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Werner Vogels

11/12/18

@ Y Combinator

It's crucial for startups to understand their identity and approach, whether they are mercenaries seeking profit or missionaries passionate about their product.

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A Conversation with Werner Vogels

@ Y Combinator

11/12/18

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Michael Seibel

11/29/18

@ Y Combinator

It's important for individuals considering starting a startup to be intellectually honest about which group they belong to, rather than being influenced by external pressures.

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Kathryn Minshew

06/20/14

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It's important to find people who share your values, as misaligned values can lead to significant issues in a startup.

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Shana Fisher

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Startups are challenging, and if you're going to embark on this journey, you need to be fully committed and passionate about your vision.

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Ron Conway

10/15/14

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It's crucial to understand the story behind a startup's founding, as a compelling and personal narrative can significantly influence investor interest.

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Geoff Ralston

12/15/20

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It's crucial for startups to think harder about achieving product-market fit and to be honest about whether they have it, especially in uncertain economic times.

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Geoff Ralston

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A compelling startup story can persuade others to join you on your uncertain journey, making it crucial for founders to craft and sometimes reimagine their narratives.

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Aaron Epstein

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In the early stages of your startup, you are the brand; the way you communicate and the effort you put into personalization will stand out to potential customers and partners.

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Reshma Shetty

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We realized that the most important step in starting a company is defining your mission, which serves as a compass for your direction, rather than just focusing on technology or funding.

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It's essential to differentiate between companies that enter a startup batch with a product and users versus those with just an idea, as expectations should vary accordingly.