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Harj Taggar

11/02/22

@ Y Combinator

Resilience is the most important quality for startup founders, as it helps them push through the initial struggles and rejections.

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Should You Start A Startup? | Startup School

@ Y Combinator

Should You Start A Startup? | Startup School

11/02/22

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Nirav Patel

05/20/25

@ EO

The key lesson is to not give up; resiliency is the most important trait in a startup, and you must be willing to keep finding solutions.

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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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Jessica Livingston

10/25/13

@ Y Combinator

Resilience prevents you from being pushed backwards, while drive propels you forward in your startup journey.

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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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Jessica Livingston

10/25/13

@ Y Combinator

Startups are challenging, and founders must develop resilience to withstand public scrutiny and criticism while navigating their entrepreneurial journey.

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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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Jessica Livingston

07/11/18

@ Y Combinator

Don't let rejection hold you back; persistence is essential in the startup journey, as you'll face many rejections along the way.

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Paul Buchheit

03/07/18

@ Y Combinator

I prefer founders who have faced failures; they are more resilient and better equipped to handle the challenges of building a startup.