Skype Divides the Pie

$5.4 billion?

"Does that mean I have a total of $5.4 billion in personal savings across banks around the world?" Zucker asked over the phone.

"Yes and no."

Ike Mosinski, one of the members of the think tank on the other end of the line, replied gravely, "By 'yes,' I mean that's how much you currently have in the bank. By 'no,' I mean several more payments are about to come in. Don't forget, October is almost here."

At that, Zucker immediately understood. "You're right. October is almost here. I own so many businesses and hold shares in so many companies that I'm due to receive dividends. When you add it all up, the third-quarter revenue figures will be out soon, too."

Very soon!

In less than ten days, several, dozens, perhaps even dozens more payments would be deposited into Zucker's accounts. Together, they would amount to at least $200 million, possibly more.

After ending the call, they set off once again!

After the convoy got underway, it took a little over an hour for Zucker and his party to reach Starship Technology's headquarters.

Jeff Weiner, CEO of LinkedIn;

Sergey Brin, Google's vice president and chief technology officer;

Lach Peyton, director of Amazon Store's GG operations department;

Zucker held shares in all three of their companies. In LinkedIn's case, he owned more than 80% of the company himself. But as the saying went, personal affairs were personal, and business was business.

As far as Starship Technology was concerned, the three of them were still... outsiders.

Jeff Weiner: "Boss, I know you well. Since you invited us to Starship Technology, I'm sure its second product must be outstanding."

Sergey Brin: "Agreed. Mr. Wald has always been someone I greatly admire. I'm equally certain Skype won't disappoint me."

"Hey, come on, that's