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By Jason Lemkin · Thursday, September 24, 2020
 
     
 

You know how everyone says you'll never look and wish you'd kept a bad VP as long as you did? That when you make a mis-hire, you'll always look back...
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By Amelia Ibarra · Thursday, September 24, 2020
 
     
 

Investment can create more problems than it solves and founders may trick themselves into thinking they have product market fit when they don't. Michael Seibel, partner of Y Combinator and CEO of the YC startup accelerator program, will explore the top risks founders should be aware of after funding and his best tips on how to avoid them.

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The Affordable 401k for Startups
By Amelia Ibarra 

Small businesses starting a new 401(k) plan may be eligible to receive up to $16,500 in tax credits over three years to offset plan administration costs. Learn how to get started with Guideline's 401k calculator.


 
 
 

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