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Talking about Platforms

Investing in network effects with Sameer Singh

Apr 12, 2023
44:24

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Quick takeaways

  • Clear definitions differentiate platforms in academia and startups emphasizing network effects.
  • Success in network effect businesses requires emotional resilience, problem-solving insight, and industry-specific skills.

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Understanding Platforms and Network Effects

Platforms and network effects vary between academic, consulting, and startup perspectives. In the academic realm, platforms entail open architecture products with network connections, while startups define platforms with a narrower focus on network effects where third-party developers expand product functionalities. Specific definitions help prevent ambiguity and guide real-world applications.

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