Business Movers Cisco: The Founder's Dilemma | Making Connections | 1
Sep 14, 2023
Sandy Lerner and Len Bosack invent a technology to connect computers of different makes and models. They face resistance from Stanford University, leading them to start their own company. The founders of Cisco overcome financial struggles by letting customers access source code and forming partnerships. However, their success is threatened when accused of theft by Stanford University.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Unexpected Obstacles at Stanford
03:23 • 2min
The Birth of Networking
05:23 • 8min
Building a Network and Rejection from Stanford
12:56 • 5min
Starting a New Company
18:04 • 5min
Building Cisco and Overcoming Challenges
23:16 • 6min
From Financial Struggles to Success: Unconventional Marketing and Partnership
29:10 • 9min