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Jessica Livingston

06/27/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

I was fascinated by founder psychology and the dynamics of their relationships, which influenced my evaluations during interviews.

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The social radar: Y Combinator’s secret weapon | Jessica Livingston (co-founder of YC, author)

@ Lenny's Podcast

The social radar: Y Combinator’s secret weapon | Jessica Livingston (co-founder of YC, author)

06/27/24

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JL

Jessica Livingston

06/27/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

In the early days of YC, I observed social cues during interviews, such as how well co-founders got along and their level of commitment.

JL

Jessica Livingston

07/11/18

@ Y Combinator

I focused on understanding the character and relationships of founders rather than just their technical abilities, which was crucial for our investment decisions.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

10/12/22

@ Y Combinator

My favorite parts of that were hearing the partners' founding stories and their backgrounds, which inspired me.

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Paul Buchheit

03/07/18

@ Y Combinator

The founders are critical to a startup's success; I evaluate them based on their communication skills and depth of understanding.

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.

KM

Kat Mañalac

03/17/17

@ Y Combinator

When evaluating applications, we look at how well the founders know each other and their history together, as a strong relationship is crucial for co-founding teams.

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Mark Zuckerberg

08/17/16

@ Y Combinator

I was fascinated by how people work and communicate, which led me to study psychology and computer science.

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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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Sam Altman

05/02/17

@ Y Combinator

Founders should focus on their own psychology as the company grows, as the emotional highs and lows can become more pronounced. Managing this is essential for long-term success.