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Dalton Caldwell

10/12/19

@ Y Combinator

Many successful founders funded by Y Combinator had little to no online presence in the early stages of their companies, and focusing too much on establishing thought leadership can distract from what truly matters: making your company work.

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Consume Information That Encourages You To Do More - Dalton Caldwell

@ Y Combinator

Consume Information That Encourages You To Do More - Dalton Caldwell

10/12/19

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