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Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

Investing in billion-dollar companies can provide more resources to effect change in the world, even if your primary motivation isn't profit.

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Andy Bromberg - Startup Investor School Day 4

@ Y Combinator

Andy Bromberg - Startup Investor School Day 4

03/09/18

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Geoff Ralston

02/07/18

@ Y Combinator

Investing in startups should not just be about making a difference; you should also consider the potential for returns on your investment.

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Mark Zuckerberg

08/17/16

@ Y Combinator

The best companies drive social change, and it's important to believe in the value you're providing to people.

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Michael Seibel

03/07/18

@ Y Combinator

When considering how much to invest, smaller checks can have a significant impact if the company becomes a billion-dollar success.

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Elon Musk

09/16/16

@ Y Combinator

If you're doing something useful for society, that's a good thing, even if it doesn't change the world. Creating something that provides value to a large number of people is important.

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Reshma Shetty

07/11/18

@ Y Combinator

Raising more money can be beneficial for a founder's mission, as it can mean the difference between success and failure, even if it leads to some dilution.

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Vlad Tenev

05/21/25

@ Jay Shetty Podcast

Investing in companies that create products you use and like is a solid strategy; if you believe in the company's future, it can guide your investment decisions.

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Joe Lonsdale

04/26/24

@ My First Million

You can achieve significant impact by focusing on areas that are often overlooked by traditional tech companies.

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Joe Lonsdale

04/26/24

@ My First Million

You can achieve significant impact by focusing on areas that are often overlooked by traditional tech companies.

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Harvard Innovation Labs Cast

06/12/13

@ Harvard Innovation Labs

The journey of building a company is as important as the success itself; entrepreneurs often start companies to change the world as they see it.