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Mark Zuckerberg

10/25/13

@ Y Combinator

The most successful companies are those that create something valuable rather than just imitating others in the market.

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Mark Zuckerberg at Startup School 2012

@ Y Combinator

10/25/13

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Y Combinator Cast

07/01/23

@ Y Combinator

Founders should focus on creating valuable products rather than superficially copying successful companies.

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Tikhon Bernstam

09/09/17

@ Y Combinator

Second-time founders often feel pressure to come up with a genius idea, but the best startups usually succeed by simply doing something better than existing options.

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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.

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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.

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David Senra

12/17/24

@ Chris Williamson

The best companies solve problems better than anyone else, which is why they succeed and thrive in the market.

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Karri Saarinen

06/05/25

@ FirstRoundCapital

Startups often make the mistake of trying to emulate other companies; instead, they should do the opposite of what competitors are doing.

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Dalton Caldwell

06/01/19

@ Y Combinator

Many successful startups serve markets that have never been served before or charge more than their direct competitors, indicating a strong value proposition.

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Eric Migicovsky

10/13/18

@ Y Combinator

Building a great product is the most effective way to create a competitive advantage, rather than relying on patents, which are rarely successful for startups.

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Y Combinator Cast

05/18/24

@ Y Combinator

You should focus on creating something that people want rather than just trying to start a startup; this mindset is crucial for success.