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Y Combinator Cast

02/08/25

@ Y Combinator

When pivoting, founders should consider their areas of expertise, as this can lead to more viable startup ideas that align with their unique skills and experiences.

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How To Get AI Startup Ideas

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How To Get AI Startup Ideas

02/08/25

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Garry Tan

05/21/25

@ Vanta

Recent pivots in startups often involve founders shifting from ideas they think they should pursue to those they know intimately, leading to more successful outcomes.

Reid Hoffman

07/08/22

@ Greylock

Pivots are essential for startups, whether it's to find product-market fit early on or to reinvent the company later for sustained success.

Y Combinator Cast

07/22/23

@ Y Combinator

Successful pivots often occur when founders are ahead of consensus and willing to explore new ideas despite initial doubts.

Dalton Caldwell

08/30/19

@ Y Combinator

Following best practices when pivoting is recommended, and being scientific about the process can significantly increase the chances of your startup's success.

Y Combinator Cast

07/22/23

@ Y Combinator

Pivoting means changing your startup idea; if you're not making something people want, you need to change your idea or your startup will fail.

Reid Hoffman

07/08/22

@ Greylock

Pivots are a common aspect of entrepreneurship; successful entrepreneurs learn from their experiences and adapt their strategies accordingly.

Reid Hoffman

07/08/22

@ Greylock

Pivots are essential to entrepreneurship because they help companies adapt and find product-market fit, whether in the early stages or later on.

Y Combinator Cast

02/08/25

@ Y Combinator

To discover great startup ideas, founders should either introspect on their unique skills or actively engage with different industries and communities outside their immediate environment.

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.