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Kat Mañalac

03/17/17

@ Y Combinator

A bad co-founder relationship is infinitely worse than being a solo founder, as co-founder disputes often kill promising early-stage companies.

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Kat Manalac's Whale AMA

@ Y Combinator

03/17/17

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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.

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Sam Altman

03/18/17

@ Y Combinator

It's better to have no co-founder than a bad one; many successful startups have thrived with just the founders in the early stages, emphasizing the importance of careful selection.

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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.

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Y Combinator Cast

03/21/25

@ Y Combinator

Having a co-founder can provide essential support during challenging times, making it easier to navigate the ups and downs of startup life, as opposed to going solo.

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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.

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Jessica Livingston

10/25/13

@ Y Combinator

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

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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.

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Harj Taggar

09/27/24

@ Y Combinator

Finding a co-founder is essential for startup success, as it's incredibly challenging to succeed alone.

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Kat Mañalac

05/24/19

@ Y Combinator

You can start a really successful company as a solo founder, but it's hard. Having a co-founder helps you share tasks and the emotional burden of starting a company.