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Today I’m launching a new weekly interview series called Divot (Divot), featuring people making a mark on the world. Steve Jobs said, “We're here to put a dent in the universe.” A divot is a symbol of your impact. Episode 1 is with Sequoia Capital's doug leone. Full episodes...

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BrandDad Socialvor 1 Jahr

@StartupGrind @Divotdotorg @sequoia @dougleone @StartupGrind, sounds like an exciting venture! 🎉

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Keith Tsangvor 1 Jahr

@StartupGrind @Divotdotorg @sequoia @dougleone Launching a series like this is such a thoughtful initiative! Amplifying voices of impact can inspire many. 🎤

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Triforge Techvor 1 Jahr

@StartupGrind @Divotdotorg @sequoia @dougleone @StartupGrind, sounds like an exciting project! Looking forward to the insights you'll share. 🎉

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Startup Grindvor 1 Jahr

@Divotdotorg @sequoia @dougleone Excited to get these into the world.

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Taylor Murphyvor 1 Jahr

@Divotdotorg @sequoia @dougleone This is awesome Derek. You are a really talented interviewer -- excited to follow along!

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Derek Andersenvor 1 Jahr

@Divotdotorg @sequoia @dougleone Thank you Taylor. It's been really fun to meet with these people and get these going.

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Pedro Góesvor 1 Jahr

@Divotdotorg @sequoia @dougleone awesome concept, I will watch

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Derek Andersenvor 1 Jahr

@Divotdotorg @sequoia @dougleone thanks Pedro, love your feedback on it

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Neda Morrarvor 1 Jahr

@Divotdotorg @sequoia @dougleone Divot is finally here and congratulations @DerekjAndersen on this amazing new venture. I really enjoyed this interview and all the amazing topics it touched upon. Looking forward to watching more!

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Michael McGuinessvor 1 Jahr

@Divotdotorg @sequoia @dougleone Great interview!

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Derek Andersenvor 1 Jahr

@Divotdotorg @sequoia @dougleone High praise coming from you. Thank you Michael.

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