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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.

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Before the Startup with Paul Graham (How to Start a Startup 2014: Lecture 3)

@ Y Combinator

Before the Startup with Paul Graham (How to Start a Startup 2014: Lecture 3)

03/19/17

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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.

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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

07/26/19

@ Y Combinator

A startup idea is essentially a hypothesis about how a company can grow quickly, and your goal is to construct a compelling pitch that demonstrates this potential.

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Y Combinator Cast

12/26/16

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When pitching, founders need to demonstrate why their startup is the exception to the typical failure rate of startups.

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Michael Seibel

11/29/18

@ Y Combinator

Having a couple of customers can significantly increase your leverage when talking to investors, making them more interested in your startup than if you only have an idea.

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Michael Seibel

12/17/21

@ Y Combinator

It's beneficial to raise money from investors with a track record of building large companies, as they are more likely to support your growth.

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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.

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Y Combinator Cast

05/21/16

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Telling a compelling story about how you plan to build a multi-billion dollar company is essential when pitching to institutional funds.

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Ooshma Garg

09/08/18

@ Y Combinator

When pitching to investors, it's important to focus on the potential for significant growth rather than hedging against failure; confidence in your vision is key.