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		compiler-guy on July 15, 2023 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: On Becoming a VP of Engineering pt. 2 They aren't public, so they get lumped in with the startups. A more accurate description is probably "privately held".

kortilla on July 15, 2023 [–]

Nah, the distinction is different. Startup usually means, not profitable or barely profitable and focused on growth.

A taco truck is not a startup. It’s tiny and private.

Cargill is not a startup. It’s massive and private.

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