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YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/03/23

@ Y Combinator

Founders should focus on building authentic relationships with their customers, as this can lead to better sales, customer retention, and overall satisfaction.

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YC

How To Earn Customers For Life

@ Y Combinator

03/03/23

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YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/01/24

@ Y Combinator

Founders should focus on making one customer happy before scaling; this foundational step is critical for long-term success.

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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.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

04/29/23

@ Y Combinator

The founders of successful startups often have genuine relationships with their customers, knowing their stories and customizing their services based on that understanding.

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Michael Seibel

04/29/23

@ Y Combinator

Successful founders remember the names and stories of their first customers, emphasizing the importance of personal connections over impersonal marketing tactics.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

02/16/24

@ Y Combinator

Founders should prioritize helping their customers over pursuing fun or unique innovations that don't directly benefit their product or service.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

04/09/22

@ Y Combinator

Founders should focus on building a better product rather than worrying excessively about competitors; delivering more value to users is key.

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Michael Seibel

03/03/23

@ Y Combinator

Founders should not emulate the practices of large companies that have become disconnected from their customers; instead, they should focus on genuinely caring for their users.

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Gustaf Alströmer

12/30/22

@ Y Combinator

Founders should be the ones doing sales in the beginning to learn how to effectively communicate with customers and understand their problems.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/03/23

@ Y Combinator

Creating a personal connection with customers and genuinely caring about their needs can significantly enhance their loyalty and satisfaction, setting startups apart from larger competitors.