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Emmett Shear

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

The most important thing in startups is to stick with it and not give up, as persistence is the only way to succeed.

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Emmett Shear at Startup School SV 2014

@ Y Combinator

10/15/14

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Adora Cheung

07/31/14

@ Y Combinator

I believe that perseverance is key in startups; you only fail if you stop trying, and it's important to learn from setbacks without letting them overwhelm you.

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Emmett Shear

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

Persistence is key in startups; even if your first idea fails, keep iterating and you will eventually find something that works.

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Nirav Patel

05/20/25

@ EO

The key lesson is to not give up; resiliency is the most important trait in a startup, and you must be willing to keep finding solutions.

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Aydin Senkut

04/16/25

@ EO

Consistency and persistence are vital for startups; small incremental progress can compound into significant achievements over time.

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Sam Altman

05/02/17

@ Y Combinator

The primary reason startups fail is that founders give up. It's crucial to manage your psychology to avoid quitting prematurely, even when faced with challenges.

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Peter H. Diamandis

05/31/25

@ Peter H. Diamandis

At my abundance summit, I discussed the importance of knowing when to give up on a startup, emphasizing that persistence is key unless you lose belief in your mission.

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Parker Conrad

09/10/24

@ The Social Radars Podcast

Despite the ups and downs, I believe that tenacity is key to overcoming challenges in the startup world.

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Jessica Livingston

07/11/18

@ Y Combinator

Don't let rejection hold you back; persistence is essential in the startup journey, as you'll face many rejections along the way.

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Paul Buchheit

03/07/18

@ Y Combinator

Determination is the most important trait in a startup founder; without it, they may give up when faced with challenges.