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This one requires you to actually know the backstory.
Start by framing the decision as a strategic portfolio choice for Yelp, not a failure. Analyze the market dynamics, competitive pressures, and Yelp's core competencies to explain why selling Eat24 made sense. Then, connect it to broader lessons about focus, unit economics, and build-vs-buy strategies in food delivery.
Pro tip: Emphasize that this was a rational move to exit a capital-intensive, low-margin business and double down on Yelp's high-margin advertising model. Show you understand the unit economics of delivery and the strategic importance of focus.
Briefly explain why Yelp acquired Eat24 in the first place (to enter food ordering and complement its restaurant reviews).
Discuss the intense competition in food delivery (Uber Eats, DoorDash, Grubhub) and the high costs of logistics, customer acquisition, and retention.
Explain that Yelp's core strength is advertising, not delivery operations. Owning Eat24 required significant investment and distracted from the core business.
Highlight that selling to Grubhub allowed Yelp to monetize the asset, reduce losses, and focus on its advertising platform while maintaining a partnership for food ordering.
Summarize key takeaways for product managers: focus on core competencies, evaluate build vs. buy vs. partner, and consider unit economics in strategic decisions.
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