Introduction
James Musk, the cousin of Elon Musk, was discovered in a soundproof phone booth at Twitter's San Francisco headquarters, on the verge of tears due to his fear of being fired, according to author Ben Mezrich. Mezrich, known for his book "The Social Network" about Facebook, revealed that a former Twitter executive found James in this state.
James Musk's Worries
James Musk had been concerned about the possibility of losing his job at Twitter. Mezrich shared that James was overwhelmed and terrified of his own cousin, Elon Musk, as he tried to fulfill his expectations. James was brought into Twitter after Elon Musk acquired the company for $44 billion.
Details of the Incident
The incident took place in Twitter's San Francisco headquarters. According to Mezrich, a former executive discovered James Musk in a soundproof phone booth, where he was found "basically sobbing." James feared that he could be fired just like anyone else. Mezrich emphasized that James was in over his head, attempting to meet Elon's demands.
James Musk's Role at Twitter
James Musk joined Twitter, now known as X, a few months after Elon Musk's acquisition of the company. James, along with his brother Andrew Musk, was brought in. Andrew worked on software-engineering projects, while James played the role of a "fixer type," assisting Elon with various tasks. Representatives for James Musk and Elon Musk have not commented on the matter.
"Breaking Twitter" Book
Ben Mezrich's book, "Breaking Twitter," provides a unique insight into the challenges Elon Musk faced after purchasing the company. Mezrich had special access to Twitter employees and Musk's close confidants. While some dialogue and scenes in the book have been reconstructed, Mezrich claims that it accurately portrays the chaotic Twitter takeover. He did not conduct an interview with Musk for the book. Mezrich stated that he relied on detailed accounts from individuals present during various events. However, some parts of the book involve speculation as he tries to delve into Elon's mindset.
Elon Musk's Troubles
According to Mezrich, the situation became so dire for Elon Musk that X employees contemplated calling for a wellness check on the billionaire after he isolated himself in his office. The book sheds light on the difficulties Musk faced during his time at Twitter.
Original article: Business Insider
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By: bnolan@insider.com (Beatrice Nolan)
Title: Elon Musk’s Cousin Found ‘Basically Sobbing’ in Twitter HQ Over Fear of Being Fired, Says Author
Sourced From: www.businessinsider.com/james-musk-found-sobbing-fears-fired-elon-musk-x-twitter-2023-11
Published Date: Thu, 23 Nov 2023 10:29:35 +0000
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