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Ron Conway

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

The best founders are not in it for the money; they focus on making a great product, and their company's success is a byproduct of that dedication.

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Ron Conway at Startup School SV 2014

@ Y Combinator

10/15/14

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Severin Hacker

05/19/25

@ 20VC with Harry Stebbings

I think the best founders start with a mission and purpose rather than focusing solely on making money.

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Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

The best founders are those who truly understand the problem they are solving, which drives their persistence even in tough times.

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Justin Kan Cast

05/27/21

@ Justin Kan

I wish more founders focused on enjoying their work rather than seeking quick financial success, as passion leads to better outcomes.

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Y Combinator Cast

08/18/23

@ Y Combinator

Fundraising should not be the primary focus; instead, founders should concentrate on building their product and engaging with users. Money is just a tool to help grow the business, not the end goal.

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Dalton Caldwell

07/12/19

@ Y Combinator

Successful founders focus on their product, customers, revenue, and team, rather than getting distracted by the noise in the startup ecosystem, such as fundraising news and social media chatter.

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Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

The best founders are extremely focused and persistent, often trying different approaches until they succeed.

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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.

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Y Combinator Cast

09/18/18

@ Y Combinator

Grit and tenacity are essential qualities in founders; it's not just about having the best product but about outlasting challenges.

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Michael Seibel

08/16/24

@ Y Combinator

The best founders think long-term, considering not only their own needs but also those of their co-founders, even if the co-founders are not thinking about them.