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Y Combinator Cast

06/21/24

@ Y Combinator

Building a business that can thrive in bad economic conditions will make it even more successful when times are good.

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What Is ZIRP And How Did It Poison Startups?

@ Y Combinator

What Is ZIRP And How Did It Poison Startups?

06/21/24

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Ray Dalio

02/07/25

@ Peter H. Diamandis

Timing is crucial for a successful company; surviving downturns to be present during upturns is essential for long-term success.

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Chandan Lodha

04/03/24

@ Y Combinator

Building crypto companies is challenging, but using the downturns intelligently can help you emerge as a stronger company.

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Dalton Caldwell

06/09/22

@ Y Combinator

Some of the best companies funded by Y Combinator were founded during downturns, indicating that challenging times can lead to successful startups.

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Alfred Lin

07/31/14

@ Y Combinator

Building a business that people think can't be done can lead to less competition in the early days, allowing for necessary pivots and learning.

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Mark Cuban

03/30/24

@ Lex Fridman

Even when business ideas are bad, the courage to step up and believe in oneself is what truly matters.

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Reid Hoffman

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

Historically, many game-changing companies are founded during downturns because they have the time to aggregate talent and develop their ideas without excessive noise.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

02/06/24

@ Y Combinator

Building a successful small business can be just as valuable as a venture-backed startup, and it can generate millions of dollars without needing venture capital.

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Harvard Innovation Labs Cast

02/02/14

@ Harvard Innovation Labs

A successful business model can create a perfect storm for startups, making it difficult for competitors to catch up if you target an untapped market effectively.

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Adora Cheung

02/24/15

@ Y Combinator

Timing is crucial; you need to assess if it's the right time to build your business based on current trends.