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What Is Founder Mode and Why Is It Better Than Manager Mode?

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What Is Founder Mode and Why Is It Better Than Manager Mode?

Paul Graham, the founder of famed startup accelerator Y Combinator, coined a new term this week that has taken over social media: founder mode. In an article released on September 1 and publicized on X over Labor Day weekend, Graham separates “founder mode” from the traditional “manager mode” route by noting key differences in management … Read more

How to Start a $6.5 Billion Business At 21 Years Old: Reddit

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How to Start a .5 Billion Business At 21 Years Old: Reddit

Reddit grew for nearly two decades before going public in March at around a $6.5 billion valuation. Though the social media forum site now boasts 91 million daily active users, its success was not a certainty. In fact, Reddit’s co-founders were rejected by startup accelerator Y Combinator at the start of their entrepreneurial journey. “So, … Read more