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Joe Lonsdale

04/26/24

@ My First Million

Partnering with someone who has an unfair advantage can significantly enhance your chances of success in starting a new business.

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From PayPal Intern to Starting 4x Billion-Dollar Companies | Joe Lonsdale Interview

@ My First Million

From PayPal Intern to Starting 4x Billion-Dollar Companies | Joe Lonsdale Interview

04/26/24

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Mike Krieger

03/26/25

@ EO

Having the right team is essential for a company's success; partnering with someone who has complementary skills can make a significant difference.

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Jessica Livingston

02/24/15

@ Y Combinator

Working with your spouse in a startup can be beneficial if you have distinct roles and avoid competition, but it's essential to prioritize your relationship over the business.

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Michael Seibel

08/17/19

@ Y Combinator

Choosing co-founders you don't know well can be detrimental; a pre-existing relationship helps ensure you can navigate tough times together.

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Wade Foster

08/19/17

@ Y Combinator

Building relationships with partners and founders is essential, especially in the early stages of a startup, as it can lead to valuable opportunities.

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Kevin Hale

07/26/19

@ Y Combinator

Your startup's unfair advantage is essential for attracting investors. It should explain why your company will grow faster than competitors, and it must be related to growth potential.

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Jared Friedman

11/18/22

@ Y Combinator

Finding a co-founder who already has an idea can be an effective way to get both a partnership and a startup concept simultaneously.

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Kevin Hale

09/13/19

@ Y Combinator

Your startup should have a unique aspect or unfair advantage that demonstrates why it will grow faster than competitors.

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Y Combinator Cast

03/21/25

@ Y Combinator

Having a co-founder can provide essential support during challenging times, making it easier to navigate the ups and downs of startup life, as opposed to going solo.

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Y Combinator Cast

02/08/25

@ Y Combinator

Using family connections can lead to valuable startup ideas, as many successful startups have emerged from insights gained through personal relationships and access to underserved markets.