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“If you're building a startup or any sort of organization, take a few moments to reflect on the qualities that the people you most enjoy working with embody and the user experience of new people joining your organization, from the offer letter to their first day.”

Quote by Matt Mullenweg

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Matt Mullenweg is an entrepreneur known for his contributions to the open-source software community, particularly as the co-founder of WordPress. His work has had a profound impact on the internet and the world of entrepreneurship. more

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