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YC

Y Combinator Cast

09/24/24

@ Y Combinator

The technique of addressing problems directly with individual contributors helps cut through bureaucracy and understand issues better.

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YC

What Founder Mode Really Means

@ Y Combinator

09/24/24

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Aravind Srinivas

02/22/25

@ Y Combinator

To avoid becoming a big, slow company, we focus on maintaining a culture where everyone feels comfortable raising bugs and discussing issues directly.

JW

Jeff Weinstein

07/11/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

Maintaining a focus on the most critical problems rather than getting distracted by less important issues can lead to more effective problem-solving and better outcomes for the team.

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Rory Sutherland

01/23/24

@ Chris Williamson

Political problems are often best addressed by focusing on small, manageable issues rather than attempting to tackle larger, more contentious debates directly.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/03/23

@ Y Combinator

People prefer to communicate directly with the founders of companies and feel valued and heard, which is something large corporations struggle to provide.

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Kalam Dennis

12/15/18

@ Y Combinator

Conflict management is essential; we address issues directly during one-on-ones and performance reviews.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

09/24/24

@ Y Combinator

Founders facing challenges with bureaucracy should discuss their experiences, as they may find others share similar issues, regardless of company size.

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Anatoly Yakovenko

06/13/25

@ a16z crypto

Keeping a small team during downturns can eliminate politics and unhappiness, as everyone feels they are making an impact and can contribute to fixing problems.

JW

Jeff Weinstein

07/11/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

I prioritize direct communication with customers, often leaving meetings to respond to their messages, which provides invaluable feedback.

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Jeff Weinstein

07/11/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

I actively seek customer feedback by reaching out directly, which helps me understand their needs and avoid building products that don't address real issues.