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Harj Taggar

03/26/21

@ Y Combinator

Successful startups like Apple, Facebook, Google, and Microsoft all had co-founders, highlighting the importance of having a partner in the early stages of a company.

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How to Find the Right Co-founder

@ Y Combinator

03/26/21

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Harj Taggar

09/27/24

@ Y Combinator

The most successful startups in history had co-founding teams, and it's important to have someone who is all in on the startup journey with you.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

01/12/24

@ Y Combinator

You can look at successful companies like Google and Microsoft, which were founded by technical founders, to question the necessity of a business co-founder.

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Sam Altman

03/18/17

@ Y Combinator

It's better to have no co-founder than a bad one; many successful startups have thrived with just the founders in the early stages, emphasizing the importance of careful selection.

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Harj Taggar

03/26/21

@ Y Combinator

You really want a co-founder when you're starting a company for three main reasons: increased productivity, moral support, and a pattern of success among successful startups.

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Harj Taggar

09/27/24

@ Y Combinator

Finding a co-founder is essential for startup success, as it's incredibly challenging to succeed alone.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/21/25

@ Y Combinator

Having a co-founder can provide essential support during challenging times, making it easier to navigate the ups and downs of startup life, as opposed to going solo.

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Harj Taggar

03/26/21

@ Y Combinator

Finding a co-founder is essential because it allows you to share the workload and responsibilities of building a startup.

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Harj Taggar

09/27/24

@ Y Combinator

Building a successful startup is incredibly hard, and you can't do it alone; having a co-founder allows you to share the workload and improve the quality of your work.

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Harj Taggar

09/27/24

@ Y Combinator

Startups are an emotional roller coaster, and having a co-founder who is equally invested can provide crucial support during tough times.