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Benjamin J. Shestakofsky on How Venture Capital Shapes Work, Innovation, and Inequality

New Books in Economics

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From Academia to Startup Success

This chapter explores the intersection of human labor and algorithms within the realm of artificial intelligence through the lens of a new book and its reception. It chronicles the journey of the speaker as they transition from an academic environment to a thriving startup, highlighting critical experiences and connections made in Silicon Valley. The narrative emphasizes the growth of the firm All Done and the speaker's personal evolution from an intern to a middle manager, underlining the significance of practical experience and serendipity in their career.

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