Interested in helping build a company after graduation (2025). I worked for two startups before (one >20 people, the other 500+ unicorn). I originally went back to school for greener pastures, but I have decided that entrepreneurism and the startup life is more exciting. Only problem is I don't have a business idea. Anyone know where I can look to get in on something early?

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