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YC

Y Combinator Cast

06/01/16

@ Y Combinator

Great startups are founded by great founders, and perseverance is a key trait that shows a founder's dedication to their idea, even through hard times.

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Q&A with YC at the Female Founders Conference 2016

@ Y Combinator

Q&A with YC at the Female Founders Conference 2016

06/01/16

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YC

Y Combinator Cast

06/01/16

@ Y Combinator

When founders stick to an idea for a long time, it demonstrates their perseverance, which is crucial in the challenging startup environment.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

The best founders are those who truly understand the problem they are solving, which drives their persistence even in tough times.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

09/18/18

@ Y Combinator

Grit and tenacity are essential qualities in founders; it's not just about having the best product but about outlasting challenges.

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Geoff Ralston

02/07/18

@ Y Combinator

When assessing a startup, I look for the founder's passion and resilience, as these traits are crucial for overcoming challenges in building a company.

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Adora Cheung

07/31/14

@ Y Combinator

I believe that perseverance is key in startups; you only fail if you stop trying, and it's important to learn from setbacks without letting them overwhelm you.

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Paul Buchheit

03/07/18

@ Y Combinator

Determination is the most important trait in a startup founder; without it, they may give up when faced with challenges.

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Jessica Livingston

05/04/17

@ Y Combinator

The most important quality you can have as a founder is determination; many smart and talented founders fail because they can't stick with it when things get tough.

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Dalton Caldwell

04/18/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

Successful founders often have a deep internal belief that they will make their company work, even when faced with challenges.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/09/21

@ Y Combinator

Determination is the most important quality for a founder, as achieving any success will require at least a decade of hard work.