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Dalton Caldwell

04/18/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

I tell aspiring founders to talk to customers, but many get quiet when asked how many they've actually spoken to.

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Lessons from 1,000+ YC startups: Resilience, tar pit ideas, pivoting, more | Dalton Caldwell (YC)

@ Lenny's Podcast

Lessons from 1,000+ YC startups: Resilience, tar pit ideas, pivoting, more | Dalton Caldwell (YC)

04/18/24

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Dalton Caldwell

04/18/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

Many founders are shy about reaching out to customers, but overcoming that awkwardness is essential for success.

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Emmett Shear

04/22/17

@ Y Combinator

When starting a startup, it's crucial to talk to users rather than just relying on your own experiences, as most startups are not built solely for the founders.

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Parker Conrad

09/10/24

@ The Social Radars Podcast

YC advises founders to talk to customers, but being your own customer allows for more insightful conversations and quicker feedback.

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Dalton Caldwell

04/18/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

I encourage founders to validate their ideas by talking to potential customers before writing any code or raising money.

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Dalton Caldwell

04/18/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

Founders often hide behind their keyboards instead of engaging in person with potential customers, which is crucial for validation.

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Michael Seibel

02/24/23

@ Y Combinator

Founders often mistakenly believe that advisors have complete knowledge of every user base and problem, but they should be talking to their customers instead.

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Gustaf Alströmer

12/02/22

@ Y Combinator

Great founders engage with future customers even before having a product, as this helps them understand user motivations and gather honest feedback.

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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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Dalton Caldwell

03/22/24

@ Y Combinator

Getting the first customer is one of the hardest challenges for founders, and it requires a different approach than what investors might suggest.