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Jensen Huang

06/24/11

@ Stanford Online

You should start a company because you believe in your idea and are passionate about it, not just for the money.

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Jen-Hsun Huang: Stanford student and Entrepreneur, co-founder and CEO of NVIDIA

@ Stanford Online

Jen-Hsun Huang: Stanford student and Entrepreneur, co-founder and CEO of NVIDIA

06/24/11

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Y Combinator Cast

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There's never a perfect moment to start a company, but if you have a solid idea and a great co-founder, you should go for it.

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Austen Allred

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Starting a company is by definition saying, I think what I can do is worth more than what other people will pay me for.

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You should focus on creating something that people want rather than just trying to start a startup; this mindset is crucial for success.

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Danae Ringelmann

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Know why you're starting a company and what problem you're trying to solve; if your reason isn't authentic, your chances of failure increase significantly.

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Harj Taggar

11/02/22

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Having a co-founder who shares your passion for starting a company is a strong reason to take the leap into entrepreneurship.

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Michael Seibel

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If you need to be convinced to start a VC-backed company, it's likely not the right path for you; the motivation should come from within, not external pressure.

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Waseem Alshikh

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If you have an idea, just go start your own company. It's challenging but also the most enjoyable experience you can have.

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Olga Vidisheva

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If you don't believe in your idea from the beginning, go find another idea; passion and belief are what will take you to the next level.

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Marc Andreessen

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Starting a company is often romanticized, but it should only be pursued by those who feel compelled to do so, as it can be an extremely painful experience.