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They say timing is everything — and that’s a lesson I’ve learned the hard way.
Today, I’m building a startup I truly believe in. But the truth is, this journey didn’t start last year. It began more than 20 years ago — with a big idea, the wrong timing and some painful but necessary lessons that would shape everything I’m doing now.
How it started
In 2007, inspired by platforms like Craigslist and LinkedIn, I set out to bring a new kind of online platform to life. I had a strong concept, but not the technical skills to build it alone. So I