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Dalton Caldwell

08/30/19

@ Y Combinator

Ideas that are easy to start are highly recommended, as many good ideas fail because founders struggle to get them off the ground. Additionally, changing your startup idea is essential, and the sooner you do it, the better, due to opportunity costs and the need for multiple attempts to succeed.

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Dalton Caldwell - All About Pivoting

@ Y Combinator

Dalton Caldwell - All About Pivoting

08/30/19

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