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YC

Y Combinator Cast

04/18/24

@ Y Combinator

If you have significant expertise and a strong opinion about a niche area, you should often trust your gut when making decisions.

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YC

When Should You Trust Your Gut?

@ Y Combinator

04/18/24

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YC

Y Combinator Cast

04/18/24

@ Y Combinator

If you find yourself lacking strong opinions about what to work on or your views align closely with the average person's, it may be a sign that you shouldn't fully trust your gut.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

04/18/24

@ Y Combinator

Founders without industry experience should be cautious about trusting their gut instincts, as they may lack the necessary knowledge to make informed decisions.

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Sachin Kansal

06/01/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

When making decisions, sometimes you have to trust your gut over the data, especially when you understand the end user's needs.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

04/18/24

@ Y Combinator

Founders with industry experience should trust their instincts about what their target market wants, as their judgment is likely well-informed.

MS

Michael Seibel

11/02/23

@ Y Combinator

Trust your instincts about whether the company is working; as a technical contributor, you have a unique perspective on the company's potential for success.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

04/18/24

@ Y Combinator

When your opinions are mainstream and not deeply informed by personal experience, it may indicate that you should seek more input from others rather than relying solely on your instincts.

CW

Chris Williamson Cast

04/01/25

@ Chris Williamson

Trust your gut instinct; ignoring it often leads to regret, especially in relationships where you might realize you knew it would fail all along.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

04/18/24

@ Y Combinator

Founders with a proven track record of building valuable products should feel confident in their instincts and trust their gut more than they think.

CW

Chris Williamson Cast

04/01/25

@ Chris Williamson

As you gain experience over time, your gut instinct and judgment develop, allowing you to make decisions more quickly and confidently as you age.