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Dalton Caldwell

08/07/24

@ Y Combinator

Founders who know very little about startup advice often avoid developing bad habits or strange ideas about how to run a startup, which can be beneficial.

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The Problem With Startup "Experts"

@ Y Combinator

08/07/24

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Sam Altman

08/30/18

@ Y Combinator

Inexperience can be a blessing for startups, as it allows them to pursue ambitious ideas without being held back by conventional wisdom.

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Y Combinator Cast

04/28/17

@ Y Combinator

Founders don't need to know the mechanics of starting a startup in detail, as getting bogged down in details can be dangerous.

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Michael Seibel

08/07/24

@ Y Combinator

When founders receive wrong advice, they create a flawed mental model of the startup world, making it harder for them to unlearn those misconceptions later.

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Michael Seibel

08/07/24

@ Y Combinator

Getting startup advice from individuals who have only worked at large companies or who have never been involved in a startup can be misleading and unhelpful.

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Wade Foster

08/19/17

@ Y Combinator

As a founder, it's crucial to discern between good advice and myths perpetuated by the media, especially when you're new to the startup scene.

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Emmett Shear

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

Generic startup advice often doesn't work because each startup has unique challenges and learning experiences.

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Garry Tan

05/21/25

@ Vanta

First-time founders often have a 'beginner's mind' that allows them to approach problems without biases, which is a significant advantage.

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Michael Seibel

08/17/19

@ Y Combinator

Many startups make common mistakes, but exceptions exist where some have succeeded despite them; however, minimizing these mistakes can improve your chances of success.

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Y Combinator Cast

04/18/24

@ Y Combinator

It's challenging to provide one-size-fits-all advice for startups, as the same idea can yield different outcomes based on the founders' expertise.