consolidating operations, and essentially taking control of the entire oil refining industry.
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