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Mayur Kamat

05/22/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

Don't take on projects that will take six months to a year to complete, as you often lose control over the macro environment during that time.

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Unconventional product lessons from Binance, N26, Google, more | Mayur Kamat (CPO at N26)

@ Lenny's Podcast

Unconventional product lessons from Binance, N26, Google, more | Mayur Kamat (CPO at N26)

05/22/25

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Mayur Kamat

05/22/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

Don't take on projects that will take six months to a year because you generally don't have control over the macro environment.

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Taylor Otwell

06/13/25

@ EO

If you fail, it's better to fail early in the process rather than after investing months into a project.

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Kevin Hale

03/25/17

@ Y Combinator

Avoid pursuing multiple product directions simultaneously, as this can lead to wasted time and resources; focus on small, manageable projects instead.

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Ben Silbermann

10/25/13

@ Y Combinator

Making things can take a long time; I learned that committing to a project is crucial for success.

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Avni Patel Thompson

03/03/18

@ Y Combinator

If you don't have four weeks to dedicate to a project, you likely have more time than you think; it's about prioritizing and focusing on what matters.

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Ryan Singer

03/30/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

When shaping a project, we focus on what we can realistically achieve within our time budget, allowing for meaningful progress without overextending ourselves.

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Daniel Lereya

04/27/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

Spending more time on a project doesn't always yield better results; sometimes, setting time constraints can lead to more focused and effective outcomes.

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Eric Migicovsky

10/13/18

@ Y Combinator

If you're not confident in your ability to deliver a product within a certain timeframe, you should avoid using crowdfunding platforms that are heavily focused on shipping.

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Dylan Field

03/13/25

@ Y Combinator

In today's fast-paced environment, founders should move quickly and avoid lengthy development cycles unless absolutely necessary.