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Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

I look for founders who are self-aware and confident, but who also take risks before raising their seed round.

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YC

Elad Gil and Pejman Nozad - Startup Investor School Day 3

@ Y Combinator

Elad Gil and Pejman Nozad - Startup Investor School Day 3

03/09/18

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YC

Y Combinator Cast

09/18/18

@ Y Combinator

I look for founders who can share their background and story, as it often reveals their grit and determination.

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Jessica Livingston

06/27/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

I seek founders who are relentlessly resourceful, as this trait is crucial for overcoming challenges in the startup journey.

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Jessica Livingston

06/27/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

I often look for founders who are scrappy and demonstrate hustle, as this is crucial for startup success.

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Paul Buchheit

03/07/18

@ Y Combinator

When evaluating founders, I look for their willingness to act decisively and quickly, rather than delaying for complex plans.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

Building a company is an emotional rollercoaster, so I seek founders who are not easily rattled by challenges.

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Geoff Ralston

02/07/18

@ Y Combinator

When assessing a startup, I look for the founder's passion and resilience, as these traits are crucial for overcoming challenges in building a company.

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Jessica Mah

03/13/14

@ Y Combinator

I encourage all founders to define what kind of leader they want to be, especially during tough times, and to do so with absolute and unapologetic confidence.

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Ron Conway

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

Having been a founder myself helps me as an investor because I understand the challenges and can identify kindred spirits among entrepreneurs.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

I look for founders with a long-term vision, focusing on making customers happy and creating jobs rather than just getting rich quickly.