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Aydin Senkut

04/16/25

@ EO

Great companies do not succeed in a straight line; founders must learn to navigate setbacks and keep moving forward despite challenges.

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From Google’s First PM to Backing 50 Unicorns — One Simple Rule | Felicis, Aydin Senkut

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From Google’s First PM to Backing 50 Unicorns — One Simple Rule | Felicis, Aydin Senkut

04/16/25

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Jessica Livingston

10/25/13

@ Y Combinator

Founders should not be immobilized by setbacks; instead, they should keep moving forward and remain aware that circumstances can change rapidly in the startup world.

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Apoorva Mehta

06/20/14

@ Y Combinator

The journey as a founder is filled with failures, but persistence can lead to success, so stay excited and keep pushing forward.

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Michael Seibel

05/26/22

@ Y Combinator

Many founders mistakenly think that after a successful launch, their journey will be smooth sailing, but the reality is that setbacks are a constant in the startup world.

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Dalton Caldwell

05/26/22

@ Y Combinator

As a startup founder, I constantly faced setbacks, and it's crucial to understand that these challenges will keep happening over and over again.

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Ron Conway

10/27/13

@ Y Combinator

Many founders believe their company will succeed, but those whose companies don't often iterate tirelessly until they find success, becoming unsung heroes.

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Y Combinator Cast

05/07/22

@ Y Combinator

Successful companies often have to accept losses along the way; learning to take a hit is part of the entrepreneurial journey and can lead to long-term survival.

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Reid Hoffman

11/05/14

@ YC Root Access

A great founder must balance persistence in their vision with the flexibility to adapt based on feedback and changing circumstances.

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Adora Cheung

07/31/14

@ Y Combinator

I believe that perseverance is key in startups; you only fail if you stop trying, and it's important to learn from setbacks without letting them overwhelm you.

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Paul Buchheit

07/31/14

@ Y Combinator

Accepting setbacks and moving forward, believing that whatever happened is for the best, is a strong predictor of success among startups.