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Blake Scholl

02/15/25

@ Y Combinator

Startups are inherently difficult, and every founder will face moments of self-doubt. It's better to work on something significant, even if it feels daunting.

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How Blake Scholl Built The First Independent Supersonic Jet

02/15/25

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