My 1999

Listening to Xu Liang's praise, Kag Kadlec's face showed excitement.

With Xu Liang's current status, his praise is the greatest compliment for a newly graduated college student.

Xu Liang smiled and asked: "Mr. Kadlec, how effective is the shirt marketing?"

"Very good. There are too many women in our school who are obsessed with that bastard Leonardo, so after one month we got 5,129 registered users."

Xu Liang nodded inwardly.

With this batch of seed users, the foundation of the TDOFTR website has become solid.

"Kag, you can't say that about Leonardo. He made you the first and most critical group of users of the TDOFTR website." Brandi was dissatisfied.

Facing his partner, Kag curled his lips, but didn't speak again.

“Okay, let’s change the topic, how many male clients did you get with this group of female clients?”

Men don't need to spend money. As long as there are women, they will have male dogs in heat and pounce on them in groups.

This is a common sense question.

"All the men at Stanford University, including gays, have registered on the TDOFTR website. In just three months, our number of users has exceeded 30,000, and the website has also attracted many people from other universities." Karger said with a smile.

"You need financing at this time." Xu Liang said.

"Yes. After we have more people, we need more servers. Although the three of us have spent our own savings, it is still not enough in the face of the high cost of server purchase." Kag said.

"How many of you are there now?"

"Thirteen people. Kevin and I are responsible for the maintenance and development of the website, and Brandi is responsible for the operation of the website." Kag said.

Xu Liang nodded, this team is obviously still rough.

But this is also the norm for startup teams.

After they receive angel round financing, they will further formalize the business, recruit professional financial personnel, improve the company's management system, etc.

"Have you talked to Mercury?"

"We have discussed it and a contract has been signed. Hanhua Mercury Fund invested US$1 million to acquire 10% of the equity of TDOFTR Company," Kag said.

Count the 5% earned by the incubator.

Hanhua owns a total of 15% of the TDOFTR website.

Since he was one of his own, Xu Liang was no longer stingy.

"Tell me about the problems you are encountering now."

Kag was shocked and said quickly: "Our current disagreement is whether we should open the registration for people outside the school?"

Brandi and Qiu Yuandao also looked serious.

Xu Liang did not answer immediately.

"Can you tell me about your opening of off-campus registration and the reasons for your opposition?"

Young people all have their own arrogance, and it is difficult to really convince them by preaching. The best way is to listen carefully to their opinions and then guide them.

Give people the right to speak, and others will listen to what you say.

“I don’t think it’s appropriate to open registration to off-campus people now, for two main reasons.

First, students inside the school and people outside the school have different needs for making friends due to different environments. TDOFTR is not strong enough to balance these two needs.

Second, there are not enough funds.

Life on campus is relatively simple. I can use a T-shirt to get people to register, but in society, people are more realistic. Without enough funds for promotion, it will be difficult to acquire users. "Kage said seriously.

Xu Liang nodded without saying whether it was right or wrong.

“Who supports expanding the website outside the school?”

"it's me."

Brandi quickly said, “Although TDOFTR is developing well, our users are all college students, and they are generally not wealthy.

Only by developing into society will we have more high-quality users.

Increase revenue through virtual services, such as increasing the weight of being searched, making usernames artistic, and other content. "

Xu Liang nodded and looked at Qiu Yuandao.

"Kevin, who do you support?"

“I think Brandy’s customer value-added plan is good, but I think the TDOFTR website is not suitable for expansion beyond the university at this stage.”

Xu Liang smiled and nodded, his eyes quickly scanning the three of them.

"I won't answer your question just now. I want to know, have you considered the future of the TDOFTR website?"

"future?"

The three of them were a little confused.

"That's right. For example, how far do you plan to develop it? Will it become a community mainly for college students to make friends? Or will it become an industry giant like Hongmeng, Yahoo, and Amazon?" Xu Liang asked.

The three of them looked at each other, this question was a bit too big.

After hesitating for a moment, Kager said seriously: "Mr. Xu, it is every entrepreneur's dream to develop the TDOFTR website into a giant like Hongmeng and Amazon.

Of course, we know it's hard.

So, we sincerely want your help. "

Xu Liang nodded.

“It should be said that your choice to temporarily limit the TDOFTR website to the university is correct.

First, it is human nature to love vanity.

Men who have entered society definitely have richer material conditions than students in schools.

If I were a girl, I would definitely choose someone outside the school rather than a boy inside the school who, apart from causing trouble, would not bring much security or material supply.

It’s been a long time.

Men will leave if they don't get the girlfriend they want.

With the loss of personnel, the foundation of the TDOFTR website was destroyed.

Second, the strength is not enough.

