A Single Dollar and a Sweaty Hoody Almost Cost Me Millions
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The author shares a personal anecdote about a critical business negotiation where a small detail almost cost them millions, highlighting the importance of preparation and attention to detail. The story is shared without much discussion or controversy.
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Goes on to explain nothing in the article about why it is a tech company but talks repeatedly about the scammy people he worked with and explains how he hired people to rebox shady masks (with employees sitting on the floor in a warehouse, unmasked in the photo)
I have rarely read something written by an adult that is so lacking in self-awareness. I can imagine this is why this is the end of every article on this site:
> Comments suck for discussion. Send me your criticism or thoughts at https://twitter.com/darefailed. If we discuss something noteworthy, I’ll update this article.
I doubt there is any helping this person see their own actions in any sort of reasonable light.
I'm sure the "Hong Kong Moms" do not miss seeing this curly-haired white guy popping up in their group about being mothers. Talk about invading a space not meant for you - eesh.