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Sam Altman

06/01/17

@ Y Combinator

Startups should focus on solving problems as they arise rather than trying to preemptively address issues that may not be relevant at their current stage of growth.

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From Startup to Scaleup | Sam Altman and Reid Hoffman

@ Y Combinator

From Startup to Scaleup | Sam Altman and Reid Hoffman

06/01/17

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Y Combinator Cast

05/20/22

@ Y Combinator

In startups, it's often better to address problems as they arise rather than trying to predict and hire for future issues, which can lead to unnecessary hires.

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Karri Saarinen

06/05/25

@ FirstRoundCapital

Startups shouldn't try to boil the ocean; instead, focus on solving a specific problem effectively.

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Michael Seibel

02/16/24

@ Y Combinator

Founders should prioritize solving real customer problems and adhere to best practices instead of pursuing unnecessary innovations that have a low likelihood of success.

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Sequoia Capital Cast

05/07/25

@ Sequoia Capital

Startups should create end-to-end solutions that solve customer problems rather than just providing tools, ensuring they meet customer needs effectively.

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Y Combinator Cast

02/06/23

@ Y Combinator

Avoid playing status games in startups; instead, focus on building and solving real problems, as this is where true innovation happens.

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Harvard Innovation Labs Cast

06/12/13

@ Harvard Innovation Labs

Startups should focus on a narrow market segment initially to avoid overwhelming themselves and to build a solid foundation for growth.

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Dalton Caldwell

12/27/24

@ Y Combinator

Focusing on the right problems is essential for startup success; when things don't go well, it's often because we weren't focused on the right issues.

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Mark Zuckerberg

08/17/16

@ Y Combinator

I advise aspiring entrepreneurs to start with the problem they want to solve rather than focusing on building a company.

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Y Combinator Cast

12/27/24

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Ultimately, focusing on the right problems is key to winning in the startup world.