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YC

Y Combinator Cast

07/22/23

@ Y Combinator

Successful pivots often occur when founders are ahead of consensus and willing to explore new ideas despite initial doubts.

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Startup Experts Reveal Their Favorite Pivot Stories

@ Y Combinator

Startup Experts Reveal Their Favorite Pivot Stories

07/22/23

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Garry Tan

05/21/25

@ Vanta

Recent pivots in startups often involve founders shifting from ideas they think they should pursue to those they know intimately, leading to more successful outcomes.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

02/08/25

@ Y Combinator

When pivoting, founders should consider their areas of expertise, as this can lead to more viable startup ideas that align with their unique skills and experiences.

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Dalton Caldwell

08/30/19

@ Y Combinator

Founders often know when their idea isn't working but may try to maintain a facade of success; if you can't convince yourself, it's a good time to pivot.

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Dalton Caldwell

08/30/19

@ Y Combinator

When considering a pivot, especially in the early stages, it shouldn't feel like a big deal; you should be open to changing ideas frequently.

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Reid Hoffman

07/08/22

@ Greylock

Pivots are essential for startups, whether it's to find product-market fit early on or to reinvent the company later for sustained success.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/01/24

@ Y Combinator

Founders often suffer from 'pivotitis,' where they change direction too frequently without learning from their initial experiences, leading to a lack of progress.

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Reid Hoffman

07/08/22

@ Greylock

Pivots are a common aspect of entrepreneurship; successful entrepreneurs learn from their experiences and adapt their strategies accordingly.

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Reid Hoffman

07/08/22

@ Greylock

Pivots are essential to entrepreneurship because they help companies adapt and find product-market fit, whether in the early stages or later on.

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Ron Conway

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

Young founders often make the mistake of not admitting when their product isn't gaining traction. It's crucial to recognize when an idea isn't working and pivot accordingly.