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Sam Altman

03/18/17

@ Y Combinator

You should spend either zero or 25% of your time hiring; it's either not a priority or your biggest focus.

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Team and Execution with Sam Altman (How to Start a Startup 2014: Lecture 2)

@ Y Combinator

Team and Execution with Sam Altman (How to Start a Startup 2014: Lecture 2)

03/18/17

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Sarah Nahm

07/10/19

@ Y Combinator

As a founder, you should spend about 50% of your time on hiring because it's crucial for your startup's success.

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Harj Taggar

09/26/18

@ Y Combinator

If you're spending more than 50% of your time on sourcing candidates, it's time to consider bringing in help, such as a recruiter.

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Kirsty Nathoo

08/22/19

@ Y Combinator

Hiring too quickly can be tempting, but every hire should be seen as an investment, and you need to ensure that you're getting a return on that investment.

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Sam Altman

05/06/15

@ Platzi Team

As a CEO, you should spend a significant amount of time hiring the best people, as this is essential for your startup's success.

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Harj Taggar

09/26/18

@ Y Combinator

Hiring is a painful process that takes a lot of time and can feel like a low priority for founders, but neglecting it can hinder your startup's growth.

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Sean Mitchell

05/04/18

@ Y Combinator

As a startup, your life exists in moments, so focus on achieving your immediate goals and hire accordingly.

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Sam Altman

03/18/17

@ Y Combinator

Hiring should be your top priority when necessary, and you must be prepared for a lengthy recruitment process to attract the best talent, as they often have many options.

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Amit Bendov

05/20/25

@ Sequoia Capital

75% of a seller's time is spent on non-customer-facing activities, indicating a huge opportunity for efficiency improvements.

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Jessica Livingston

05/04/17

@ Y Combinator

Focus is essential; it's easy to waste time on the wrong things in a startup, so prioritize the one optimal task over the many less important ones.