In the mid to late 2000s, more capital became available for early-stage startups, making it easier to start a company.

The startup landscape is seeing a positive trend, with many new companies being formed and applications for funding increasing compared to the previous year.

The startup landscape is evolving, and the barriers to entry are changing, allowing new founders to navigate challenges more effectively than before.

The barrier to starting a company has significantly lowered due to advancements like AWS and internet access, enabling more entrepreneurs, particularly technical founders, to start companies much more easily, leading to an explosion of innovative products and technologies that benefit the world.

The startup climate today is significantly better than in the past, with lower costs for starting a company and more investors willing to take risks.

The cost to start companies has decreased significantly over time, making it easier for entrepreneurs to launch new ventures.

The recent increase in college students participating in startup programs reflects a growing recognition of the unique opportunities available now.

The JOBS Act and subsequent legislation significantly changed the early-stage funding ecosystem, making it easier for startups to raise money and for more people to become investors.

There's rarely been a time where so much is possible in the startup world; everything you try just works, and there are more opportunities than people to pursue them.