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Y Combinator Cast

01/13/21

@ Y Combinator

A strong personal motivation and connection to the area you're working on will help you persist through the hard times.

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2021 YC Top Companies on Their Startup Journey

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2021 YC Top Companies on Their Startup Journey

01/13/21

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Michael Seibel

04/05/19

@ Y Combinator

Having a personal connection to a problem helps you assess potential solutions and stay motivated during challenges.

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Danae Ringelmann

05/06/17

@ Y Combinator

Passion for what you're doing is essential, even in the face of challenges; it drives you to persist despite difficulties.

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Chris Bumstead

07/11/23

@ Chris Williamson

You have to be passionate about what you do to push through the tough times; it's about having a purpose behind your actions.

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Danae Ringelmann

05/06/17

@ Y Combinator

Your 'why' will help you endure the tough times in entrepreneurship; without a powerful reason, you may not stick it out.

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Kathryn Minshew

05/07/16

@ Y Combinator

It's important to remember why you started your company, especially during challenging times, to stay motivated and focused on long-term goals.

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Anatoly Yakovenko

06/13/25

@ a16z crypto

The key to maintaining morale during tough times is ensuring that team members feel they are making a difference and that their work is impactful.

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Tom Bilyeu Cast

06/01/23

@ Tom Bilyeu

The emotional connection to a problem you're passionate about will differentiate you from others in the market.

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Sam Altman

09/28/16

@ Y Combinator

Accomplishing big things requires a combination of focus, personal connections, and self-belief in the importance of your work.

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Alex Hutchinson

05/04/25

@ Chris Williamson

Putting in effort can be a source of meaning, as doing hard things tends to feel meaningful.