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Adam Neumann

06/13/25

@ a16z

I believe that the ability to overcome profound challenges in the past is a strong indicator of future success for entrepreneurs.

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Adam Neumann: This is How You Build Iconic Companies

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Adam Neumann: This is How You Build Iconic Companies

06/13/25

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Paul Buchheit

07/31/14

@ Y Combinator

Accepting setbacks and moving forward, believing that whatever happened is for the best, is a strong predictor of success among startups.

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Parker Conrad

09/10/24

@ The Social Radars Podcast

Despite the ups and downs, I believe that tenacity is key to overcoming challenges in the startup world.

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Sam Altman

08/30/18

@ Y Combinator

Successful founders possess a confident and definite view of the future, which correlates with their ability to lead and inspire their teams, even in the face of doubt.

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Dalton Caldwell

04/18/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

Successful founders often have a deep internal belief that they will make their company work, even when faced with 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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Paul Buchheit

03/07/18

@ Y Combinator

I prefer founders who have faced failures; they are more resilient and better equipped to handle the challenges of building a startup.

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Joshua Lu

05/12/25

@ a16z speedrun

The most timeless qualities for entrepreneurs are resilience, passion, and the ability to lead through ambiguity, especially during challenging times.

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Adora Cheung

07/31/14

@ Y Combinator

I believe that perseverance is key in startups; you only fail if you stop trying, and it's important to learn from setbacks without letting them overwhelm you.

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Y Combinator Cast

06/01/16

@ Y Combinator

Great startups are founded by great founders, and perseverance is a key trait that shows a founder's dedication to their idea, even through hard times.