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Elad Gil

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

Understanding the 'why now' factor in a market is crucial, as it helps identify whether a market is truly saturated or if there are still significant opportunities.

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Elad Gil and Pejman Nozad - Startup Investor School Day 3

@ Y Combinator

Elad Gil and Pejman Nozad - Startup Investor School Day 3

03/09/18

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Timing is crucial; you need to assess if it's the right time to build your business based on current trends.

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When starting a brand, it's crucial to identify the intricacies of the market and understand where the black holes are that need to be filled.

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Reid Hoffman

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When considering a market that doesn't yet exist, you must articulate why you believe it should exist and how you can drive adoption.

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To create a new market, you need to find a hidden need that many people don't realize exists, as this is often where the best opportunities lie.

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In hard tech, the key question is not just 'why now' but 'why you,' emphasizing the importance of the founder's unique capabilities.

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Tikhon Bernstam

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Investors often overlook the potential of existing large markets, thinking they are too crowded, but if you can create a significantly better product, there's room for many winners.

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The tipping point for a market is when demand exceeds supply, and you realize this by engaging directly with customers rather than overthinking it.

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We prioritize markets poised for great growth, as the right market can significantly increase a company's chances of success.

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The startup ecosystem is mixed in identifying contrarian opportunities; sometimes it recognizes them, but often it struggles to see potential markets until they become popular.