There are no leases, and you have a community of like-minded individuals to work and collaborate with.

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And that's fine if you have a garage, tons of time and a couple of like-minded friends to call 911 when the car falls on you.

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They did this partly because those states have fewer overtly antigay laws, but also because the size and anonymity of a city makes it much easier to associate with like-minded people and live as you please.

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As a newcomer with more passion for an issue than in-depth knowledge, the road to success can lead to working with like-minded philanthropists and foundations from whom you can learn.

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Start-ups are great because they enable you to work within a position doing what you love with a group of like-minded and ambitious individuals.

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Networking: Collaborate with like-minded leaders and find potential partners who can help you take your business to the next level.

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