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YC

Y Combinator Cast

12/05/24

@ Y Combinator

Your 20s are the first time you can truly follow your own plan, separate from your parents' expectations, and it's important to question that plan.

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YC

How To Make The Most Out of Your 20s

@ Y Combinator

12/05/24

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YC

Y Combinator Cast

12/05/24

@ Y Combinator

In your 20s, it's crucial to be risk-seeking rather than risk-averse, as you have fewer responsibilities and more freedom to explore opportunities.

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Paul Graham

03/19/17

@ Y Combinator

There are things you can do in your early 20s that you cannot do as well before or after, like exploring projects on a whim.

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Sam Altman

11/09/24

@ Y Combinator

Your 20s are often an apprenticeship, and you may not know what you're preparing for until later in life.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

12/05/24

@ Y Combinator

Living your 20s to the fullest means doing the most hardcore things early in your career, as it's easier to mellow out later than to ramp up ambition after being too relaxed.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

12/05/24

@ Y Combinator

If you want to change your life, consider changing your environment, including where you work and live, as your 20s are a great time for making significant decisions that primarily affect you.

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Scott Galloway

07/11/24

@ The Diary Of A CEO

In your 20s, leverage your flexibility and time to take risks, discover your talents, and focus on becoming an owner rather than just an earner.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

05/18/24

@ Y Combinator

Your 20s are the ideal time to work hard and build something impactful, as hard work compounds over time, leading to substantial rewards later in life.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

12/05/24

@ Y Combinator

Investments made in your 20s, whether good or bad, tend to have long-lasting effects on your life, so it's crucial to make thoughtful choices during this decade.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

12/05/24

@ Y Combinator

It's essential to intentionally delay gratification in your 20s to leave room for future opportunities and avoid the trap of constantly seeking immediate rewards.