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Gustaf Alströmer

12/02/22

@ Y Combinator

Great founders engage with future customers even before having a product, as this helps them understand user motivations and gather honest feedback.

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How To Talk To Users | Startup School

@ Y Combinator

12/02/22

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Eric Migicovsky

10/13/18

@ Y Combinator

It's crucial to engage with customers early on, as they can provide valuable feedback that helps you build a better product than if you just focus on perfecting the prototype first.

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David Siegel

12/08/23

@ Y Combinator

Engaging directly with customers as a founder can create a strong impression and foster trust, making it easier to build relationships and gain feedback.

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Gustaf Alströmer

12/02/22

@ Y Combinator

The best founders continuously engage with their users to refine their product and ensure it meets real needs.

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Y Combinator Cast

02/08/25

@ Y Combinator

It's crucial for founders to engage directly with users and the market rather than relying on external opinions to gauge their startup's potential.

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Y Combinator Cast

05/30/25

@ Y Combinator

Startup founders should act as forward deployed engineers, engaging directly with customers to gather feedback and iterate quickly on their products.

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Jeff Weinstein

07/11/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

Engaging early customers in the product design process fosters momentum and ensures that the product meets their needs, rather than relying solely on internal assumptions.

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Gustaf Alströmer

12/02/22

@ Y Combinator

The best founders learn directly from their users throughout the lifetime of their company, ensuring they stay honest and informed about their product's impact.

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Jessica Livingston

10/25/13

@ Y Combinator

To create a product that people want, founders must engage with users and be willing to pivot their ideas significantly based on feedback.

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Eric Migicovsky

10/13/18

@ Y Combinator

Engaging with customers early can provide the momentum needed to refine your product and ensure it meets market demands.