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Y Combinator Cast

08/23/24

@ Y Combinator

Public market companies must deliver consistent earnings, as missing a report can lead to stock declines and employee unrest, which distracts from long-term goals.

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Are We In An AI Hype Cycle?

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Are We In An AI Hype Cycle?

08/23/24

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Peter Singlehurst

03/19/25

@ 20VC with Harry Stebbings

It's really hard to be a public company due to reporting requirements and misaligned shareholder interests.

Avni Patel Thompson

01/31/19

@ Y Combinator

Keeping investors closely updated through monthly reports is crucial, especially during tough times, as it helps maintain transparency and accountability.

Y Combinator Cast

08/23/24

@ Y Combinator

Public markets may initially react irrationally, but over time, they tend to reflect the underlying financial health of companies, emphasizing the importance of profitability and customer retention.

Russ Roberts

08/07/19

@ Y Combinator

The stock market's expectations can create a treadmill effect for founders, where they feel pressured to achieve continuous growth, often leading to a loss of focus on their original mission.

Ray Dalio

02/07/25

@ Peter H. Diamandis

Investing in character and reputation is vital; a company can fail, but maintaining integrity is crucial for future opportunities.

Sam Altman

05/02/17

@ Y Combinator

When a startup is failing, it's important to communicate openly with investors and ensure that employees are not left in the dark.

Y Combinator Cast

01/27/22

@ Y Combinator

Taking money from investors comes with accountability; if a startup fails to deliver, it can lead to lasting damage to the founder's reputation.

Y Combinator Cast

12/17/21

@ Y Combinator

Investors are generally incentivized to encourage companies to grow quickly, which can lead to misalignment of incentives if a company is profitable but not growing fast enough.

Drew Houston

02/24/17

@ Y Combinator

Going public introduces operational overhead due to compliance and regulatory requirements, which can distract from focusing on customers and products.