How a Dose of ‘Waffles and Epiphanies’ Changed Serena Williams’ Husband Alexis Ohanian’s Career Path?

Discover how his decision to embrace entrepreneurship led to a series of remarkable achievements that continue to shape his extraordinary journey.

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The breakfast decision that changed Serena Williams’ Husband Alexis Ohanian’s life

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Alexis Ohanian, a former law student at the University of Virginia, had a transformative epiphany that propelled him into entrepreneurship, leading to his renowned and influential status.

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In the video, Ohanian said, “And I was here on the grounds during, I think it was my second year when I walked out of an LSAT that I was taking in order to get breakfast at Waffle House on 29”. He added, “That place is amazing for waffles and epiphanies”.

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“You see because while I was there in booth 19, I decided I probably shouldn’t be a lawyer if I walked out of the LSAT and instead, I should start a startup” he further stated.

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What did Ohanian do following his life-changing decision?

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Ohanian had an epiphany but focused on graduation first. He initially got rejected by Y Combinator but didn't give up. He pitched another idea to them, which became Reddit, now valued at $10 billion.

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How a Dose of ‘Waffles and Epiphanies’ Changed Serena Williams’ Husband Alexis Ohanian’s Career Path?

20th, May 2023

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Discover how his decision to embrace entrepreneurship led to a series of remarkable achievements that continue to shape his extraordinary journey.

In the realm of life-altering epiphanies, Alexis Ohanian's transformation from a law student to a tech trailblazer stands as a testament to following one's true calling.

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The breakfast decision that changed Serena Williams’ Husband Alexis Ohanian’s life

Alexis Ohanian, a former law student at the University of Virginia, had a transformative epiphany that propelled him into entrepreneurship, leading to his renowned and influential status.

From Law Student to Entrepreneur

In the video, Ohanian said, “And I was here on the grounds during, I think it was my second year when I walked out of an LSAT that I was taking in order to get breakfast at Waffle House on 29”. He added, “That place is amazing for waffles and epiphanies”.

“You see because while I was there in booth 19, I decided I probably shouldn’t be a lawyer if I walked out of the LSAT and instead, I should start a startup” he further stated.

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What did Ohanian do following his life-changing decision?

Ohanian had an epiphany but focused on graduation first. He initially got rejected by Y Combinator but didn't give up. He pitched another idea to them, which became Reddit, now valued at $10 billion.

Ohanian's Journey to Reddit

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