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Dalton Caldwell

05/26/22

@ Y Combinator

It's important to develop skills to identify when something bad happens, as setbacks are a natural part of being a startup founder, just like the sun rising and setting.

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How To Deal With Setbacks

@ Y Combinator

How To Deal With Setbacks

05/26/22

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