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Y Combinator Cast

06/09/22

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Smart founders understand their unique situations and know how to apply general advice to their specific circumstances, rather than panicking over external market conditions.

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Y Combinator Is Back In Person

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Y Combinator Is Back In Person

06/09/22

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Michael Seibel

05/07/22

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Founders should be proactive in making tough decisions to steer their startups towards profitability, rather than relying on external pressures or advice.

Y Combinator Cast

04/18/24

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Working closely with founders allows for tailored advice that can differ from general guidance, enhancing the startup's chances of success.

Reid Hoffman

04/18/17

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To identify great founders, it's crucial to understand their mindset and how they navigate the unique challenges of their domain.

Y Combinator Cast

03/22/24

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Successful founders often have unique insights from direct experience in their industry, which can lead to innovative solutions that investors might overlook.

Y Combinator Cast

04/18/24

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It's challenging to provide one-size-fits-all advice for startups, as the same idea can yield different outcomes based on the founders' expertise.

Y Combinator Cast

03/03/22

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Good founders excel at identifying when they need to overthink versus when to take action; most of the work lies in executing rather than over-optimizing.

Y Combinator Cast

06/21/24

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It's crucial for founders to balance optimism with realism, especially in hype industries, to ensure their business can withstand various economic climates.

Dalton Caldwell

03/22/24

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Founders should focus on areas where they have personal experience and knowledge, rather than relying solely on investor frameworks for assessing opportunities.

Dalton Caldwell

08/07/24

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Founders who know very little about startup advice often avoid developing bad habits or strange ideas about how to run a startup, which can be beneficial.