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Michael Seibel

08/17/19

@ Y Combinator

Helping users you don't care about can hinder your startup's success; it's crucial to have a genuine connection with your target audience.

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The Biggest Mistakes First-Time Founders Make - Michael Seibel

@ Y Combinator

The Biggest Mistakes First-Time Founders Make - Michael Seibel

08/17/19

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