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Prologue featuring Naval Ravikant, Tim Ferriss, and Eric Jorgenson

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Feb 2, 2021
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ANECDOTE

Naval's Upbringing

  • Naval Ravikant grew up in a single-parent, immigrant household, facing hardship and relying on the library as his after-school haven.
  • He worked various jobs from a young age, including delivering Indian food illegally and washing dishes.
ANECDOTE

Stuyvesant's Impact

  • Getting into Stuyvesant High School was a turning point for Naval, providing access to an Ivy League education.
  • He transitioned from a blue-collar to a white-collar path due to this opportunity.
INSIGHT

Naval's Career Path

  • Naval's background in economics and computer science shaped his career as an investor.
  • He's involved in various ventures, including a cryptocurrency fund, alongside his role at AngelList.
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