The Encyclopedia
of Fuckups
Real mistakes.
Real lessons.
(usually.)

The Encyclopedia
of Fuckups

Because success is overrated,
and everyone makes mistakes.

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Great idea.
Terrible timing.

BUSINESS

WeWork: From Unicorn
to Unwanted

In 2019, WeWork was worth $47 billion. Just a few years later, it was a cautionary tale about overvaluation, poor leadership and … really expensive office space.

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