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Aydin Senkut

04/16/25

@ EO

Consistency and persistence are vital for startups; small incremental progress can compound into significant achievements over time.

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From Google’s First PM to Backing 50 Unicorns — One Simple Rule | Felicis, Aydin Senkut

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From Google’s First PM to Backing 50 Unicorns — One Simple Rule | Felicis, Aydin Senkut

04/16/25

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Emmett Shear

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

Persistence is key in startups; even if your first idea fails, keep iterating and you will eventually find something that works.

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Emmett Shear

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

The most important thing in startups is to stick with it and not give up, as persistence is the only way to succeed.

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Ryan Petersen

08/30/18

@ Y Combinator

Success compounds over time; small wins can lead to significant opportunities, such as gaining investment or building a strong team.

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Sam Altman

08/30/18

@ Y Combinator

Startups should focus on maintaining momentum, especially in the early years, as it drives results beyond what the team believes they can achieve.

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Adora Cheung

07/31/14

@ Y Combinator

I believe that perseverance is key in startups; you only fail if you stop trying, and it's important to learn from setbacks without letting them overwhelm you.

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Parker Conrad

09/10/24

@ The Social Radars Podcast

Despite the ups and downs, I believe that tenacity is key to overcoming challenges in the startup world.

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Gustaf Alstromer

09/12/18

@ Y Combinator

It's important to be intentional about growth; without a focus on it, startups can struggle to achieve their potential.

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Claire McDonnell

04/20/18

@ Y Combinator

The way to build a strong company culture is through small, consistent investments every day, which can actually insulate a startup from existential threats.

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Reid Hoffman

11/05/14

@ YC Root Access

Confidence in your vision is key; even if progress is slow, believing in the necessity of your product can help maintain persistence.