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Charles Koch Explains How His Love of Philosophy Built One of America’s Most Successful Companies

Joe Lonsdale: American Optimist

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How I Got My Start at MIT

Charles was good at abstractions, but not at applying them to make or operate things. He got three degrees at MIT and wanted to become an entrepreneur. His father offered him a job as co-engineering manager for his equipment company. Charles turned it down because he didn't feel fulfilled by the role.

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