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Y Combinator Cast

02/06/24

@ Y Combinator

Building a successful small business can be just as valuable as a venture-backed startup, and it can generate millions of dollars without needing venture capital.

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Should Your Startup Bootstrap or Raise Venture Capital?

@ Y Combinator

Should Your Startup Bootstrap or Raise Venture Capital?

02/06/24

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Not every business needs to fundraise; many successful companies have built profitability without raising money.

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It's acceptable to pursue ideas that don't require venture capital, as most businesses don't need it to succeed.

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In 2024, startups can generate tens of millions of dollars within 24 months, often without needing to raise significant capital.

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While many startups may not succeed, they are often just one decision away from significant breakthroughs, unlike working on projects in large companies that may never see the light of day.

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Historically, successful companies were built with much smaller seed rounds, indicating that the current funding environment may be skewed and that adequate funding can still lead to success.

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Some businesses genuinely require upfront capital to succeed, and venture capital can provide that necessary funding when other options are limited.

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Startups can succeed against larger companies by identifying ideas that sound bad but are actually good, as they can often secure a 'yes' from investors more easily than large companies can get consensus.

Harvard Innovation Labs Cast

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A successful business model can create a perfect storm for startups, making it difficult for competitors to catch up if you target an untapped market effectively.

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For a startup to be successful, it often has to be something that larger companies would dismiss as unimportant or stupid, as they wouldn't overlook obvious opportunities.