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Michael Seibel

11/29/18

@ Y Combinator

Prestigious jobs at companies like Facebook and Google often have little to do with actual facts and can create unrealistic expectations about career impact.

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Why Should I Start a Startup? by Michael Seibel

@ Y Combinator

Why Should I Start a Startup? by Michael Seibel

11/29/18

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Dalton Caldwell

02/06/23

@ Y Combinator

Today, college students obsess over jobs at big tech companies like Facebook and Google, seeking the same status and structure previously associated with finance and consulting careers.

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Michael Seibel

04/21/22

@ Y Combinator

Many people assume that working at a FAANG company is essential for gaining experience on hard technical problems, but in reality, most jobs involve mundane tasks that don't translate to startup success.

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Ammon Bartram

05/18/17

@ Y Combinator

Companies like Facebook and Google look for intelligence and potential rather than specific experience, as they have the capacity to train new hires.

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Michael Seibel

11/29/18

@ Y Combinator

From a financial perspective, working at a company like Google is often safer than starting a business, but it may not lead to personal fulfillment for everyone.

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Y Combinator Cast

12/05/24

@ Y Combinator

Social media can create unrealistic expectations, making you feel like everyone else is living a better life, which can distort your goals and aspirations.

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Michael Seibel

04/21/22

@ Y Combinator

Technical founders often misunderstand the value they can extract from working at FAANG companies, thinking they will work on significant projects, but often they end up doing less impactful tasks.

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Y Combinator Cast

04/21/22

@ Y Combinator

It's a misconception that having worked at Google guarantees easy access to funding; the reality is much more complex and competitive.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

02/10/22

@ Y Combinator

Working at a big tech company like Google can instill a mindset focused on scalability, which may not be helpful in the early stages of a startup where doing things that don't scale is often necessary.

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James Sexton

05/05/25

@ Andrew Huberman

Social media often presents an idealized version of life and relationships, leading to unrealistic expectations and feelings of inadequacy.