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Gustaf Alströmer

12/30/22

@ Y Combinator

Most founders fail to do enough outreach, leading them to incorrectly conclude that sales isn't working for them.

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How to Get Your First Customers | Startup School

@ Y Combinator

How to Get Your First Customers | Startup School

12/30/22

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Brad Flora

06/02/22

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Founders often mistakenly believe they have customers based on interest, but without revenue, they can't confirm the viability of their ideas.

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Dalton Caldwell

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Many founders mistakenly focus on complex growth strategies instead of simply getting their first customer and validating their idea.

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Paul Graham

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It's common for founders to spend too much time alone, developing elaborate ideas without engaging with users, which is crucial for sales.

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Harj Taggar

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Many founders fail to leverage their personal networks effectively due to fear of rejection or not having a structured process.

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Many founders mistakenly believe that fundraising is about more than just raising money to build a successful company, which can lead to misalignment with investor expectations.

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Brad Flora

08/27/22

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Founders sometimes mistakenly believe they should sell to startups just because other successful companies did, without understanding the unique challenges involved.

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Brad Flora

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Founders often overspend because they haven't realized that their product isn't what customers want yet, leading them to chase after growth without understanding their market.

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Gustaf Alströmer

12/02/22

@ Y Combinator

Most founders fail to build personal connections with their users, often hiding behind anonymous emails instead of reaching out directly.

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Founders with a product background may avoid sales, mistakenly believing they can run their startup like a game without engaging in selling or influencing potential customers.