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YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

The best founders are those who truly understand the problem they are solving, which drives their persistence even in tough times.

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YC

Elad Gil and Pejman Nozad - Startup Investor School Day 3

@ Y Combinator

Elad Gil and Pejman Nozad - Startup Investor School Day 3

03/09/18

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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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Pejman Nozad

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

I believe the best founders are those who have a personal connection to the problem they are solving, rather than just chasing trends.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

06/01/16

@ Y Combinator

Great startups are founded by great founders, and perseverance is a key trait that shows a founder's dedication to their idea, even through hard times.

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.

DC

Dalton Caldwell

04/18/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

Successful founders often have a deep internal belief that they will make their company work, even when faced with challenges.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

01/27/22

@ Y Combinator

The best founders demonstrate discipline by consistently doing the right thing, even when not pressured by external circumstances.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

06/01/16

@ Y Combinator

When founders stick to an idea for a long time, it demonstrates their perseverance, which is crucial in the challenging startup environment.

RC

Ron Conway

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

The best founders are not in it for the money; they focus on making a great product, and their company's success is a byproduct of that dedication.

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Jessica Livingston

05/04/17

@ Y Combinator

The most important quality you can have as a founder is determination; many smart and talented founders fail because they can't stick with it when things get tough.