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HOW I SPENT 17,784 HOURS IN 5 YEARS AS A STARTUP FOUNDER

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Summary from the TLDR Founders newsletter

Sam Corcos, founder of Levels, offers insights into time management and company evolution, challenging assumptions about burnout and team management. Over five years, his tracking reveals surprises, such as the consistent time spent on management despite scaling and the rejuvenation of engineering by eliminating excess management layers. Corcos emphasizes strategic thinking through quarterly "Think Weeks" and ongoing investor relations, adapting to personal life changes without sacrificing productivity.