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Dalton Caldwell

08/30/19

@ Y Combinator

Ultimately, the decision to pivot or not is the founder's responsibility. It's important to take accountability for your actions and not rely on authority figures to make that decision for you.

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Dalton Caldwell - All About Pivoting

@ Y Combinator

Dalton Caldwell - All About Pivoting

08/30/19

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