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Michael Dell: Creating a Computer Empire (Interview)

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Published on Mar 7, 2017

An interview with Michael Dell. In this interview Michael discusses how he started Dell at 19 with $1000 and turned it into the computer empire it is today. This interview also covers Michaels early life and experiences of business, how to deal with setbacks, philanthropy and advice for young entrepreneurs

Video Segments:
0:00 Introduction
0:12 When Michael Dell bought his first computer, he took it apart
2:58 Michael Dell was a college freshman when he started the business that became Dell
6:29 Dell Inc. grew quickly
19:51 How did your parents feel about the business after you left school?
20:34 Childhood
27:29 Salesmanship
34:42 Advice for the young entrepreneur
37:13 Overcoming setbacks
43:20 $50 million donation to the University of Texas
45:08 The Dell Foundation
46:43 What makes your work rewarding?

Interview Date: 3rd July, 2000
Event: Academy of Achievement
The Academy of Achievement interview supporting document: http://bit.ly/MDellAoA
Original Image Source:http://bit.ly/MDellPic

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