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Startup Lessons From The Beatles’ Relationship With Their Manager

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Brian Epstein, the Beatles’ Manager, was tenacious and ambitious, but he was musically inept. Brian was instrumental in establishing the Beatles’ career, but he had no input on the band’s production of music. That was the last time Brian played a major role in the Beatles’ musical direction.

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When In Doubt, Let People Think You’re A Fool

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The Beatles’ Manager, Brian Epstein, was a 30-yr old, former furniture salesman when Beatlemania hit America in 1964. Mr. Epstein later re-negotiated the Beatles’ share to 45%, but by then, Beatlemania was on the wane and the financial damage had been done. Brian Epstein Had No Clue, Let Alone A BATNA. “It

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More Startup Tips From The Beatles

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During the early days of the Beatles’ career, their manager, Brian Epstein, played a significant role. As their career progressed, Brian’s role became less prominent. ” John did not miss a beat, saying, “Slag off Brian. You stick to your percentages and we’ll look after the music.”

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Startup Lessons From The Beatles’ Biggest Failure

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Wrong Product - The material for the audition was selected by the group's manager, Brian Epstein. Brian's musical "qualifications" were derived solely from the fact that he curated the record section within his father's furniture store. Brian only selected three Lennon and McCartney songs for inclusion in the audition.

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Tarzan To The Beatles: 4 Of The All-Time Greatest Business Deals

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He was prepared to share 25% of the films’ net revenue with the Beatles’ Manager, Brian Epstein. However, the inept Mr. Epstein settled for a startlingly low 7%. Obtaining the films’ rights was a sweet deal, but Mr. Shenson didn’t stop there.

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Maximize Your Exit By Not Selling Your Company

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Brian Epstein Had No Clue, Let Alone A BATNA. The Beatles’ Manager, Brian Epstein, was a 30-yr old, former furniture salesman when Beatlemania hit America in 1964. If you attempt to assess the value of your company within that of a larger organization, you too will be speaking from a position of ignorance.

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Interview: Seth Epstein of SocialStay

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Messenger : Seth Epstein, Co-Founder and CEO SocialStay , former Founder and CEO of FUEL (acquired by Razorfish), Emmy winner for work on X-Games and re-brander of ESPN’s Sport’s Center. Jeff and Brian are informal and very generous with ideas, input and feedback when they have time. Copyright © 2007-11 by J. Meredith Publishing.

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