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Michael Seibel

06/09/22

@ Y Combinator

Having extra funding helps founders approach fundraising with confidence, making it easier to negotiate and plan without being influenced by fear.

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@ Y Combinator

06/09/22

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YC

Y Combinator Cast

12/17/21

@ Y Combinator

Nowadays, with an abundance of capital, investors have a greater incentive to convince founders they need more money, often using fear of not having enough as a tactic.

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Reshma Shetty

07/11/18

@ Y Combinator

Raising more money can be beneficial for a founder's mission, as it can mean the difference between success and failure, even if it leads to some dilution.

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Geoff Ralston

10/11/18

@ Y Combinator

Having multiple funding options strengthens your negotiation position; if you're the only one seeking investment, the investor holds more power.

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Kathryn Minshew

05/07/16

@ Y Combinator

Raising more capital can be beneficial, as long as founders maintain control over spending and prioritize scrappiness.

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Michael Seibel

05/07/22

@ Y Combinator

Raising the next round of funding is often harder than founders anticipate, especially in a changing economic environment.

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Paul Buchheit

03/07/18

@ Y Combinator

Having too much funding can be a liability, as it may lead founders to avoid engaging with customers and reality, which can hinder their success.

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Y Combinator Cast

08/17/17

@ Y Combinator

Having a co-founder who can focus on fundraising while the other co-founders manage operations can help maintain company momentum during the fundraising process.

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Jason Citron

11/25/24

@ 20VC with Harry Stebbings

Having a financial cushion allows founders to turn down acquisition offers and focus on building a generational company.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

08/18/23

@ Y Combinator

YC helps shift the leverage back to founders, making it easier for them to connect with investors who treat them well, despite the fundraising process still being unpredictable.