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Sam Altman

08/30/18

@ Y Combinator

Startups should target markets that are either starting to experience or are about to experience exponential growth, as this is crucial for long-term success.

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Sam Altman - How to Succeed with a Startup

@ Y Combinator

Sam Altman - How to Succeed with a Startup

08/30/18

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Alexandr Wang

06/18/25

@ Y Combinator

Startups should initially focus on narrow markets to gain momentum, but eventually need to identify and build towards infinite markets to achieve significant growth.

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Adora Cheung

08/01/19

@ Y Combinator

Startups should aim for exponential growth goals instead of linear goals to maximize their potential.

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Sam Altman

07/30/18

@ Y Combinator

Trust in exponential growth and momentum, as startups that are growing tend to continue growing if they maintain that momentum.

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Aydin Senkut

04/16/25

@ EO

We prioritize markets poised for great growth, as the right market can significantly increase a company's chances of success.

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Harvard Innovation Labs Cast

06/12/13

@ Harvard Innovation Labs

Startups should focus on a narrow market segment initially to avoid overwhelming themselves and to build a solid foundation for growth.

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Jared Friedman

11/18/22

@ Y Combinator

You need a big market for your startup, which typically means a billion-dollar market, or a small but rapidly growing market.

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Gustaf Alstromer

09/12/18

@ Y Combinator

Growth is essential for startups because it defines their potential to become significant in the market.

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Marc Andreessen

06/11/25

@ Uncapped with Jack Altman

Young people should seek out high-growth companies that have achieved product-market fit, as these environments offer the best opportunities for rapid personal and professional growth.

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Geoff Ralston

12/15/20

@ Y Combinator

Startups should focus on achieving product-market fit and ensure they have sufficient runway, rather than getting distracted by macroeconomic trends.