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Paul Graham

03/19/17

@ Y Combinator

The key to success in startups is domain expertise, which comes from genuine interest rather than ulterior motives.

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Before the Startup with Paul Graham (How to Start a Startup 2014: Lecture 3)

@ Y Combinator

Before the Startup with Paul Graham (How to Start a Startup 2014: Lecture 3)

03/19/17

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Y Combinator Cast

06/01/16

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Being a domain expert who identifies a problem and has a solution indicates passion and drive, which are essential for long-term commitment to a startup.

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Jessica Livingston

06/27/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

Having deep domain expertise is crucial for founders, as it often leads to fewer pivots and a better understanding of the problems they are solving.

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Paul Graham

03/19/17

@ Y Combinator

What you need to succeed in a startup is not expertise in startups, but expertise in your own users.

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Paul Graham

03/19/17

@ Y Combinator

The best way to prepare for a startup is to pursue genuinely interesting problems, as this aligns with your natural curiosity and passion.

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Y Combinator Cast

05/18/24

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

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Garry Tan

05/21/25

@ Vanta

The ability to succeed in startups is increasingly determined by founders' understanding of customer needs rather than their technical skills.

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Y Combinator Cast

01/03/17

@ Y Combinator

If you want to start a startup, you should just start now instead of waiting to become a domain expert. You can become an expert while working on your idea.

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Y Combinator Cast

06/01/16

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I look for founders who have known each other for a while and are solving a problem they personally face, as being a domain expert is crucial for success.

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Y Combinator Cast

04/18/24

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Building expertise is essential when starting a startup; you need to develop your knowledge rather than rely solely on existing expertise.