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Sam Altman

09/28/16

@ Y Combinator

Each crisis in business becomes less intimidating over time. As you navigate challenges, you learn that you can survive them, which builds resilience for future obstacles.

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Sam Altman : How to Build the Future

@ Y Combinator

Sam Altman : How to Build the Future

09/28/16

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