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Anne Wojcicki's Journey with 23andMe and Overcoming Gatekeepers
TLDR Anne Wojcicki founded 23andMe to provide people with direct access to their genetic information, facing challenges in educating customers and working with gatekeepers such as doctors and the FDA. Despite obstacles, Wojcicki's decision to collaborate with gatekeepers has not only led to 23andMe's growth but also set a positive example for the industry.
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Embrace gatekeepers as opportunities for growth and success rather than obstacles to overcome.
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Anne Wojcicki persevered to pursue her passion for ice skating despite obstacles, later transitioning from a career in healthcare investment to founding 23andMe due to moral concerns about the healthcare system.
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Anne Wojcicki founded 23andMe with the aim of giving people direct access to their genetic information and empowering them to make decisions about their health by bypassing traditional healthcare gatekeepers.
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In the early days, 23andMe faced challenges in educating customers about the transformative potential of genetic information, leading to low initial sales, but eventually shifted focus to highlighting ancestry to make genome testing more appealing and accessible.
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23andMe faced challenges in convincing doctors to accept their direct-to-consumer genetic testing approach, disrupting the traditional gatekeeper role of physicians in accessing health information.
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23andMe faced challenges with the FDA due to the classification of genetic tests as medical devices, leading to a cease and desist letter in 2013.
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Anne Wojcicki decided to work with the FDA instead of fighting them, realizing that building relationships with gatekeepers could lead to significant societal impact in the long run.
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Anne Wojcicki's decision to work with the FDA has not only paved the way for 23andMe's growth, but has also set a positive example for the wider industry, emphasizing the importance of trust and responsible handling of sensitive information.
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Anne Wojcicki's grand vision for 23andMe required working with gatekeepers to become a reality.
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