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99% of the way is 0% of the experience
Shantanu Gangal
CEO at Prodigal
June 8, 2026
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99% of the way is 0% of the experience

99% of the way = 0% of the experience, Garry Tan articulates it vividly. https://lnkd.in/ghdKqqXG

The consumer notices that solving 99% of the problem is not solving it.

The bottom line notices & gives fodder to McKinsey & Company & likes to publish eye catching reports .. but first

You notice that more relentless work lies ahead.

Here is what I've found to push beyond 99% at Prodigal

1. Team: The more things change the more they remain the same. Even more important to have a cofounder (Sangram) and team that just doesn't settle for good but pursues excellence

2. Scorecard: Create objective QA program, benchmarks & eval sets that allows the team to Andon without fear.

3. Partners: Find customers & champions that are unforgiving and patient at the same time. Who believe in the power of tech / AI to change industries more than looking for a quick promotion. So lucky to have a dozen partners who embody this each day.

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