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Cliff Notes S-1: Kayak ? AGILEVC

Agile VC

2010 Operating Income: $16 million. Historically more revenue came from distribution/lead-gen (57% in 2007), but this tipped in 2008 though appears to be steady from 2009 to 2010 at about 58% advertising and 42% distribution. 5) High Productivity: Kayak had 148 employees at the end of 2010. 2010 Net Income: $8 million.

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Why Tim Cook is Steve Ballmer and Why He Still Has His Job at Apple

Steve Blank

Microsoft left the 20 th century owning over 95% of the operating systems that ran on computers (almost all on desktops). the operating executives who reported to them believe it’s their turn to run the company (often with the blessing of the ex CEO). Between 2001 to 2008, Jobs reinvented the company three times.

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Why Tim Cook is Steve Ballmer and Why He Still Has His Job at Apple

Steve Blank

Microsoft left the 20 th century owning over 95% of the operating systems that ran on computers (almost all on desktops). the operating executives who reported to them believe it’s their turn to run the company (often with the blessing of the ex CEO). Between 2001 to 2008, Jobs reinvented the company three times.

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Software Startup Myths Debunked

www.singlefounder.com

Selling the company will result in a one time payoff, but owning the company can pay dividends for years. I’ve been operating the business full time for 10 months now and only recently felt the need to move out of my basement. The dozen or so entrepreneurs that I know enjoy those things I mentioned, yet still own their companies.

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Invest in Israel Newsletter January 2011 Edition

VC Cafe

The dividend tax for all eligible companies in all areas will be set at 15%. in 2010, and for employees in the banking, finance and insurance sectors 64%. It operates in 140 countries worldwide. Intel Israel plans to hire 1,000 new employees in 2011 to develop and produce 22 nanometer technology. billion in 2007.