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In case you didn’t know: there’s no such thing as value alignment in a VC-backed company. As soon as they take that cheque, their job is to make money or die trying.
They may espouse certain values, but in all cases this is marketing - it’s meant to attract their target user. Profit trumps values every time.
It may sound bleak but when you accept this truth you can let go of values and embrace incentive alignment. VC-backed companies don’t share your values, but their interests might align with yours for a time. Take everything you can at this moment, because it won’t last forever.
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