Twitter's Tumultuous First Year: Are Investors Worried?

The transcript discusses the initial excitement and subsequent challenges faced by a company after its IPO. It highlights the shift in sentiment due to slowing user growth and the difficulty in engaging new users. The conversation compares consumer-facing and enterprise IPOs, noting the pressures from venture capitalists and market conditions. The discussion also touches on the importance of meeting expectations and the impact of technology adoption on user growth.

What was the initial reaction to the IPO on the New York Stock Exchange?

• Indifference

• Disappointment

• Confusion

• Excitement

What is one of the main challenges faced by the company post-IPO?

• Lack of investor interest

• Excessive user growth

• Missed expectations

• Too much media coverage

How does the company's user growth compare to Facebook's?

• It is not mentioned

• It is lower

• It is about the same

• It is significantly higher

What is a key factor in attracting new users according to the discussion?

• Offering free trials

• Reducing prices

• Increasing advertising

• Lowering the learning curve

What is a common pressure faced by companies going public?

• Pressure from venture capitalists

• Lack of market interest

• Insufficient product development

• Too many competitors

What was a significant outcome for venture investors after the IPO?

• They faced a loss in investments

• They had no change in their holdings

• They experienced a big pop in stock value

• They sold all their shares immediately

What is crucial for a public company in its first year?

• Changing leadership

• Expanding globally

• Meeting growth expectations

• Reducing workforce