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There are many configurations of business that work
The article challenges the common perception that the venture-backed, rapid-growth startup is the only viable business model. It cites examples like Patagonia, which thrived by prioritizing mission over aggressive growth, and Warren Buffett, who built Berkshire Hathaway into an empire without venture capital. It argues that "raise, grow fast, exit" is merely a prevalent script, not an immutable law, and that numerous successful business configurations exist beyond the conventional startup model, urging founders to consider which model aligns best with their desired lifestyle and goals.
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