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Michael Seibel

09/10/22

@ Y Combinator

If you find yourself feeling drained after conversations with a founder, it may indicate that they are too pessimistic, affecting the morale of the team.

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The Two Mindsets That Can KILL Your Startup

@ Y Combinator

The Two Mindsets That Can KILL Your Startup

09/10/22

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Michael Seibel

09/10/22

@ Y Combinator

Talking to an overly optimistic founder can initially be exciting, but as the conversation continues, you may become confused about their lack of tangible progress or insights.

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Y Combinator Cast

05/20/22

@ Y Combinator

Many founders experience burnout due to people problems, realizing that managing a team can drain their energy instead of energizing them.

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Michael Seibel

09/10/22

@ Y Combinator

A stereotypical pessimistic founder often reacts to one painful experience by wanting to quit or change everything, feeling like everything bad is happening to them.

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Dalton Caldwell

04/18/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

Founders often lose hope when they feel like they're failing, which can lead to giving up too soon.

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Michael Seibel

09/10/22

@ Y Combinator

If you're too pessimistic, you might give up too early or expect things to be easier than they are, which can drain the energy of those around you.

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Erin Frey

06/03/17

@ Y Combinator

Stress, anxiety, and depression are common issues for founders due to the overwhelming uncertainty and pressure they face.

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Jennifer Kim

04/20/18

@ Y Combinator

Founders should prioritize their well-being, as being burnt out makes it difficult to lead a positive company culture.

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Michael Seibel

08/17/19

@ Y Combinator

Not having transparent conversations with your co-founders can create resentment and degrade relationships, which is critical for startup success.

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Ben Silbermann

11/09/16

@ Y Combinator

The biggest risk for a startup is the founders becoming discouraged and burning out, which can be exacerbated by tying personal worth to the company's success.