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Twitter, Medium and Blogger: Ev Williams

How I Built This with Guy Raz

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From Odeo to Twitter: Pivotal Moments

This chapter chronicles the transformative early days of Twitter and Odeo, highlighting key strategic decisions, including the merger that formed Obvious. It discusses the pivotal moments at events like South by Southwest that catalyzed Twitter's growth, along with the interpersonal challenges faced by its leadership. Additionally, the narrative reflects on the complexities of maintaining relationships in a rapidly evolving startup environment and the decision to remain independent despite lucrative buyout offers.

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