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Field notes2013-03-01 · Archive

Don't get an internship. Start a business.

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“I've since done some "internships" (one where I was paid less than minimum wage and worked full days - but I really wanted a job …”

@smokinjoe · View source

Don't get an internship. Start a business.

@smokinjoe · 37 points · 22 comments

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