Google Needs Mature Leadership, Dividend: Kirkpatrick

The transcript discusses the maturity of a company, particularly Google, and its potential need for acquisitions to maintain enthusiasm. It highlights Google's size and challenges in search performance, contrasting it with Facebook's growth. The lack of active leadership at Alphabet and Google's focus on non-core business areas are noted as issues. The discussion also covers Google's revenue dependency on PCs and the shift towards mobile, suggesting a need for transformative change. Finally, the need for Google to adopt a mature dividend strategy is emphasized.

What is one reason Google might need to acquire other companies?

• To reduce its workforce

• To decrease its market share

• To maintain enthusiasm and excitement

• To focus on core business areas

What leadership issue is highlighted in the discussion about Alphabet?

• Lack of a clear business strategy

• Absence of an active CEO

• Over-reliance on acquisitions

• Excessive focus on mobile advertising

What is a potential problem with Google's current spending habits?

• Focusing solely on PC advertising

• Investing heavily in mobile technology

• Spending on non-core business areas

• Spending too much on core business

What is a significant challenge for Google's advertising revenue?

• Lack of mobile presence

• High competition from Apple

• Dependence on PC advertising

• Declining user base

What transformative change is suggested for Google to act like a mature company?

• Reduction in advertising

• Expansion into new markets

• Introduction of a dividend

• Increase in workforce