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Michael Seibel

11/29/18

@ Y Combinator

It's important for individuals considering starting a startup to be intellectually honest about which group they belong to, rather than being influenced by external pressures.

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Why Should I Start a Startup? by Michael Seibel

@ Y Combinator

Why Should I Start a Startup? by Michael Seibel

11/29/18

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