Two things that I think are different ...

Ben Werdmuller

11 Oct 2015

Two things that I think are different about doing startups out here and in Cambridge:

1. Flip-flops are totally cool,

2. and failure is embraced as a part of life.

A startup is a serious endeavor and you need to give it more than your all. But ultimately, if you fail and you legitimately tried your very best, it's not a black mark. You continue, and try again. It's all about how you deal with failure.

I'm sorry it ended. Onto the next adventure!

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