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Episode Synopsis
Vinay Hiremath, the Indian-origin co-founder of Loom, sold his company for $975 million and subsequently wrote a blog post about his post-sale experiences. His post details his feelings of confusion and aimlessness, despite his newfound wealth.
Hiremath recounts various attempts to find purpose, including failed entrepreneurial ventures and a brief stint working with Elon Musk.
He also discusses a relationship breakup and a Himalayan climbing expedition gone wrong. Finally, his blog post's virality led to a surge in Google searches related to him and Loom.
Hiremath recounts various attempts to find purpose, including failed entrepreneurial ventures and a brief stint working with Elon Musk.
He also discusses a relationship breakup and a Himalayan climbing expedition gone wrong. Finally, his blog post's virality led to a surge in Google searches related to him and Loom.
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