Chapter 007: Get Facebook
Zuckerberg's team was no longer able to say no, and the free choice suppressed the group of young people, and the only remaining shred of reason made Zuckerberg struggle: "Can you please give our team a moment of discussion?" ”
It is very difficult to say this, and even some people in the team are complaining, accepting investment from local tyrants, and the controlling stake is still on their side, where can they find such a good thing in the world?
Some people were worried about whether this local tyrant would be unhappy after this sentence came out, but they didn't expect him to still have a calm face, as if he was just talking about what to eat at noon. Pen? Interesting? Pavilion wWw. biquge。 info
The Sheikh was very empathetic and said, "Of course. I'll be here for a week, and you can take your time and come up with terms that are pleasant to both of us. ”
Zuckerberg breathed a sigh of relief, he didn't want to make such a hasty decision, nor did he want to offend the big financier, and the current situation was the most appropriate.
He also had an idea: "Thank you for your understanding, no matter what, we are friends." ”
"Friends! I hope you can develop the perfect product as I imagined! Sheikh gave him a warm hug and patted him on the back.
After saying goodbye to them one by one, Sheikh left surrounded by bodyguards.
Zuckerberg and his friends watched the local tyrant disappear, and then the team immediately started a heated discussion on the issue of financing.
One thing is for sure, they are open to investment.
The sheikh's tyrant demeanor shocked the gang, and the conditions he offered could not find a second at present, or in the world, or even half of the level.
Accel-Partners has been in contact with them, but the overall valuation of the company is only more than 100 million, and the investment amount is only 10 million.
But the question is, how much money is needed?
The question is, is it all used in the development of the company?
After all, most people have just graduated from school, and their pursuit of money is not weak, who doesn't want to be like the sheikh of Fang Cai, haunted by luxury cars, and have the opportunity to bring a beautiful girl and go in and out of nightclubs willfully?
Moscowitz, one of the founders, proposed: "Why don't we just play a big game?" It will cost $150 million, the controlling stake will be left to us, and the funds will be distributed proportionally, most of which will be reserved for the company, and a small amount will be used for dividends. ”
He also said: "I know you have thought about a little bit of a way to accept financing, but isn't that just as the prince said, ABCD round after round, we are not the opponent of capital at all, why not just plug the funding gap and concentrate on the cause?" ”
Zuckerberg had one last doubt: "Are we sure that there will be no gaps in the future?" ”
Moskowitz was quite bold: "With $150 million in hand, it can definitely support us to grow bigger and even go public." Do you still have to worry about lack of money at that time? ”
"Take a step back and say, even if there is, it won't be too much. What's more, no one has ever been willing to give us such favorable terms, and he is willing to give us power. ”
Zuckerberg finally agreed: "How much should we come up with?" ”
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This question was not answered until the evening of the Sheikh.
But what is certain is that they are discussing it internally, and the Sheikh will never mention this matter, the fish has been hooked, as for how heavy? Think of it as a surprise at harvest time.
With the future in his hands, he knows that all the seemingly risky investments at present will be worth it in the future, and no matter how bad it is, he will be able to provide future generations of experience in the future development of the Facebook team, without worrying about going crooked.
Now he is visiting San Francisco, whether in his past life or in his life, this is the first time he has come to the United States, he has learned a lot about the Internet before, and after stepping on this land in person, it is full of freshness.
Instead of a lineup that was imposing during the day, the evening trip was reduced to two cars, and the prince's doglegs, two royal bodyguards, four local bodyguards and guides accompanied him "low-key" to the streets.
Of course, this kind of low-key is just to cover up and steal the bell, and when the Sheikh stepped into the door of a restaurant on a whim, Amir subconsciously took out a wad of banknotes and wanted to clear the venue.
"Wait!"
Sheikh stopped this loser in time, although he also wanted to do this in his heart, but he hadn't said anything about it, and now he was in a hurry to burn money.
Amir instantly comprehended the master's mentality, and changed his words to the manager who came over: "We need quiet, adjacent seats. ”
The manager just wanted to speak, because there were more customers now, but he had already stuffed a handful of dollars in his hand, and he swallowed the words to his lips, and put on a bright smile in the face of God: "I will arrange it for you immediately." ”
Amir turned around, thinking that he had made a low-key request, and turned sideways to give way: "Sir! ”
Sheikh laughed, and didn't bother to talk about this guy anymore, this habit was definitely developed with the original owner, but occasionally he enjoyed this kind of treatment.
Sitting down at the window, the black-clad bodyguards sat down at the adjacent table, and the waitress who came forward with the menu had secretly squeezed her ravine just now, trying to get more tips tonight......
The appearance of all beings, to the Sheikh has always been that it is good to be rich. As soon as he ordered a few dishes, the mobile phone in his pocket rang, and Sheikh took out the Vertu mobile phone that corresponded to his forced style.
"Hello?"
"Hi Rashid!"
It was Mark Zuckerberg calling, and his tone on the phone was stimulating, but he still talked to Sheikh about his thoughts in a coherent manner, and he nodded frequently.
Judging by the smile on the face of the sheikh, there is no doubt that the business was negotiated.
In order to show his sincerity, Zuckerberg also readily offered a 35% stake and a price of $150 million, and agreed to Sheikh's preemptive stock options in the future.
Pre-emptive stock options are the most critical.
If Facebook wants to continue to raise funds in the future, under the same conditions, the Sheikh has the right of first refusal, which can ensure that the shares will not escape his palm.
Other specific cooperation matters still need to be formally interviewed, but after putting down the phone, the big stone in Sheikh's heart also landed, and the biggest task of this trip was declared successful.
Winning a huge 35% stake in one go, the $150 million will return more than $130 billion in the future, and it will also establish his status as the largest shareholder.
You must know that before the rebirth of the Sheikh, Zuckerberg's shareholding was less than 20%, and you can see what an amazing fortune this is.
Invisibly, the Sheikh sat firmly on the throne of the world's richest man ten years later.
What's more, if Facebook has capital needs in the future, he can continue to increase his holdings and let the wealth continue to accumulate, and the proportion of 35% may be higher.
Sheikh also thought about absolute control, but it was too late, if he did it in 04, it was very likely that he would succeed, and now it is really a few steps late, and Zuckerberg is not the only one who has an option.
Fortunately, the Sheikh got ahead of his opponent and simply threw money at it violently to swallow a big piece of the pie, which also pulled Facebook's valuation to $428 million, and they will embark on a faster development path.