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Garry Tan

06/13/25

@ Garry Tan

My fear of conflict led me to avoid addressing problems with my co-founder and team, which ultimately resulted in a toxic environment and poor management.

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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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