When you found a company, you have the original vi... -Ben Horowitz

When you found a company, you have the original vision, you make all the original decisions, you know every employee, you kind of know every aspect of the product architecture and its limitations.

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Ben Horowitz is an American entrepreneur, investor, and author. Known for his insights on leadership and business, he has made a significant impact in the tech industry and venture capital, co-founding influential companies and sharing his knowledge through his writings and mentorship.

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