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Paul Buchheit

03/07/18

@ Y Combinator

The founders are critical to a startup's success; I evaluate them based on their communication skills and depth of understanding.

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Paul Buchheit - Startup Investor School Day 2

@ Y Combinator

Paul Buchheit - Startup Investor School Day 2

03/07/18

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Sam Altman

07/30/18

@ Y Combinator

The quality of the founders and early employees at a startup is a critical determinant of its success.

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Geoff Ralston

02/07/18

@ Y Combinator

When assessing a startup, I look for the founder's passion and resilience, as these traits are crucial for overcoming challenges in building a company.

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Y Combinator Cast

07/22/23

@ Y Combinator

The experience of Founders is critical in determining the success of a startup, as they can adapt and pivot effectively based on their excitement and suitability for the idea.

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Kat Mañalac

03/17/17

@ Y Combinator

When evaluating applications, we look at how well the founders know each other and their history together, as a strong relationship is crucial for co-founding teams.

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Paul Buchheit

03/07/18

@ Y Combinator

When evaluating founders, I look for their willingness to act decisively and quickly, rather than delaying for complex plans.

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Jessica Livingston

06/27/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

Co-founders must get along well; many startups fail due to disputes between co-founders, so I look for signs of a strong working relationship during interviews.

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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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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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Jessica Livingston

02/24/15

@ Y Combinator

My co-founders are excellent at judging technical ideas, but I'm the one who assesses character, which has been crucial for Y Combinator's success.