Handling Press Cycles
Drew shares his personal experiences and advice on handling the ups and downs of press cycles, emphasizing the importance of depersonalizing setbacks and maintaining a sense of equanimity. He highlights the need to recognize that challenges are part of the journey and that even successful founders face similar struggles.In this clip
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