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Garry Tan

09/20/18

@ Y Combinator

For low-cost design needs, consider hiring international designers through platforms like 99designs and Fiverr, and evaluate multiple candidates to find the best fit.

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Design for Startups by Garry Tan (Part 2)

@ Y Combinator

Design for Startups by Garry Tan (Part 2)

09/20/18

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Garry Tan

09/20/18

@ Y Combinator

When hiring designers, utilize platforms like Dribbble, LinkedIn, and Behance to find talent, and consider reaching out to designers from companies known for their strong design.

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Garry Tan

09/20/18

@ Y Combinator

Finding a design firm that is willing to work with startups can be challenging, as many firms prefer to work with larger companies for higher fees.

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Raphael Schaad

03/28/25

@ Y Combinator

Founders should prioritize hiring talented designers early on to enhance their company's design capabilities.

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Garry Tan

09/20/18

@ Y Combinator

Finding a unicorn designer is challenging, but you can identify strong candidates by breaking down their specific skills and experiences.

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Katie Dill

10/16/24

@ Y Combinator

Hiring great designers involves understanding what good design looks like and helping them see their role in the company.

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Garry Tan

09/20/18

@ Y Combinator

Designers prefer to work with founders and teams that understand their language and culture, so it's important for you to be open to learning about design.

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Harvard Innovation Labs Cast

06/12/13

@ Harvard Innovation Labs

Utilize crowdsourcing and external resources to build your product efficiently, rather than trying to do everything in-house.

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Garry Tan

09/20/18

@ Y Combinator

It's essential for founders to engage deeply with design candidates, especially if they have spent significant time solving related problems themselves.

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Sam Altman

03/18/17

@ Y Combinator

It's better to work with someone on a quick project before hiring them, as this gives you a better sense of their capabilities than a traditional interview.