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BARK: Matt Meeker

How I Built This with Guy Raz

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From Great Danes to Grassroots: The Evolution of Bark and Meetup

This chapter explores the origins and challenges of Bark, a dog product subscription service inspired by a Great Dane, alongside the evolution of Meetup, a platform born from the community's need for connection post-9/11. It highlights the entrepreneurial journey through a rapidly shifting market, lessons learned from initial failures, and the pivotal role of grassroots movements in shaping business strategies. The narrative reflects on personal growth, responsibility, and the emotional challenges faced while building innovative ventures in a changing world.

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