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Michael Seibel

10/29/22

@ Y Combinator

If someone is only criticizing Y Combinator without providing a valid alternative, it raises questions about their credibility and motives.

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The Truth About Y Combinator

@ Y Combinator

10/29/22

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Michael Seibel

10/29/22

@ Y Combinator

Many critics of Y Combinator have never participated in the program, leading to uninformed opinions about its value.

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Dalton Caldwell

05/13/23

@ Y Combinator

If someone discourages you from applying to Y Combinator, especially an investor, ask them if they would invest in your startup; their reluctance may reveal their lack of commitment to your success.

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Jessica Livingston

09/07/24

@ Y Combinator

As Y Combinator gained recognition, it faced challenges from critics and distractions, which were difficult for sensitive individuals like me to handle personally.

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Dalton Caldwell

05/13/23

@ Y Combinator

If you believe that venture capital isn't a good route for your business, that's a valid reason not to apply to Y Combinator, as it operates within that framework.

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Michael Seibel

10/29/22

@ Y Combinator

The real value of Y Combinator lies in the peer network and the honest feedback from experienced founders, not just in the financial investment.

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Dalton Caldwell

05/13/23

@ Y Combinator

Beware of individuals claiming they can help you get into Y Combinator; many are scammers looking for equity or money and do not actually provide any real assistance.

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Surbhi Sarna

09/30/23

@ Y Combinator

I encourage applicants to Y Combinator to focus on solving real needs, regardless of their academic credentials, as long as they are passionate about their solutions.

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Y Combinator Cast

10/12/22

@ Y Combinator

The real question should be why not apply to Y Combinator, rather than why we didn't do it sooner.

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Jessica Livingston

02/24/15

@ Y Combinator

My co-founders are excellent at judging technical ideas, but I'm the one who assesses character, which has been crucial for Y Combinator's success.