Tools

Search

Explore

Videos Channels Figures

Atmrix

About

Tools

Search

Explore

Videos Channels Figures

Atmrix

About

MS

Michael Seibel

04/05/19

@ Y Combinator

Starting with a problem is easier than starting with an idea because it avoids immediate judgment on the idea's quality.

Video

YC

How to Get and Test Startup Ideas - Michael Seibel

@ Y Combinator

How to Get and Test Startup Ideas - Michael Seibel

04/05/19

Related Takeaways

GT

Garry Tan

09/20/18

@ Y Combinator

Starting with a clear problem statement is crucial for effective product design.

ND

Nicolas Dessaigne

11/27/24

@ Y Combinator

Many founders make the mistake of waiting for the perfect idea; it's better to start with what you have and iterate based on feedback rather than delaying your launch.

GT

Garry Tan

05/21/25

@ Vanta

First-time founders often have a 'beginner's mind' that allows them to approach problems without biases, which is a significant advantage.

MS

Michael Seibel

04/05/19

@ Y Combinator

Your startup idea doesn't have to be great to start a company; instead, focus on identifying a problem to solve.

AA

Anima Anandkumar

05/04/25

@ EO

Students often have intuitive ideas about practical problems, which can serve as a good starting point for deeper exploration, even if their initial intuitions are incorrect.

DC

Dalton Caldwell

08/30/19

@ Y Combinator

It's better to work on an idea that may not be the best if you're enjoying the process, rather than becoming disheartened while pursuing a startup.

MZ

Mark Zuckerberg

08/17/16

@ Y Combinator

I advise aspiring entrepreneurs to start with the problem they want to solve rather than focusing on building a company.

AN

Andrew Ng

08/30/23

@ Stanford Online

I prefer to engage in startup ideas only when there's a concrete concept, as this allows for efficient validation and execution, contrary to the common advice of exploring many alternatives.

MS

Michael Seibel

09/06/18

@ Y Combinator

Creating a process to build and iterate on multiple ideas quickly is more effective than waiting for the perfect solution.