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Y Combinator Cast

08/18/23

@ Y Combinator

The purpose of your startup is to solve real problems, not just to raise money or gain status. Stay focused on creating value for your customers.

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Startup Experts Share Their Investor Horror Stories

@ Y Combinator

Startup Experts Share Their Investor Horror Stories

08/18/23

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Harvard Innovation Labs Cast

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To build a successful startup, focus on solving a blatant critical need that has a significant impact on your customers' lives.

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Focusing on the right problems is crucial for startup success, and it's important to identify what truly matters for your business.

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Y Combinator Cast

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As a startup founder, I must focus on my customers first and understand the problems they care about, ensuring I stay laser-focused on providing solutions.

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Y Combinator Cast

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You should focus on creating something that people want rather than just trying to start a startup; this mindset is crucial for success.

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Y Combinator Cast

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Avoid playing status games in startups; instead, focus on building and solving real problems, as this is where true innovation happens.

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Y Combinator Cast

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The key to building a successful startup is to focus on creating a great business rather than getting caught up in the noise of inflated valuations and market trends.

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Karri Saarinen

06/05/25

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Startups shouldn't try to boil the ocean; instead, focus on solving a specific problem effectively.

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Kathryn Minshew

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Don't believe the hype surrounding startups; focus on understanding your users and providing them with something they truly need and love.

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Avni Patel Thompson

09/22/17

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Building a startup is not about building a product; it's about solving a problem.