You have just started, with insufficient funds, and you do not have a strong team. Your sudden intervention in the complex power field of society will have a great impact on you, who are already inexperienced at the TDOFTR website.

If you cannot make the right decisions, the rapidly growing TDOFTR website will soon decline.

Therefore, developing in the university and high school markets that you are familiar with is the most suitable choice for TDOFTR.

Wait until you win over 10 million users.

Not only will there be a group of loyal users, but the strength will also increase exponentially, with great fault tolerance. "

Because of Xu Liang's status, what he said was very persuasive.

Kag, Qiu Yuandao and Brandi all had a look of thought on their faces.

"Also, if you want to grow. The name TDOFTR is too cumbersome. The name of the company and website must be simple and impressive.

For example, Amazon, Apple, Microsoft, Yahoo, short and catchy.

So, your company needs a new name.

Also, the most important thing in making friends is trust. You can try the real-name system. "

"Real-name system?"

Xu Liang smiled and said: "The real name itself represents a kind of trust."

TDOFTR company belongs to the social networking field. Although Xu Liang doesn’t know much about social networking companies, he also knows Facebook’s real-name registration rules.

So he doesn't hesitate to give advice.

If the TDOFTR website could replace Xiao Mazi’s Facebook, that would be great.

If not, he has nothing to lose.

After chatting for a while, Xu Liang cut off the video.

——

Beautiful music flows from the exquisitely carved gramophone.

The rose-colored wine swirls in the glass as your wrist turns.

Ellison, who was wearing a black T-shirt, put the wine glass to his nose and sniffed it, then raised his hand and took a sip.

"It still smells the same."

"BOSS, this is the document submitted by Mr. Howard."

Ellison took the document from the secretary's hand and looked at it twice before waving.

The latter understood, turned around and walked out.

Ellison picked up the phone and dialed.

It didn't take long to get through.

"Dear Howard, how are you today?"

"Larry, just tell me what's going on. Your greetings even feel hypocritical to me over the phone."

"Haha, Howard, you are still so smart. ...Why is that yellow-skinned monkey still silent after so many days? Has he really given up on MGM and gone to acquire Vivendi Universal?"

"Judging from the news I have received, this is indeed the case. Hongmeng Company has officially sent an acquisition invitation to Vivendi Global, and Vivendi has also agreed. The two parties have begun formal contact."

Ellison frowned. He instinctively felt that things should not go so smoothly.

If Xu Liang was so easy to deal with, then he wouldn't cause so much trouble to himself.

"Is that what Lu said too?"

"I specifically asked him to confirm it. Now Hongmeng's internal negotiations with MGM have been completely shelved. ...Larry, it sounds like you are doubting my words."

"Howard, you misunderstood. I didn't doubt you, I just felt that things seemed too easy. By the way, what has that yellow-skinned monkey been doing recently?"

"He has remained in Silicon Valley. Except for occasional visits to Hongmeng North America subsidiary and Hanhua Silicon Valley branch, he has lived in a mansion in Atherton most of the time."

"Have you never been to other places?"

"If you don't count him going to an NBA game, yes."

Ellison certainly knows that Xu Liang has an NBA team called the Golden State Warriors.

"Howard, I also like basketball. What do you think if I buy an NBA team?"

Howard shook his head inwardly and said, "Larry, just make your own decision on such a small matter. However, even if you win a few games, how much trouble will it cause to Xu Liang?"

If you have this time, you might as well think carefully about how to develop Oracle.

Only when Oracle grows stronger and your wealth increases will you truly pose a threat to Xu Liang. "

"Well, Howard, you succeeded in convincing me."

"Larry, I'm very busy right now. Scott is a stubborn old guy, and the acquisition of Sun Microsystems has never made much progress. If you have nothing to do, come over and help me."

Ellison's expression changed slightly, and he instantly became suspicious of Xu Liang.

"Howard, what happened?"

"Nothing happened, it's just that Sun Microsystems' revenue is getting better and better, which gives Scott undue expectations and makes negotiations more difficult."

Ellison breathed a sigh of relief, as long as Xu Liang didn't interfere randomly.

"Howard, I'm going to call and talk to Scott."

"I'm waiting for news from you."

After the two chatted for a few more words, they hung up the phone.

While Ellison's attention was gradually turning to Oracle's acquisition, Xu Liang was also busy with his own affairs.

"Dong dong..."

There was a knock on the door.

Soon, Lu Hui opened the door and walked in.

"Mr. Xu, Mr. Lu is here."

"Let him in."

Soon, Lu Xiaobo walked in.

"Mr. Xu."

"Xiaobo, come and sit."

Xu Liang waved.

