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Michael Seibel

04/29/23

@ Y Combinator

Founders who have experienced the challenges their customers face can create better solutions than those who haven't, as they can empathize with the user's perspective.

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Secrets You Can Learn From Your Customers

@ Y Combinator

Secrets You Can Learn From Your Customers

04/29/23

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