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Gustaf Alströmer

12/02/22

@ Y Combinator

When reaching out to potential users, don't hesitate to contact people outside your network, as they may provide more honest feedback.

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How To Talk To Users | Startup School

@ Y Combinator

12/02/22

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Kathryn Minshew

06/20/14

@ Y Combinator

You need to find the right users for your product, as feedback from those who don't care about you can be more valuable than that from friends and family.

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Adora Cheung

03/20/17

@ Y Combinator

Your first users should be people you know, like friends and family, to gather initial feedback and refine your product before reaching a broader audience.

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Adora Cheung

03/20/17

@ Y Combinator

Be aware that feedback from friends and family may be biased; they might not provide honest critiques compared to random users who have paid for your product.

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Kat Mañalac

02/10/23

@ Y Combinator

Testing your pitch with friends and family is crucial, but don't stay in this phase too long, as their feedback may not represent your ideal users.

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Adora Cheung

03/20/17

@ Y Combinator

To gather valuable user feedback, engage in conversations with users rather than conducting formal interviews, as this fosters a more honest and open dialogue.

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Michael Seibel

09/06/18

@ Y Combinator

Avoid seeking product feedback from friends or investors, as they often don't face the problems your product aims to solve.

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Y Combinator Cast

02/08/25

@ Y Combinator

It's crucial for founders to engage directly with users and the market rather than relying on external opinions to gauge their startup's potential.

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Nicolas Dessaigne

11/27/24

@ Y Combinator

Outreach is essential for gaining initial traction; start by connecting with your network and gradually expand to reach more potential users.

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Emmett Shear

04/22/17

@ Y Combinator

Talking to non-users is essential because they can provide insights into barriers preventing them from using your product, which is critical for market expansion.