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Y Combinator Cast

06/01/16

@ Y Combinator

The three of us here have extensive experience in dealing with co-founder relationships, including many founder breakups, which often lead to the company's failure due to interpersonal issues rather than business problems.

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Q&A with YC at the Female Founders Conference 2016

@ Y Combinator

Q&A with YC at the Female Founders Conference 2016

06/01/16

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Harj Taggar

09/27/24

@ Y Combinator

The most common reason for co-founder breakups is a lack of respect, often stemming from differing roles and responsibilities.

Jessica Livingston

10/25/13

@ Y Combinator

Founder relationships are crucial to a startup's success; founder breakups can severely impact productivity and morale.

Patrick Collison

11/05/15

@ Greylock

Many successful co-founders have strong relationships that help them persist through challenges, unlike many companies that face insurmountable disagreements.

Jessica Livingston

05/29/17

@ Y Combinator

Cofounder relationships are critical to a startup's success, and cofounder disputes can significantly harm productivity and morale.

Y Combinator Cast

03/21/25

@ Y Combinator

Self-abandonment in co-founder relationships can lead to burnout and unresolved issues, which ultimately harm the startup.

Michael Seibel

05/26/22

@ Y Combinator

Co-founder disputes can be more challenging than investor issues because they affect your home base; a strong relationship is essential to survive inevitable friction.

Y Combinator Cast

03/21/25

@ Y Combinator

The relationship dynamics between co-founders can significantly impact the startup's success, as they make countless decisions together.

Kat Mañalac

03/17/17

@ Y Combinator

It's important for co-founders to know how they will respond to each other during conflicts, as the co-founder relationship is as significant as a long-term romantic relationship.

Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

In co-founder conflicts, it's essential to communicate openly, as most relationship issues stem from communication breakdowns.