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Sep 2020
24m 42s

How I Built Resilience: John Zimmer of L...

Guy Raz | Wondery
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This year has brought unexpected challenges to Lyft, starting with a 75 percent drop in rideshares at the beginning of the pandemic. But co-founder John Zimmer says ride-hailing is returning, and the company is continuing to diversify with car, scooter, and bike rentals. John also answers questions about whether app-based drivers should be thought of as part ... Show More
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