I advise companies going to Y Combinator to leverage the connections and mentorship available there to craft growth strategies for their solid products.

Applying to Y Combinator is worth it because it helps you organize and clarify your startup ideas through the application questions, which can lead to valuable insights.

The guidance from Y Combinator partners is invaluable, as they have built successful companies and know how to scale a business effectively.

At Y Combinator, we advise against starting with a solution in search of a problem. Instead, focus on identifying real problems that need solving, which will lead to more efficient growth.

We assess our performance at Y Combinator by reflecting on our feelings about past batches and implementing programs to help companies raise Series A funding more effectively.

I suggest that founders should apply to Y Combinator if they resonate with my advice and want to start a company.

One surprising aspect of Y Combinator is how many successful startups are actually quite broken behind the scenes, which can be inspirational for those feeling discouraged about their own companies.

Many successful applicants to Y Combinator were not first-time applicants; getting comfortable with taking risks and applying even when you think you might not succeed is crucial for growth. Persistence shows character and can lead to success, so don't be afraid to pursue opportunities even if the odds seem low.

At Y Combinator, we help companies prepare for Series A by focusing on their revenue, which significantly enhances the perception of their ideas.