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Eric Migicovsky

04/18/19

@ Y Combinator

When hiring for your startup, look for candidates who demonstrate flexibility in their ideas and are willing to consider different paths, treating the startup as a problem-solving mission rather than just a job.

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Hiring Tips from Pebble Watch Founder Eric Migicovsky

@ Y Combinator

Hiring Tips from Pebble Watch Founder Eric Migicovsky

04/18/19

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