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YC

Y Combinator Cast

01/13/21

@ Y Combinator

Young startups often feel the urge to do everything at once, which can lead to distractions from their core mission.

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2021 YC Top Companies on Their Startup Journey

@ Y Combinator

2021 YC Top Companies on Their Startup Journey

01/13/21

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YC

Y Combinator Cast

12/27/24

@ Y Combinator

During the Y Combinator batch, founders often become super focused on growth and scaling, but they can get distracted by numerous tasks that don't contribute to their core goals.

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Paul Graham

03/19/17

@ Y Combinator

Young founders often go through the motions of starting a startup without focusing on the essential task of making something people want.

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Bret Taylor

05/08/25

@ Sequoia Capital

Many startups waste resources on non-core activities, which detracts from their ability to focus on selling products and differentiating themselves in the market.

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Y Combinator Cast

02/13/25

@ Y Combinator

Founders often feel pressured to appear larger and more established, leading them to spend on unnecessary roles and functions that distract from their core mission.

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Dalton Caldwell

03/22/24

@ Y Combinator

Thinking like a VC often involves analyzing markets and trends, which can distract founders from focusing on their unique startup vision.

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Paul Buchheit

07/17/19

@ Y Combinator

Being absolutely 100% focused on your startup's mission is a significant advantage over larger companies, which often juggle multiple priorities.

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Michael Seibel

08/17/19

@ Y Combinator

First-time founders often make the mistake of solving problems they don't care about, which can lead to a loss of motivation and ultimately failure.

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Michael Seibel

02/16/24

@ Y Combinator

Some founders attempt to disprove established startup advice while trying to help their customers, which can lead to unnecessary complications and distract from their primary mission.

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Michael Seibel

03/03/22

@ Y Combinator

Overthinking can be a founder's biggest mistake, leading to stress and indecision due to the lack of constraints and guidance in a startup environment.