Diversity in Startups
Matthew shares his journey of building a diverse team at Cloudflare, emphasizing that true diversity goes beyond surface-level representation. He highlights how different backgrounds and experiences lead to innovative solutions, contrasting this with the common misconception that diversity is merely for appearances. The conversation also touches on the early challenges of securing customers and venture capital, revealing the high stakes of startup success.In this clip
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