Reborn Tech Maniac

Chapter 451 Selling Sugar Water or Changing the World

As the absolute protagonist of the banquet, Tang Huan felt tired even though he was proficient and fluent.So when he came to Apple, he loosened his tie and sat down.

"John, how do you know the personal computer industry now?" Tang Huan greeted John Sculley in a relaxed tone.

"The personal computer industry is indeed full of unlimited prospects and opportunities." John Sculley nodded gracefully.

John Sculley, who has more than ten years of successful experience as the vice president and president of PepsiCo, is the darling of the workplace.But the current Apple company also has enough capital to attract this person. In the past 1982, its operating income was close to 5 million US dollars.If it hadn't been overshadowed by the light of Fangyuan Computer Company, Apple would also belong to the absolute media focus with the halo of entrepreneurial success.

Tang Huan can see that John Sculley is still in a state of uncertainty about whether to come to Apple as the CEO, or it is more appropriate to describe it as putting on airs-"It is difficult for you to hire me, but It's not entirely impossible."

It can be said that Apple is only a step away from getting John Sculley, a professional executive with a good reputation on Wall Street.

Tang Huan turned to Jobs and Markkula, raised his eyebrows, "You don't seem to be in a good mood?"

"No way." Jobs categorically denied, stood up and said to John Sculley, "John, let's go for a walk."

……

Nob Hill, where the InterContinental Mark Hopkins Hotel is located, is one of the 44 hills in San Francisco and one of the 7 hills in the initial development stage. To the south is Union Square, Market Street and other shopping areas. neighborhood.

With a condescending glance, one can see the prosperity of San Francisco, but John Sculley is not completely relaxed because of this, but is a little nervous because he is a little afraid of heights.

"I really think you are a good fit," Jobs said sincerely, "I hope you can come and work with me, and I can learn a lot from you."
John Sculley didn't answer right away. He was still a bit reluctant to part with his current success in Pepsi, but he was moved by the bright future of the industry shown by the great success of Fangyuan Computer Company in front of him.

Through intensive contacts over the past six months, John Sculley has not only established a close personal relationship with Jobs, but also has a fairly comprehensive understanding of Apple.This successful new Silicon Valley company was in desperate need of a marketing expert like himself.Even, Apple can't wait for its own pursuit.

"Perhaps, we should just be friends, and it is appropriate for me to give you advice from the perspective of an outsider." John Scully said slowly and tentatively.

Jobs looked down at his feet.The silence even gave John Sculley an uncomfortable heaviness.

He was about to open his mouth to relieve the awkward atmosphere, but he saw Jobs suddenly raised his head, stared at him with burning eyes, and asked in a sonorous and forceful tone, "Do you want to sell sugar water for a lifetime, or do you want to seize the opportunity to change the situation?" world?"

Hearing this, John Sculley seemed to feel that he had been punched hard in the stomach, and he was speechless for a long time, while Jobs was staring at him so directly.

In the end, John Sculley nodded and replied seriously: "Well, I am willing to accept the position of CEO of Apple, but I need a salary of 100 million US dollars, a signing bonus of 100 million US dollars, if this position Changes can’t be made and a $100 million severance package is required.”

With a smile on his face quickly, Jobs patted his chest and agreed without hesitation, "Even if I pay for it myself, we have to solve these problems, because you are the best person I have ever met. I know, You are perfect for Apple, and Apple deserves the best."

Speaking of this, Jobs looked at John Sculley again intently, and added with great sincerity: "You can teach me the most things, and I have never worked for someone I really admire. I am very much looking forward to the next one." good times.”

As the breeze blew, Jobs' thick long hair fluttered gently, exuding the personal charm of a star.

John Sculley, who has been completely convinced, thought to himself: "Maybe I can really have a perfect workplace experience at Apple."

……

Tang Huan tapped his fingers rhythmically on the table while listening to the live performance of the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra.

"It seems that you and Steve are not happy." Tang Huan asked casually.

"You've been busy with Fangyuan Computer's launch recently, so you probably didn't notice the stupid things Steve did." Markkula sighed softly.

"Some time ago, Apple held a promotional event for the Lisa computer in New York. Unexpectedly, Steve swore to reporters that it had the same graphical user interface, but the price was only one-quarter of the MAC of the Lisa computer. The computer will come out within a year. Isn’t this poaching your own corner? The current market response to Lisa computers is very cold. In the past few months, the sales volume has only been a few hundred units. It is estimated that many of them have been taken away by peers. Disassembled and studied.”

At this point, Markkula slapped the table with lingering anger, causing the red wine in the glass to ripple, "I know that the two project teams, MAC and Lisa, have deep grudges, but Steve has Our own people are too ruthless and have no sense of the overall situation. It is too bad to see that the Lisa computer, like the Apple III, is facing failure."

"It's better to think about this matter. After all, only in terms of technology, the Lisa computer itself has obvious problems, and the running speed is unacceptably slow. Zheru, the engineer who transplanted office software for him, has already Complained more than once."

Tang Huan rubbed his eyebrows and explained: "As long as Apple IIGS is launched as scheduled this year, market share will not be lost, and Wall Street will be easy to deal with. As a top priority, Apple needs a CEO to help you share the complicated tasks. daily work."

"I hope so." Markkula nodded, "According to Steve, John Sculley should agree to Apple's pursuit soon."

"I believe." Tang Huan laughed, "It is estimated that the two of them are discussing this outside."

Markkula raised his glass as a gesture, and then said with emotion: "Don, how did you organize so many companies under your command in such an orderly manner? I'm so envious."

"You really can't learn." Tang Huan put down his wine glass, and replied leisurely: "You are a bit lazy, and you are too soft-hearted, and you can't be kind and powerful."

Markkula shook his head mockingly, "It seems that I am only suitable to be a rich man."

(End of this chapter)