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Y Combinator Cast

04/18/24

@ Y Combinator

It's common for founders with expertise to feel fearful and second-guess their ideas, while those without expertise may be overly confident in their assumptions.

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When Should You Trust Your Gut?

@ Y Combinator

When Should You Trust Your Gut?

04/18/24

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