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Mark Zuckerberg

10/31/17

@ Y Combinator

After rejecting the offer, I focused on hiring people who were committed to the long-term vision of the company.

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Mark Zuckerberg On Yahoo's Billion Dollar Offer

@ Y Combinator

Mark Zuckerberg On Yahoo's Billion Dollar Offer

10/31/17

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Brian Chesky

04/06/17

@ Y Combinator

We chose not to acquire a competitor because I didn't like their culture; I believed our mission-driven approach would outlast their profit-driven one.

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Taylor Otwell

06/13/25

@ EO

I initially hesitated to hire others for my company, fearing they would disrupt my vision, but once I did, I realized it was a mistake to wait so long.

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Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

I look for founders with a long-term vision, focusing on making customers happy and creating jobs rather than just getting rich quickly.

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Hiroshi Mikitani

10/25/13

@ Y Combinator

When hiring, I prioritize younger people to maintain our original corporate culture and to adapt to the evolving market, especially after going public.

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Reid Hoffman

05/06/23

@ Greylock

Recruiting should focus on individuals who are committed to the mission of the company, not just on their role as employees.

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Mathilde Collin

10/25/18

@ Y Combinator

It's essential to be disciplined about hiring; I prioritize finding candidates who align with our values, even if it means waiting longer to fill a position.

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Patrick Collison

11/05/15

@ Greylock

Investing in people who might take a long time to hire is crucial when you're early in a company's history.

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Mark Zuckerberg

10/31/17

@ Y Combinator

Since turning down the offer, I've faced much harder decisions that required betting on the company's direction or investing billions, where the outcomes weren't clear for many years.

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Matthew Prince

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

This decision to eliminate titles set a precedent for hiring, ensuring we select people who genuinely want to be part of the team.