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Michael Seibel

06/02/24

@ Startup Istanbul

For Silicon Valley investors, growth is the primary metric for determining whether to invest, more so than team or past experience.

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Everything We Teach at YCombinator in 10 Minutes

@ Startup Istanbul

Everything We Teach at YCombinator in 10 Minutes

06/02/24

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Michael Seibel

05/07/22

@ Y Combinator

Investors are biased towards metrics that may not prioritize the startup's survival, focusing instead on growth and revenue.

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Justin Kan

11/03/18

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Silicon Valley has matured, and many people now come for stability and a great career trajectory. If you want those things, you should not join a startup.

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Jeff Lawson

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Reputation is the most important thing in Silicon Valley, not your idea or even if your current company worked.

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Investors in the Bay Area tend to be more optimistic because they have seen startups succeed, which can positively influence your own outlook on your venture.

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Jessica Livingston

06/27/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

In early-stage investing, the ability to evaluate founders effectively is a significant advantage, and this skill has been crucial to Y Combinator's success.

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Kevin Hale

07/03/19

@ Y Combinator

Investors primarily look for great teams and well-thought-out ideas; having a compelling story can be just as important as traction when seeking funding.

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Sam Altman

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In Silicon Valley, the default response to a new startup idea is excitement and curiosity about its potential, unlike in many other places where skepticism prevails.

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Sequoia Capital Cast

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The Silicon Valley mentality emphasizes a win-win attitude, focusing on creating value together rather than just dividing existing resources.

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The true reason startups congregate in Silicon Valley is the culture of ambition and support, rather than just transactional factors like proximity to investors or employees.