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Geoff Ralston

07/19/19

@ Y Combinator

Creating a compelling story for your startup is vital for success, as it helps you persevere through the challenges of building a business.

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Geoff Ralston: The Story of Your Startup

@ Y Combinator

Geoff Ralston: The Story of Your Startup

07/19/19

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Geoff Ralston

07/19/19

@ Y Combinator

A compelling startup story can persuade others to join you on your uncertain journey, making it crucial for founders to craft and sometimes reimagine their narratives.

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Geoff Ralston

07/19/19

@ Y Combinator

The story of your startup is essential; it nourishes you and keeps you motivated through challenges and setbacks.

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Geoff Ralston

07/19/19

@ Y Combinator

The right story can serve as a personal motivator, helping you to keep going when faced with obstacles in your startup journey.

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Ron Conway

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

It's crucial to understand the story behind a startup's founding, as a compelling and personal narrative can significantly influence investor interest.

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Aydin Senkut

04/16/25

@ EO

A founder's ability to tell a compelling story is crucial for attracting customers and talent, especially during challenging times.

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Geoff Ralston

10/11/18

@ Y Combinator

The story of your startup must be interesting and believable, representing a large opportunity that investors can envision as successful.

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Geoff Ralston

07/19/19

@ Y Combinator

Startups are incredibly difficult, and without a strong narrative to motivate you during tough times, you risk quitting and ultimately failing.

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Jeffrey Katzenberg

05/24/25

@ The Logan Bartlett Show

The value of storytelling is fundamental to every business. Founders need to explain their ideas to attract talent and raise capital; storytelling is at the core of business building.

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Kat Mañalac

09/20/18

@ Y Combinator

You need to practice telling your startup's story clearly and succinctly so that others can easily repeat it and help spread the word, which is essential for virality.