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A Y-Combinator startup offered job interviews in exchange for getting a tattoo—because they want employees ‘just as crazy as we are’

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30.07.2026

A Y-Combinator startup offered job interviews in exchange for getting a tattoo—because they want employees ‘just as crazy as we are’

AI company LemonLime’s hiring stunt has gone viral for all the wrong reasons, prompting accusations of exploitation.

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The job market may feel more crowded than ever, but how far would candidates go to set themselves apart? One startup put that to the test, challenging hopeful candidates to get a permanent tattoo in exchange for a guaranteed interview.

Y Combinator startup LemonLime hosted an afterparty for YC Startup School. According to a........

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