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Paul Graham

03/19/17

@ Y Combinator

There are things you can do in your early 20s that you cannot do as well before or after, like exploring projects on a whim.

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Before the Startup with Paul Graham (How to Start a Startup 2014: Lecture 3)

@ Y Combinator

Before the Startup with Paul Graham (How to Start a Startup 2014: Lecture 3)

03/19/17

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Your 20s are the first time you can truly follow your own plan, separate from your parents' expectations, and it's important to question that plan.

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Your 20s are often an apprenticeship, and you may not know what you're preparing for until later in life.

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Your 20s are the ideal time to work hard and build something impactful, as hard work compounds over time, leading to substantial rewards later in life.

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In college, you have the amazing flexibility to explore different hobbies and projects, which most people take for granted.

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In your 20s, leverage your flexibility and time to take risks, discover your talents, and focus on becoming an owner rather than just an earner.

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Many people in their 20s are told to avoid risks, but doing something perceived as risky, like starting a business, can lead to significant personal growth.

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Paul Graham

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@ Y Combinator

If you start a startup at 20 and it is successful, you will miss out on experiences that are valuable for personal growth.