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Katie Dill

10/16/24

@ Y Combinator

Founders who lack a design background can improve their design skills by using a checklist to identify what to look for in good design.

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Why Design Matters: Lessons from Stripe, Lyft and Airbnb

@ Y Combinator

Why Design Matters: Lessons from Stripe, Lyft and Airbnb

10/16/24

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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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Dylan Field

03/13/25

@ Y Combinator

Founders are increasingly recognizing the importance of design, understanding its value beyond just functionality.

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Katie Dill

10/16/24

@ Y Combinator

Creating a culture of high-quality design from the early days of a startup is vital, and founders must exemplify this commitment to design.

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Nikhil Kamath Cast

10/07/23

@ Nikhil Kamath

Establishing a checklist of essential details can help prevent mistakes when launching a brand, especially for solo founders.

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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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Raphael Schaad

03/28/25

@ Y Combinator

Encouraging more designers to become founders is essential, as developing a design mindset will be crucial for building the next generation of companies.

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Tom Preston-Werner

10/25/13

@ Y Combinator

Ensure one of your co-founders is design-minded. If you're a technical founder, find a designer who can make your product appealing and user-friendly.

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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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Katie Dill

10/16/24

@ Y Combinator

To improve design skills, observe both products you dislike and those you enjoy, noting what works and what doesn't.