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Y Combinator Cast

03/21/25

@ Y Combinator

The relationship dynamics between co-founders can significantly impact the startup's success, as they make countless decisions together.

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How Top 1% Founders Navigate Co-founder Conflict

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How Top 1% Founders Navigate Co-founder Conflict

03/21/25

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Jessica Livingston

05/29/17

@ Y Combinator

Cofounder relationships are critical to a startup's success, and cofounder disputes can significantly harm productivity and morale.

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Y Combinator Cast

03/21/25

@ Y Combinator

It's essential to acknowledge that both co-founders are invested in the success of the startup, which can help mitigate conflicts.

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Sam Altman

03/18/17

@ Y Combinator

Choosing a co-founder is one of the most critical decisions for your startup; treat it with the same importance as hiring and avoid picking someone randomly or without a strong history together.

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Kat Mañalac

03/17/17

@ Y Combinator

It's important for co-founders to know how they will respond to each other during conflicts, as the co-founder relationship is as significant as a long-term romantic relationship.

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Jessica Livingston

10/25/13

@ Y Combinator

Founder relationships are crucial to a startup's success; founder breakups can severely impact productivity and morale.

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Tom Preston-Werner

10/25/13

@ Y Combinator

Having shared ideas and good communication among co-founders is vital for pushing a startup forward.

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Matthew Prince

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

It's important to have co-founders who cover different skill sets and trust each other, as this foundation is crucial for navigating the challenges of building a startup.

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Harj Taggar

09/27/24

@ Y Combinator

Startups are an emotional roller coaster, and having a co-founder who is equally invested can provide crucial support during tough times.

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Diane Greene

08/09/17

@ Y Combinator

Founders need to be solidly aligned, and a startup has a better chance of success with a limited number of founders; too many can complicate decision-making.