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Garry Tan

06/13/25

@ Garry Tan

Your startup's success is directly tied to your growth as a founder; if you're holding yourself back, it's like driving with a parking brake on.

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Save Your Startup, Unleash Your Golden Shadow

@ Garry Tan

Save Your Startup, Unleash Your Golden Shadow

06/13/25

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