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20VC: Flexport's Ryan Petersen: Reflections on Leadership from 13 Years Leading Flexport, Why Velocity not Speed is Most Important in Company Building, How Money Creates Inefficiencies in Scaling, The Future of Trade with China & Why Remote Work is so Cha

The Twenty Minute VC (20VC): Venture Capital | Startup Funding | The Pitch

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Capital Allocation and Financial Discipline

The chapter emphasizes the importance of capital allocation and maintaining cost discipline in company building. It discusses the negative consequences of raising too much money and the challenges of managing it effectively. The speakers reflect on their personal experiences and highlight the importance of being realistic about financials and team salaries.

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