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YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

The best founders are extremely focused and persistent, often trying different approaches until they succeed.

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YC

Elad Gil and Pejman Nozad - Startup Investor School Day 3

@ Y Combinator

Elad Gil and Pejman Nozad - Startup Investor School Day 3

03/09/18

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YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

The best founders are those who truly understand the problem they are solving, which drives their persistence even in tough times.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

01/27/22

@ Y Combinator

Successful founders are those who can consistently engage in focused work, which is a key differentiator in their performance.

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Avni Patel Thompson

03/03/18

@ Y Combinator

The most successful founders often have a high batting average, meaning they try many ideas and learn from failures without being precious about them.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

01/27/22

@ Y Combinator

The best founders demonstrate discipline by consistently doing the right thing, even when not pressured by external circumstances.

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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.

JL

Jessica Livingston

06/27/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

The best founders are open-minded and willing to adjust their ideas based on feedback from others.

PB

Paul Buchheit

07/17/19

@ Y Combinator

Successful founders often exhibit an obsessive focus and a level of irrationality in their pursuits, as exemplified by Elon Musk's approach to launching SpaceX.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

09/18/18

@ Y Combinator

Grit and tenacity are essential qualities in founders; it's not just about having the best product but about outlasting challenges.

JL

Jessica Livingston

06/27/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

I seek founders who are relentlessly resourceful, as this trait is crucial for overcoming challenges in the startup journey.