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Danae Ringelmann

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

Technology is not the end; it is simply a means to an end. Focus on your 'why' and the problems you want to solve, rather than just how to grow quickly.

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Danae Ringelmann at Startup School SV 2014

@ Y Combinator

Danae Ringelmann at Startup School SV 2014

10/15/14

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Danae Ringelmann

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

Think about how technology is just your tool for making change; it's not the end goal in itself.

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Paul Graham

03/19/17

@ Y Combinator

You don't need to be an expert in technology to start a successful company; working on things that challenge you is more important.

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Charles Koch

01/26/22

@ Joe Lonsdale

The key to using technology effectively is to empower people to self-actualize rather than control them.

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Satya Nadella

05/22/25

@ Rowan Cheung

Celebrating the impact of technology on society is more important than glorifying tech companies themselves; the focus should be on how technology is used to create value.

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OpenAI Cast

05/21/25

@ OpenAI

To understand where technology is headed, focus on the people making decisions and their values, rather than the technology itself.

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Sam Altman

11/09/24

@ Y Combinator

While new technology can create short-term growth, it's essential to remember that the fundamentals of building a sustainable business still apply.

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Diana Hu

04/22/23

@ Y Combinator

The tech choices you make early on matter less if you can build a product that gains traction; successful companies often adapt their technology as they grow.

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Y Combinator Cast

04/12/24

@ Y Combinator

In hard tech, the key question is not just 'why now' but 'why you,' emphasizing the importance of the founder's unique capabilities.

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Y Combinator Cast

08/18/23

@ Y Combinator

The purpose of your startup is to solve real problems, not just to raise money or gain status. Stay focused on creating value for your customers.