It's crucial for startups to think harder about achieving product-market fit and to be honest about whether they have it, especially in uncertain economic times.

Finding product-market fit is the single most important thing that your startup does in the first three years, yet it's often underexplored and underexplained.

Product-market fit is crucial; you know you have it when growth is not your biggest problem, and when you pivot, you get another chance to succeed, increasing your odds of achieving product-market fit by taking multiple high-quality shots at it.

When I joined Y Combinator, I was unsure about our product's market fit, but I learned that being honest about our product's state is essential for growth.

Many founders feel they never truly achieve product-market fit, often waiting until they reach significant revenue milestones to feel confident about their product's success.

It's crucial to assess whether a company is ready for a traditional growth effort, particularly in terms of product-market fit, before implementing growth tactics.

The best way to measure product-market fit is through unbiased data that shows if you've created something people want.

The key to achieving product-market fit is to continue iterating until you find something that resonates with users, rather than relying solely on metrics like signups.

It's crucial to be honest about your startup's current status and to regularly fill out your primary metric and goals to maintain accountability and track progress effectively.