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Casey Neistat

11/01/17

@ Y Combinator

In fundraising and creative work, the most consistent factor in success is relentless effort and tenacity.

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Casey Neistat and Matt Hackett on Live Video's Struggle for Interestingness

@ Y Combinator

Casey Neistat and Matt Hackett on Live Video's Struggle for Interestingness

11/01/17

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Y Combinator Cast

08/21/24

@ Y Combinator

Desperation is hard to hide, especially in fundraising; a calm, take-it-or-leave-it attitude is more effective than frantic behavior.

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Geoff Ralston

10/11/18

@ Y Combinator

While fundraising, you will hear 'no' a lot and reasons why your startup may not succeed, but you should never believe that; resilience and belief in your vision are crucial.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

The best founders are extremely focused and persistent, often trying different approaches until they succeed.

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Casey Neistat

11/01/17

@ Y Combinator

The key to success is brute force and hard work, along with an unwillingness to accept failure.

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Geoff Ralston

10/11/18

@ Y Combinator

The most important aspect of fundraising is to get it done so you can focus on building your company.

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Emmett Shear

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

The most important thing in startups is to stick with it and not give up, as persistence is the only way to succeed.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

09/18/18

@ Y Combinator

Grit and tenacity are essential qualities in founders; it's not just about having the best product but about outlasting challenges.

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Richard W. Hamming

08/26/12

@ securitylectures

Constant hard work is essential for success; the most capable individuals work diligently and are always engaged with their problems.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/09/21

@ Y Combinator

Determination is the most important quality for a founder, as achieving any success will require at least a decade of hard work.