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by mattgreenrocks 4631 days ago
It could be construed as a negative signal: is the company delusional enough to believe that another social dog-teeth-cleansing website will really change the world?

But, yes, somehow SV has found a way to promise to twentysomethings that they can fulfill their life's deepest purpose with the potential to become very wealthy. The catch? Just work really hard!

SV is a machine fueled by the optimism and naivete of the young. It's possible to do really well in it, but I feel like you need to keep your wits about you.