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Navigating Entrepreneurial Dilemmas

This chapter explores the critical business decision-making process behind a billion-dollar offer to Instagram, emphasizing counterfactual thinking and the challenges of team dynamics in large organizations. It reflects on the emotional and philosophical choices entrepreneurs face when weighing financial success against personal values and independence. The discussion highlights the fluctuating fortunes of social media platforms, providing insights into the mindset surrounding financial decisions and the unpredictability of success in the tech industry.

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