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Y Combinator Cast

05/18/24

@ Y Combinator

Extreme outlier companies often succeed because they last long enough to catch multiple waves of opportunity, compounding their success over time.

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Why This Is The Perfect Time To Start A Startup

@ Y Combinator

Why This Is The Perfect Time To Start A Startup

05/18/24

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RC

Ron Conway

10/27/13

@ Y Combinator

Many founders believe their company will succeed, but those whose companies don't often iterate tirelessly until they find success, becoming unsung heroes.

RH

Reid Hoffman

07/08/22

@ Greylock

Many successful companies, like Apple and Amazon, have undergone significant pivots, demonstrating that adaptation is key to long-term success.

AW

Alexandr Wang

11/14/23

@ Accel

Most successful companies start in an area long before it becomes popular, allowing them to gain a head start when the trend takes off.

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Aydin Senkut

04/16/25

@ EO

Great companies do not succeed in a straight line; founders must learn to navigate setbacks and keep moving forward despite challenges.

LP

Lenny's Podcast Cast

05/02/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

Y Combinator companies demonstrate higher durability, with over 50% surviving past 10 years, compared to the average of 30% for other startups.

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Elad Gil

10/18/18

@ Y Combinator

The most successful companies often thrive despite their investors, as product-market fit is a powerful force in determining success.

RP

Ryan Petersen

08/30/18

@ Y Combinator

Success compounds over time; small wins can lead to significant opportunities, such as gaining investment or building a strong team.

TB

Tom Bilyeu Cast

06/01/23

@ Tom Bilyeu

Companies that embrace exponential technologies and adapt to change will thrive, while those that don't will go out of business by the end of this decade.

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Justin Kan

05/17/19

@ a16z

The best entrepreneurs are those who stick with their vision for decades, creating lasting companies and value, rather than constantly chasing new trends.