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“You never want to be in a place where an employee has vested 3 out of the 4 years of stock and they start thinking about leaving.”

Quote by Sam Altman

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Sam Altman, born on April 22, 1985, is a renowned entrepreneur and investor. He has held key positions in several startups in Silicon Valley and has a deep involvement in the field of artificial intelligence. Altman is known for his keen insight into technological innovation and his steadfast pursuit of entrepreneurial spirit. more

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