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Y Combinator Cast

03/21/25

@ Y Combinator

Conflict is a natural part of any relationship, including those between co-founders, and it's essential to address it rather than avoid it.

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How Top 1% Founders Navigate Co-founder Conflict

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How Top 1% Founders Navigate Co-founder Conflict

03/21/25

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YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

In co-founder conflicts, it's essential to communicate openly, as most relationship issues stem from communication breakdowns.

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Sam Altman

03/18/17

@ Y Combinator

When issues arise between co-founders, it's important to address them early rather than letting them fester, as this can prevent larger problems later.

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Kat Mañalac

03/17/17

@ Y Combinator

It's important for co-founders to know how they will respond to each other during conflicts, as the co-founder relationship is as significant as a long-term romantic relationship.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/21/25

@ Y Combinator

It's essential to acknowledge that both co-founders are invested in the success of the startup, which can help mitigate conflicts.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/21/25

@ Y Combinator

The startup journey often requires self-discovery and the development of conflict resolution skills to navigate co-founder disagreements effectively.

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Harj Taggar

09/27/24

@ Y Combinator

It's crucial to have difficult conversations regularly to prevent stress and fractures in the co-founder relationship over time.

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Harj Taggar

09/27/24

@ Y Combinator

Even with a great co-founder relationship, ongoing effort is needed to maintain it and avoid potential conflicts.

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Michael Seibel

05/26/22

@ Y Combinator

Co-founder disputes can be more challenging than investor issues because they affect your home base; a strong relationship is essential to survive inevitable friction.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/21/25

@ Y Combinator

Learning to communicate effectively and understand each other's perspectives is vital for resolving conflicts in a co-founder relationship.