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"Total strangers on the Internet were speculating on why we sold, how much we might have made, and what our revenues might have looked like." This is what the
by smoyer 12y ago
"Total strangers on the Internet were speculating on why we sold, how much we might have made, and what our revenues might have looked like."
This is what the Internet does, and for better or worse, I hope my (advertised) speculation[1] what taken in the vein it was offered - without judgement or malice.
Now that we know more about the deal, I'd like to add my congratulations to you and the employees. I've sold two companies (well ... my part of them) so I know the anxiety that comes right before and right after the sale. It sounds like you've made a very wise decision and I wish you the best as part of Marin.
[1] https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=7837232 https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=7837232
- jordo37 12y agoNo worries! All of us over at PA were more amused/surprised by the analysis than reading malice into it. Just very strange to have it happen to you!
- smoyer 12y agoMy item c was clearly wrong ... I also should have mentioned that selling while you're strong is a fantastic way to gain leverage during negotiations. If you can't walk away, you WILL lose.