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YC

Y Combinator Cast

12/27/24

@ Y Combinator

Founders should take the time to breathe, think, and set clear goals for the year, channeling their energy into achieving those objectives.

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YC

How To Focus On The Right Problems

@ Y Combinator

12/27/24

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YC

Y Combinator Cast

12/27/24

@ Y Combinator

Year-end is a great time for founders to reflect on their goals, reassess priorities, and eliminate distractions to focus on what truly matters for the upcoming year.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

04/01/22

@ Y Combinator

To be productive, founders need to clear out distractions and protect their time aggressively, as the world will otherwise steal their energy.

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Sam Altman

03/18/17

@ Y Combinator

Founders must focus on a few key priorities each day and learn to say no to distractions to ensure effective execution.

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Sam Altman

05/02/17

@ Y Combinator

Taking regular vacations is essential for preventing burnout. Founders should prioritize their well-being to maintain focus and productivity over the long term.

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Jennifer Kim

04/20/18

@ Y Combinator

Founders should prioritize their well-being, as being burnt out makes it difficult to lead a positive company culture.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

12/27/24

@ Y Combinator

It's important for founders to give themselves permission to not excel at everything and to focus on what truly drives their business forward.

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Dalton Caldwell

04/18/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

It's important for founders to regularly check in with themselves to ensure they are enjoying their work and making necessary changes if not.

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Reid Hoffman

04/18/17

@ Y Combinator

Founders often face the paradox of needing to focus on both long-term vision and immediate problem-solving to ensure progress and direction.

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Sam Altman

05/02/17

@ Y Combinator

Founders should focus on their own psychology as the company grows, as the emotional highs and lows can become more pronounced. Managing this is essential for long-term success.