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Ep. 1 - Why Network Effects Are Mission Critical (NFX Masterclass)
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Few understand the hidden complexities of network effects - learn all there is to know about building iconic companies from day one. This is episode 1 of the Network Effects Masterclass (audio edition).
You'll hear a short introduction from NFX Partner James Currier on what you will learn in this masterclass to build your company into the next world-class startup and understand why network effects are the #1 advantage in driving exponential growth.
This is an abridged version of episode 1 from The Network Effects Masterclass, curated for audio and listening on the go. For the full video experience, transcripts, and recommended reading, join the free Network Effects Masterclass at - NFX.com/masterclass.
Stay tuned for weekly episodes until we finish the course.
(0:00) Introduction to the Network Effects MasterClass (1:30) The hosts' experience with network effects in companies and their significance (4:12) Realization and evolution of network effects in companies like Monster.com, Apple, and Salesforce (5:38) Understanding what network effects are and what they are not (7:05) History and importance of network effects, examples from marketplaces, AT&T, and Microsoft (10:14) The historical context of network effects and the emergence of web 3 (12:20) Case studies: Facebook and WhatsApp (12:43) Conclusion and next episode teaser172 episodes
Manage episode 343129304 series 2528675
Few understand the hidden complexities of network effects - learn all there is to know about building iconic companies from day one. This is episode 1 of the Network Effects Masterclass (audio edition).
You'll hear a short introduction from NFX Partner James Currier on what you will learn in this masterclass to build your company into the next world-class startup and understand why network effects are the #1 advantage in driving exponential growth.
This is an abridged version of episode 1 from The Network Effects Masterclass, curated for audio and listening on the go. For the full video experience, transcripts, and recommended reading, join the free Network Effects Masterclass at - NFX.com/masterclass.
Stay tuned for weekly episodes until we finish the course.
(0:00) Introduction to the Network Effects MasterClass (1:30) The hosts' experience with network effects in companies and their significance (4:12) Realization and evolution of network effects in companies like Monster.com, Apple, and Salesforce (5:38) Understanding what network effects are and what they are not (7:05) History and importance of network effects, examples from marketplaces, AT&T, and Microsoft (10:14) The historical context of network effects and the emergence of web 3 (12:20) Case studies: Facebook and WhatsApp (12:43) Conclusion and next episode teaser172 episodes
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