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Kathryn Minshew

03/13/14

@ Y Combinator

Don't believe the hype surrounding startups; focus on understanding your users and providing them with something they truly need and love.

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Kathryn Minshew at Female Founders Conference 2014

@ Y Combinator

Kathryn Minshew at Female Founders Conference 2014

03/13/14

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Sam Altman

05/06/15

@ Platzi Team

Startups need to build a product that users love, focusing on a few passionate users rather than a large number of indifferent ones.

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Kathryn Minshew

06/20/14

@ Y Combinator

You cannot believe the hype; focus on your product and your users rather than comparing yourself to others' successes.

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Sam Altman

05/06/15

@ Platzi Team

Most startups fail to create something that users truly love; they often settle for products that users merely like.

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Y Combinator Cast

05/18/24

@ Y Combinator

You should focus on creating something that people want rather than just trying to start a startup; this mindset is crucial for success.

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Sam Altman

07/30/18

@ Y Combinator

It's important to evaluate startups based on whether they have a small number of users who truly love the product, rather than just a large user base.

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Y Combinator Cast

08/18/23

@ Y Combinator

The purpose of your startup is to solve real problems, not just to raise money or gain status. Stay focused on creating value for your customers.

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Y Combinator Cast

06/20/14

@ Y Combinator

Startups should focus on creating a product that employees love and that helps them understand their market value, rather than trying to cater to both employees and employers simultaneously.

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Emmett Shear

04/22/17

@ Y Combinator

When starting a startup, it's crucial to talk to users rather than just relying on your own experiences, as most startups are not built solely for the founders.

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Harj Taggar

02/08/21

@ Y Combinator

Emphasize to candidates that startups don't waste time on projects that get shut down; everything they do will directly impact real users and customers, which is a fulfilling experience.