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YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/21/25

@ Y Combinator

Co-founders should strive to maintain a balance between being authoritative and avoiding authoritarianism in their decision-making processes.

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How Top 1% Founders Navigate Co-founder Conflict

@ Y Combinator

How Top 1% Founders Navigate Co-founder Conflict

03/21/25

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Michael Seibel

05/07/22

@ Y Combinator

Founders should be proactive in making tough decisions to steer their startups towards profitability, rather than relying on external pressures or advice.

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.

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Tracy Young

06/12/19

@ Y Combinator

Having a clear delineation of responsibilities between co-founders is vital for a successful partnership, as it helps avoid conflicts and ensures effective leadership.

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Reid Hoffman

11/05/14

@ YC Root Access

It's vital for co-founders to collaborate effectively and help each other reach the truth, rather than just agreeing with each other.

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Qasar Younis

05/15/25

@ Uncapped with Jack Altman

I believe that as a founder, you must navigate the balance between maintaining high standards and adapting to the evolving needs of your company.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/21/25

@ Y Combinator

Co-founders often need to learn how to let minor issues slide to focus on more significant strategic decisions.

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Brian Chesky

12/01/15

@ Greylock

Your co-founders should be better than you or at least feel like equals; otherwise, they become proxy early employees that can't scale.

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Harj Taggar

09/27/24

@ Y Combinator

Co-founders wanting to be the CEO can lead to conflicts, as it creates a power struggle and undermines trust among the team.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

Investors should maintain a supportive role, helping founders navigate challenges rather than prioritizing their own interests, which can lead to detrimental outcomes for the startup.