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Theodoric Chew

04/21/25

@ EO

I learned equally, if not more, from working in a fast-growing startup than I would have in college, especially in understanding how a venture builder or VC thinks.

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Built 2nd Startup at 23, Execution was Everything | Intellect Theodoric Chew

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Built 2nd Startup at 23, Execution was Everything | Intellect Theodoric Chew

04/21/25

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Sam Altman

11/09/24

@ Y Combinator

I learned a lot from my early experiences, even though my first company didn't succeed. The rate of learning in startups is incredibly high.

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Theodoric Chew

04/21/25

@ EO

After exiting my first company, I spent time working at startups and venture builders to gain experience and learn from faster-growing companies.

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Y Combinator Cast

11/02/23

@ Y Combinator

If you're learning and growing faster than your peers in larger companies, you might be in a great situation at a startup.

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Justin Kan

11/03/18

@ Y Combinator

Maximizing your speed of learning is a key reason to join a startup, as you'll gain valuable experiences whether the company succeeds or fails.

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Pejman Nozad

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

I learned the importance of networking and building relationships, which helped me transition from selling carpets to investing in startups.

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Aydin Senkut

04/16/25

@ EO

In venture capital, understanding people is more important than just focusing on numbers. My background in sales helps me relate to founders better.

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Nate Blecharczyk

10/26/13

@ Y Combinator

After quitting my corporate job due to lack of learning, I joined a startup where I learned valuable lessons about what not to do in business.

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Paul Copplestone

05/14/25

@ Accel

I learned a lot from my first startup, especially about what not to do, like playing startup without having product-market fit.

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Harj Taggar

11/02/22

@ Y Combinator

Working at a startup provides insight into how startups operate and connects you with like-minded individuals who may become co-founders.