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Earlier today I saw the announcement<\/a> of a TV show about entrepreneurs.<\/div>\n

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I have mixed feelings about this reality show, with it’s American idol-esque presentation of startups and startup life. The more I think about it the more I realize how seriously double edged this blade of popularity is for the startup ecosystem. On one hand it will do wonders for the attraction of talent and we may someday surpass Wallstreet and Hollywood in desirability and sex appeal. But we must not become corrupted and forget why we do this. It’s not about the fame, glory or money. It’s about building products that transform the world and drive the human race forward.<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Earlier today I saw the announcement of a TV show about entrepreneurs.   I have mixed feelings about this reality show, with it’s American idol-esque presentation of startups and startup life. The more I think about it the more I realize how seriously double edged this blade of popularity is for the startup ecosystem. 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