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Sam Altman

03/18/17

@ Y Combinator

Communication is essential for maintaining focus in a startup; even small breakdowns can lead to misalignment and confusion among team members. Momentum and growth are essential for a startup's survival, and you must always focus on maintaining them.

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Team and Execution with Sam Altman (How to Start a Startup 2014: Lecture 2)

@ Y Combinator

Team and Execution with Sam Altman (How to Start a Startup 2014: Lecture 2)

03/18/17

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