Tools

Search

Explore

Videos Channels Figures

Atmrix

About

Tools

Search

Explore

Videos Channels Figures

Atmrix

About

JL

Joshua Lu

05/12/25

@ a16z speedrun

Getting a team to stay motivated and aligned during tough times is one of the hardest challenges for any entrepreneur.

Video

as

Stop Obsessing Over the 'Perfect' Idea

@ a16z speedrun

05/12/25

Related Takeaways

KR

Konstantin Richter

05/03/25

@ EO

As an entrepreneur, your job is to find resources where others can't and keep your team motivated even when the situation looks bleak.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

02/10/22

@ Y Combinator

Maintaining motivation as a founder is crucial, and it's important to prepare for the challenges and criticisms that come with the startup journey.

MS

Michael Seibel

08/16/24

@ Y Combinator

As a CEO, I need to think about what will keep my co-founder motivated during tough times, not just what makes them happy today.

KM

Kathryn Minshew

05/07/16

@ Y Combinator

It's important to remember why you started your company, especially during challenging times, to stay motivated and focused on long-term goals.

GR

Geoff Ralston

07/19/19

@ Y Combinator

Startups are incredibly difficult, and without a strong narrative to motivate you during tough times, you risk quitting and ultimately failing.

MS

Michael Seibel

08/07/24

@ Y Combinator

Talking to advisors about the challenges of running a startup is not just about tactics; it's also about seeking emotional support and understanding that the journey can be tough.

ES

Emmett Shear

06/16/25

@ a16z speedrun

The hardest part about being a CEO is balancing the need to inspire with the operational demands of running a business.

PT

Peter Thompson

03/28/25

@ EO

Believing in your product and having resilience is crucial as an entrepreneur. You must dig deep when no one else believes in your vision and ensure your team shares that belief.

AY

Anatoly Yakovenko

06/13/25

@ a16z crypto

The key to maintaining morale during tough times is ensuring that team members feel they are making a difference and that their work is impactful.