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Kevin Hale

07/26/19

@ Y Combinator

Your startup's unfair advantage is essential for attracting investors. It should explain why your company will grow faster than competitors, and it must be related to growth potential.

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Kevin Hale - How to Evaluate Startup Ideas

@ Y Combinator

Kevin Hale - How to Evaluate Startup Ideas

07/26/19

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Kevin Hale

09/13/19

@ Y Combinator

Your startup should have a unique aspect or unfair advantage that demonstrates why it will grow faster than competitors.

Geoff Ralston

10/11/18

@ Y Combinator

The story of your startup must be interesting and believable, representing a large opportunity that investors can envision as successful.

Kevin Hale

07/26/19

@ Y Combinator

Evaluating your startup idea involves identifying the problem, solution, and your unfair advantage, and addressing any gaps in your narrative.

Sam Altman

08/30/18

@ Y Combinator

A competitive advantage is essential for startups, and founders should have a clear plan for how to achieve it over time.

Michael Skok

04/01/23

@ Harvard Innovation Labs

To stand out, your startup must clearly articulate how it cuts through the noise of competitors claiming to be faster, better, or cheaper.

Garry Tan

06/08/23

@ Y Combinator

You need a unique approach or reason why your startup will succeed, whether it's technology, customer relationships, or market understanding.

Paul Graham

03/19/17

@ Y Combinator

The best way to convince investors is to start a startup that is actually doing well, meaning it is growing fast.

Gustaf Alstromer

09/12/18

@ Y Combinator

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

Geoff Ralston

10/11/18

@ Y Combinator

In less than a minute, figure out the story of your startup, including why it will matter in the future and what makes your product or opportunity compelling to investors.