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Sam Altman

03/18/17

@ Y Combinator

Remote co-founding teams can slow down execution significantly, making it harder to maintain momentum.

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Team and Execution with Sam Altman (How to Start a Startup 2014: Lecture 2)

@ Y Combinator

Team and Execution with Sam Altman (How to Start a Startup 2014: Lecture 2)

03/18/17

Related Takeaways

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Sam Altman

03/18/17

@ Y Combinator

Remote teams can be problematic for startups, especially in the early days when communication and speed are critical.

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Michael Seibel

06/22/17

@ Y Combinator

It's frustrating to see founders overcompensate for not having a technical co-founder by relying on external developers, as this can hinder their chances of success.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

12/01/23

@ Y Combinator

Relying on part-time consultants or development shops instead of having a dedicated technical co-founder can lead to failure.

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Austen Allred

04/03/19

@ Y Combinator

Remote work has trade-offs, and while it offers flexibility, it can also complicate team cohesion and collaboration.

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Harj Taggar

09/27/24

@ Y Combinator

Having different work ethic expectations can strain co-founder relationships, especially in the demanding environment of a startup.

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Dalton Caldwell

01/06/22

@ Y Combinator

In many startup teams, not all founders share the same level of passion for the problem they are solving, which can create challenges.

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Harj Taggar

03/26/21

@ Y Combinator

If one co-founder has been working on the idea longer, it may be reasonable to adjust the equity split, but avoid short-term optimization that could harm long-term motivation.

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Anatoly Yakovenko

06/13/25

@ a16z crypto

Having a co-founder is crucial; it provides relational support and helps structure thoughts during challenging moments, especially in a remote work environment.

DC

Dalton Caldwell

08/30/19

@ Y Combinator

Adding team members should only happen once you have a clear, working idea; otherwise, it can slow down progress and create confusion.