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Paul Buchheit

07/31/14

@ Y Combinator

If we genuinely care about and believe in our mission, the difficult times take on a more heroic quality.

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Paul Buchheit

@ Y Combinator

07/31/14

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Chandan Lodha

04/03/24

@ Y Combinator

We got through tough times by taking a long-term view on our mission and ensuring it improves users' lives in a meaningful way.

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Steve Huffman

09/26/24

@ Sequoia Capital

Despite facing numerous crises, we've always managed to navigate through them, reminding ourselves of our mission and the importance of our work.

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Joe Lonsdale

04/12/25

@ Joe Lonsdale

Great leaders possess a mission mindset, inspiring their teams to persevere through challenges and uncertainties.

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Danae Ringelmann

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

Our first employee recognized that we persevered through tough times because we were passionate about our mission, which is essential for success.

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Travis Kalanick

04/11/25

@ Peter H. Diamandis

In the face of challenges, it's important to assess whether you still believe in your mission, if you're the right person for it, and if continuing is causing you harm.

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Anatoly Yakovenko

06/13/25

@ a16z crypto

The key to maintaining morale during tough times is ensuring that team members feel they are making a difference and that their work is impactful.

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Chris Bumstead

07/11/23

@ Chris Williamson

You have to be passionate about what you do to push through the tough times; it's about having a purpose behind your actions.

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Joe Lonsdale Cast

05/28/25

@ Joe Lonsdale

Mission-driven cultures are challenging to create, but they are incredibly rewarding. When a company has a real mission, it fosters a sense of purpose among its employees.

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Nate Blecharczyk

10/26/13

@ Y Combinator

During our hardest times, we realized we needed to give our all before considering quitting, and we sought advice to help us focus and persevere.