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Michael Seibel

09/06/18

@ Y Combinator

Our startup's success was tied to our ego; failing meant failing at life, which motivated us to persevere.

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Michael Seibel - Building Product

@ Y Combinator

09/06/18

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Chase Adam

06/20/14

@ Y Combinator

We realized that we weren't alone in our struggles; other startups faced similar challenges, and persistence was key to success.

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Adora Cheung

07/31/14

@ Y Combinator

I believe that perseverance is key in startups; you only fail if you stop trying, and it's important to learn from setbacks without letting them overwhelm you.

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Emmett Shear

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

When we started, all we had was a determination not to give up, despite lacking the necessary skills for success in startups.

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Ben Silbermann

11/09/16

@ Y Combinator

The biggest risk for a startup is the founders becoming discouraged and burning out, which can be exacerbated by tying personal worth to the company's success.

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Geoff Ralston

07/19/19

@ Y Combinator

The story of your startup is essential; it nourishes you and keeps you motivated through challenges and setbacks.

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Geoff Ralston

07/19/19

@ Y Combinator

Startups are incredibly difficult, and without a strong narrative to motivate you during tough times, you risk quitting and ultimately failing.

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Paul Buchheit

07/31/14

@ Y Combinator

It's a mistake to sacrifice your life for a startup you don't care about in pursuit of an external success that may never come.

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Garry Tan

06/13/25

@ Garry Tan

Your startup's success is directly tied to your growth as a founder; if you're holding yourself back, it's like driving with a parking brake on.

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Garry Tan

06/08/23

@ Y Combinator

In 2010, despite two years of rapid growth, I failed to accept that our startup's growth had plateaued, which ultimately led to our downfall.