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Y Combinator Cast

04/07/17

@ Y Combinator

With increased internal information availability, we had to establish cultural norms around communication. It's important to manage how discussions happen, as many employees are now more visible in their interactions.

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Hiring and Culture with Patrick and John Collison and Ben Silbermann (HtSaS 2014: 11)

@ Y Combinator

Hiring and Culture with Patrick and John Collison and Ben Silbermann (HtSaS 2014: 11)

04/07/17

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