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Travis Kalanick

04/11/25

@ Peter H. Diamandis

In the face of challenges, it's important to assess whether you still believe in your mission, if you're the right person for it, and if continuing is causing you harm.

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Uber Founder on AI, Risk, and Building the Future w/ Travis Kalanick | EP #164

@ Peter H. Diamandis

Uber Founder on AI, Risk, and Building the Future w/ Travis Kalanick | EP #164

04/11/25

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