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Paul Buchheit

07/31/14

@ Y Combinator

Ambitious ideas within a startup can create an environment where it feels like you're going to take over the world.

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Paul Buchheit

@ Y Combinator

07/31/14

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Y Combinator Cast

02/08/25

@ Y Combinator

Founders should aim to think bigger when starting a startup, as many begin with small, inconsequential ideas. By expanding their vision, they can create solutions that significantly impact the world.

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Sam Altman

08/30/18

@ Y Combinator

An ambitious vision is important for attracting talent and interest; it should evolve organically over time to keep people engaged and excited about the startup's mission.

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Paul Graham

03/19/17

@ Y Combinator

If you start a startup, it will take over your life to a degree that you cannot imagine, and if it succeeds, it will dominate your life for years.

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Y Combinator Cast

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

Having a strong commitment to your startup can lead to infectious passion, allowing you to inspire others to share your vision.

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Theodoric Chew

04/21/25

@ EO

Having a mix of ambition and naivety can empower entrepreneurs to take bold steps that they might not otherwise consider.

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Jessica Livingston

07/11/18

@ Y Combinator

Be bold and willing to work on ideas that others might consider foolish, as this boldness is often necessary for startup founders.

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Garry Tan

06/13/25

@ Garry Tan

Imagine leading your startup with the qualities you admire in others; that could unlock new creativity and foster a better culture.

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Theodoric Chew

04/21/25

@ EO

Having a huge amount of ambition and a good amount of naivety helps entrepreneurs get started; that dreamer within you enables bolder actions that others might avoid.

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Jessica Livingston

07/25/17

@ Y Combinator

The most common path for really big startups involves founders working on ideas that seem unpromising at first but blossom into something significant, driven by their commitment and vision.