What potential obstacles might a company face when applying Blitzscaling techniques and how can they overcome them?

When applying Blitzscaling techniques, a company might face several obstacles. First, there could be a lack of resources, including financial, human, and technological resources. Second, the company might face market resistance or competition. Third, there could be internal resistance due to the rapid changes and high pressure. To overcome these obstacles, the company needs to ensure sufficient resources, develop a strong market strategy, and foster a culture that embraces change and growth.

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Companies in China grow, break apart, and recombine with incredible speed. Smartphone maker Xiaomi is a prime example. It was founded in 2010; by 2015 it was the third-largest smartphone maker in the world; but in 2016 its sales dropped 40% year-over-year. The company responded by attacking its distribution problems with a rapid, massive effort to build up its off-line sales channel—in 2017 its sales had rebounded 59% from the previous year.

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