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PayPal ft. Max Levchin - A merger of enemies that reshaped Silicon Valley

Crucible Moments

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Lessons from Founders: Imagining the Long Run

Yelp, YouTube, LinkedIn, and PayPal all experienced the challenges and excitement of building successful businesses. The lesson learned is to never underestimate the potential of a company. Amara's Law reminds us to consider the long-term impact of technology. In 2015, PayPal split from eBay, betting on itself and continuing to thrive. Tune in to the Crucible Moments podcast by Sequoia Capital to hear Brian Chesky's story about Airbnb's journey through trust-building, battling clones, and surviving a global shutdown.

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