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Y Combinator Cast

02/08/25

@ Y Combinator

It's crucial for founders to engage directly with users and the market rather than relying on external opinions to gauge their startup's potential.

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How To Get AI Startup Ideas

@ Y Combinator

02/08/25

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Tom Blomfield

12/16/23

@ Y Combinator

Engaging directly with users and leveraging product intuition is vital for making informed decisions in a startup environment.

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Emmett Shear

04/22/17

@ Y Combinator

When starting a startup, it's crucial to talk to users rather than just relying on your own experiences, as most startups are not built solely for the founders.

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Michael Seibel

04/30/22

@ Y Combinator

Investors may have a superficial understanding of a startup's market, and their feedback should not be taken as definitive; founders are the true experts on their product and market.

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Gustaf Alströmer

12/02/22

@ Y Combinator

Great founders engage with future customers even before having a product, as this helps them understand user motivations and gather honest feedback.

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David Siegel

12/08/23

@ Y Combinator

Engaging directly with customers as a founder can create a strong impression and foster trust, making it easier to build relationships and gain feedback.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

07/22/23

@ Y Combinator

It's crucial for Founders to validate their ideas quickly to avoid wasting time on concepts that don't resonate with users.

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Elad Gil

10/18/18

@ Y Combinator

It's important for investors to challenge founders on their decisions, as this can lead to better outcomes and improvements in the startup's direction.

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Gustaf Alströmer

12/02/22

@ Y Combinator

The best founders learn directly from their users throughout the lifetime of their company, ensuring they stay honest and informed about their product's impact.

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Jessica Livingston

10/25/13

@ Y Combinator

To create a product that people want, founders must engage with users and be willing to pivot their ideas significantly based on feedback.