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Michael Skok

03/25/23

@ Harvard Innovation Labs

The number one reason startups fail is that they are not creating value for anyone who cares about it.

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Designing a Customer-Centric Business Model

@ Harvard Innovation Labs

Designing a Customer-Centric Business Model

03/25/23

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Garry Tan

05/21/25

@ Vanta

The primary reason startups fail is that they don't create something people want, either by making the wrong product or failing to make anything at all.

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Jessica Livingston

10/25/13

@ Y Combinator

The biggest cause of startup failure is not creating something that people want, which often leads to founders losing momentum and focus on their original vision.

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Sam Altman

05/06/15

@ Platzi Team

Most startups fail to create something that users truly love; they often settle for products that users merely like.

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Dalton Caldwell

04/18/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

The most common reason startups fail is that founders don't talk to customers and fail to find product-market fit.

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Jessica Livingston

05/29/17

@ Y Combinator

The biggest cause of startup failure is not making something people want, followed closely by cofounder disputes.

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Y Combinator Cast

05/31/24

@ Y Combinator

Many startups fail not because their architecture isn't scalable, but because they struggle to attract users and create products that people actually want.

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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.

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Peter H. Diamandis

05/31/25

@ Peter H. Diamandis

Many startups fail because founders pursue them for money rather than passion, leading to burnout before success.

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Sam Altman

04/06/25

@ Varun Mayya

Most startups fail, but some will succeed and create significant value, which is a natural part of the entrepreneurial landscape.