One of the metaphors that I use for start-ups is, you throw yourself off a cliff and assemble your airplane on the way down. If you don't solve the right problem at the right time, that's the end. Mortality puts priorities into sharp focus.
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"One of the metaphors that I use for start-ups is, you throw yourself off a cliff and assemble your airplane on the way down. If you don't solve the right problem at the right time, that's the end. Mortality puts priorities into sharp focus." — Reid Hoffman #deathmortality
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One of the metaphors that I use for start-ups is, you throw yourself off a cliff and assemble your airplane on the way down. If you don't solve the right problem at the right time, that's the end. Mortality puts priorities into sharp focus. — Reid Hoffman
About Reid Hoffman
Reid Hoffman was a Businessman from United States (1967–present).
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Who said "One of the metaphors that I use for start-ups is, you throw yourself off a clif…"?
This quote is attributed to Reid Hoffman, a Businessman from United States.
When did Reid Hoffman live?
Reid Hoffman lived from 1967 – present.
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