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Jessica Livingston

05/04/17

@ Y Combinator

You need to be able to withstand rejection; people will think your idea is crazy, investors will say no, and reporters won't care.

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Jessica Livingston's Advice For Founders

@ Y Combinator

Jessica Livingston's Advice For Founders

05/04/17

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Jessica Livingston

07/25/17

@ Y Combinator

Most of the really big startup ideas seemed dubious at first, and you need to be independent-minded and not care what others think to work on these initially unpromising ideas.

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Alexandr Wang

11/14/23

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You need to be irrationally excited about your idea as a founder, as it's hard to predict how well it will go, and there are not many great examples to follow.

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Kathryn Minshew

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Understanding your users and their needs is crucial, especially when facing rejection from investors.

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Joshua Lu

05/12/25

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As an entrepreneur, you must believe in your idea even when others do not, and sometimes you have to will your vision into existence despite external resistance.

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Y Combinator Cast

03/01/24

@ Y Combinator

Founders often need to build conviction in their own ideas before seeking validation from others, including investors.

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Jessica Livingston

10/25/13

@ Y Combinator

New ideas often seem crazy at first, but if you execute well, people will eventually recognize their value.

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Sam Altman

04/06/25

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As an entrepreneur, it's crucial to pursue your unique ideas, even if they seem crazy or impractical to others, as they could lead to the next big innovation.

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Geoff Ralston

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@ Y Combinator

Investors invest in you as a founder, so ask yourself if you are formidable enough to turn an idea into a successful reality.

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Y Combinator Cast

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It's important to recognize that many successful companies faced skepticism from investors initially, which doesn't necessarily indicate a bad idea.