Avoiding the truth about your startup's situation can lead to failure; if you lie to yourself, you will ultimately lie to others.

Truth is the best strategy for attaining your goals. To contend with reality, you must know what it is, as the truth of existence can be brutal and bitter.

As a founder, you might reach a moment when you realize your startup is going to fail, and it's crucial to face that truth instead of living in denial.

The adventure of life is found in the truth, and living authentically opens up opportunities that enrich your existence.

It's challenging for founders to return to reality after being immersed in a dream of success, especially when the market changes unexpectedly. Founders must confront hard truths about their startup's reality instead of living in denial about their potential success.

When I joined Y Combinator, I was unsure about our product's market fit, but I learned that being honest about our product's state is essential for growth.

Founders often ignore the reality of their startup's potential failure, which is an uncomfortable truth to discuss.

Overcoming the fear of failure allows you to commit to the truth about your startup's situation and make necessary changes.

In our culture, we emphasize the importance of telling the truth to entrepreneurs, even if it means they might not like you for it. It's crucial to provide honest feedback, such as when a founder needs to make tough decisions about their team or financial plans, rather than just being friendly.