During the pandemic, many startup ideas emerged from trends like Wall Street Bets, where individuals sought to capitalize on momentary market opportunities.

Despite the pandemic, the venture capital world has adapted well to remote investing, showing resilience and a quick return to business as usual.

Startups that survive the pandemic and can raise Series A and B funding will be well-positioned to capitalize on the shift to digital that has been accelerated by the pandemic.

When looking for startup ideas, consider recent changes in the world that may have created new opportunities, such as the behavioral shifts caused by the pandemic.

The pandemic has fundamentally changed the landscape of digital interaction, leading to long-lasting shifts in how businesses operate online.

The economic downturn has prompted Y Combinator founders to take a sober look at their situations, assessing whether their strategies are beneficial for their businesses rather than just for investors.

During the pandemic, we faced significant challenges, but we emerged stronger. We learned to focus on efficiency and maintain a startup mentality, which helped us navigate the crisis successfully.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, while new user signups dropped significantly, our existing revenue streams remained stable, leading to slower revenue growth rather than declines.

I pitched 75 investors for funding, but we faced rejection after rejection, which made me cynical about fundraising, especially during a time when no one was investing in consumer-driven businesses.