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Y Combinator Cast

12/01/23

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The quality of your engineering talent significantly impacts your startup's ability to pivot and respond to challenges, regardless of external factors like funding or office space.

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How To Build A Tech Startup With No Technical Skills

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How To Build A Tech Startup With No Technical Skills

12/01/23

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Sam Altman

07/30/18

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The quality of the founders and early employees at a startup is a critical determinant of its success.

Ammon Bartram

05/18/17

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For early-stage startups, it's crucial to decide what type of engineer you need based on what is holding your company back, whether it's productivity or security issues.

Reshma Shetty

07/11/18

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Your startup's success hinges on applying pressure for efficiency, which extends your runway and increases your options as you grow.

Y Combinator Cast

07/22/23

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The experience of Founders is critical in determining the success of a startup, as they can adapt and pivot effectively based on their excitement and suitability for the idea.

Y Combinator Cast

12/01/23

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Having a strong technical co-founder can make your startup unstoppable, especially if they are as committed and skilled as a top engineer.

Harj Taggar

11/02/22

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Resilience is the most important quality for startup founders, as it helps them push through the initial struggles and rejections.

Harj Taggar

09/26/18

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As you build your company, focus on bringing in the right engineering team to ensure your success.

Y Combinator Cast

11/01/17

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Building team chemistry is crucial for effectiveness, especially in a startup environment where challenges are frequent.

Y Combinator Cast

12/01/23

@ Y Combinator

Starting a company with a team of business people often leads to hiring lower-quality engineers, which compounds future hiring challenges.