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Jessica Mah

03/13/14

@ Y Combinator

My mentor Steve Blank advised me not to be afraid to pivot when things weren't working out, which led me to reconsider our approach to the business.

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Jessica Mah at Female Founders Conference 2014

@ Y Combinator

Jessica Mah at Female Founders Conference 2014

03/13/14

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Danielle Morrill

02/24/15

@ Y Combinator

We decided to stop working on our initial business model and pivot to something else, which involved a lot of difficult decisions, including letting go of our team.

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Ron Conway

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

Young founders often make the mistake of not admitting when their product isn't gaining traction. It's crucial to recognize when an idea isn't working and pivot accordingly.

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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.

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Dalton Caldwell

08/30/19

@ Y Combinator

Founders often know when their idea isn't working but may try to maintain a facade of success; if you can't convince yourself, it's a good time to pivot.

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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.

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Garry Tan

06/08/23

@ Y Combinator

When faced with a harsh reality, like a startup's decline, it's essential to change your understanding and adapt your business model accordingly.

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Jessica Mah

03/13/14

@ Y Combinator

My co-founder and I never discussed failure or what-if scenarios, which helped us focus on moving forward without fear.

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Reid Hoffman

07/08/22

@ Greylock

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

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Jason Citron

11/25/24

@ 20VC with Harry Stebbings

Investors were supportive when I decided to pivot from our game store after realizing it wasn't worth the investment, showing their confidence in our ability to figure things out.