The two sat down on the sofa in the living area of ​​the study.

Lu Hui served tea and sat aside.

"Try it, this is this year's new tea."

Lu Xiaobo picked it up and took a sip with a smile on his face, "It does taste much better."

"If you like it, I'll ask Lu Hui to prepare a bag for you later."

"No, no, after so many years abroad, I have become accustomed to drinking coffee."

Xu Liang smiled without forcing it.

Put down the tea cup in your hand.

“How advanced are the negotiations with Vivendi Universal?”

"Mr. Xu, I was about to tell you about this. Mr. Xie may be very opposed to the company's acquisition of Vivendi Global. Although the acquisition invitation was sent, the price given was too low, which made Vivendi Global continue to question The sincerity of our acquisition.”

Xu Liang's face darkened, "How much did Mr. Xie pay for the purchase?"

"5.9 billion in cash and responsible for US$3.5 billion in debt, totaling US$9.4 billion. This price is really far behind Vivendi Global's US$14.5 billion sale price.

Moreover, there is competition from General Electric, which is eyeing us. If we can no longer come up with a price that satisfies the French side, they may sign a contract with General Electric. "

"What's going on with this old Xie?"

Xu Liang took out his phone and called.

It didn't take long for the call to come through.

"Lao Xie, it's me, Xu Liang. I heard that the price you paid for Vivendi Global was only US$9.4 billion. Is that true?"

"Yes. Mr. Xu, Vivendi Global's operations are deteriorating. US$14.5 billion is a big deal for them. If we acquire it at such a price, we will be laughed at by our global peers."

"But the price of US$9.4 billion is too low. Are you sure Vivendi Universal will pass it?"

"Mr. Xu, I think US$9.4 billion is appropriate. If it is higher, it will not be worthwhile to acquire Vivendi Global."

"Lao Xie, I hope you understand. The acquisition of Vivendi Universal is the most critical part of the company's pan-entertainment business development. We would rather spend more money than let it go." Xu Liang said solemnly.

"Mr. Xu, I understand your thoughts very well. But the company is not just a pan-entertainment business. We also have search engines, e-commerce, portals and many other businesses that require investment.

As the company's chief operating officer, I must ensure the reasonable development of the company's various businesses, rather than investing all resources in pan-entertainment.

This is a very unreasonable and unhealthy development strategy. "

"Lao Xie, what I need now is not your doubts, but execution." Xu Liang's tone became more serious.

Lu Xiaobo, who was sitting opposite, felt a little scared when he looked at Xu Liang, who looked a little ugly.

"Mr. Xu, it is my responsibility to make the company develop reasonably. Even if you remove me, I will say the same."

"Xie Wen!" Xu Liang shouted, shocking Lu Xiaobo and Lu Hui next to him.

"Do you really think I don't dare to remove you?"

"Mr. Xu, Hongmeng is the company you founded. You can do anything. But I can choose to resign."

"you……."

"Mr. Xu, Mr. Xu, please calm down. We can discuss the acquisition of Vivendi Global in the long term." Lu Xiaobo quickly advised.

Although he didn't want to persuade him, he had to speak at this time.

"Mr. Xu, Mr. Lu is right. Mr. Xie also thinks about the company." Lu Hui also quickly advised.

Xu Liang snorted coldly and hung up the phone.

"This Xie Wen, I haven't been in the company very much in the past few years. He has monopolized the power. As a result, he has become more domineering. He doesn't even pay attention to my orders. He is really a bastard." Xu Liang said angrily.

He suddenly picked up the tea cup and drank it in one sip. Bang, it was still on the table.

"Xiaobo, don't worry. There will never be any problems with Vivendi Global's acquisition."

"Mr. Xu, why don't we forget it. You and Mr. Xie..."

Xu Liang waved his hand to interrupt him, "You don't have to worry about this matter, I have my own arrangements."

Lu Xiaobo nodded and closed his mouth.

After Xu Liang asked some more questions about the acquisition of Vivendi Global, he asked Lu Hui to see him off.

Jingle Bell…….

The cell phone rang.

Xu Liang pressed the answer button.

"Lao Xie, you performed the double act well just now."

"The key is that you guide well, but can these few words really confuse Lu Xiaobo?"

"Even Lu Hui was so frightened just now that he was stunned. Something should be able to do something about it."

"Mr. Xu, the trick of concealing the truth can only have a temporary effect. The most important thing is to seize the time to win MGM."

"It's been almost a month, and it's time to talk to Old Kirk."

"I'm waiting for news from you."

"Um."

After hanging up the phone, Xu Liang's eyes became profound as he stood in front of the window and looked at Lu Xiaobo who was driving towards the manor in the car.