Opinion

January 5, 2022

Startup operators: The challenges ahead for 2022 

Beyond the obvious — finding great talent — here's what leading startup operators have on their minds heading into the new year


Abadesi Osunsade, founder and CEO of Hustle Crew

One thing is more or less certain this year: startup talent will not get any easier to find. There are a lot of companies in the world hoping to grow very fast — and, with remote work having firmly taken hold, they’ll all be looking for the same kinds of experienced operators. 

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