Fan Min

Strategic Concepts & Mechanics

Cornerstone MoveAbandon the Model That Doesn't Work Mid-Flight Cornerstone MoveSpot the Supply Gap Then Build the Category Identity & CultureThree-Year Crucible for Company Character Signature MoveTest in the Weakest Market First Strategic PatternBig Market Before Big Company Signature Move120% Speed Then 95% Quality Competitive AdvantageInternet DNA in Brick-and-Mortar Hotels Cornerstone MoveSerial Founding Then Hand Off the Baton Signature MoveMeditation Before Major Decisions Signature MoveFounder Majority Equity as Stability Anchor Strategic PatternCrises as Competitive Elimination Events Risk DoctrineSong Dynasty Fragility Warning Capital StrategyBubble Financing as Survival Capital Operating PrincipleMoon and Sixpence Equally Important Signature MoveRooftop-to-Street Site Inspection Operating PrincipleRevPAR Plus Ten, Costs Minus Ten

Primary Evidence

"From the outset of initiating the setup of Ctrip I had an absolutely professional team with James Liang establishing a solid foundation, Fan Min carrying it forwards, and Neil Shen dealing with the financial and legal aspects. I established the firm base for Home Inn, then Sun Jian took up the baton; I also initiated Hanting and established a solid base…"

Source:The Founder's Notes

"Fourth, all three companies were the perfect marriage of entrepreneurial spirit and professional management. From the outset of initiating the setup of Ctrip I had an absolutely professional team with James Liang establishing a solid foundation, Fan Min carrying it forwards, and Neil Shen dealing with the financial and legal aspects. I established the firm base for Home Inn, then Sun Jian took up the baton; I also initiated Hanting and…"

Source:The Founder's Notes

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The Founder's Notes