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Kevin Hale

07/03/19

@ Y Combinator

Investors primarily look for great teams and well-thought-out ideas; having a compelling story can be just as important as traction when seeking funding.

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Updates for Startup School 2019 and Office Hours with Kevin Hale

@ Y Combinator

Updates for Startup School 2019 and Office Hours with Kevin Hale

07/03/19

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Michael Seibel

06/22/17

@ Y Combinator

Investors look for transformative ideas and significant market opportunities; simply having a neat business idea is not enough to attract venture capital.

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Ron Conway

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

It's crucial to understand the story behind a startup's founding, as a compelling and personal narrative can significantly influence investor interest.

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Y Combinator Cast

05/21/16

@ Y Combinator

Telling a compelling story about how you plan to build a multi-billion dollar company is essential when pitching to institutional funds.

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Geoff Ralston

10/11/18

@ Y Combinator

The story of your startup must be interesting and believable, representing a large opportunity that investors can envision as successful.

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Aydin Senkut

04/16/25

@ EO

A founder's ability to tell a compelling story is crucial for attracting customers and talent, especially during challenging times.

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Dalton Caldwell

05/13/23

@ Y Combinator

I look for something unique or impressive in applications, whether it's the founders, traction, or the idea itself, to help tell a compelling story.

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Ilkka Paananen

04/03/25

@ a16z speedrun

When pitching to investors, it's crucial to communicate a bold vision and demonstrate that your team is capable of executing it, rather than focusing on exit strategies.

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Erika Jensen

08/17/17

@ Y Combinator

Storytelling is crucial in fundraising, especially in the early phases, to resonate with investors and convey the business's potential.

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Ooshma Garg

09/08/18

@ Y Combinator

When pitching to investors, it's important to focus on the potential for significant growth rather than hedging against failure; confidence in your vision is key.