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The colleague who changed your life

Welcome to the work week, Baltimore. Today's newsletter features a story from our How I Got Here series that speaks to the power of networks.
 
The story of Fight Blight Bmore founder Nneka N'namdi speaks to how the invisible hands of the business world can work both for you and against you. You just never know how much a coworker or classmate can impact your career.
 
Today, I ask: Who was the most impactful coworker in your career and why? How did they change the trajectory of your career?
 
Let us know by replying to this email or sending a note to , anytime.
 
— Technical.ly reporter Donte Kirby ([email protected])

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