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Y Combinator Cast

04/20/18

@ Y Combinator

Founders should reflect on whether they value all teams equally and recognize their contributions to the company.

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Claire McDonnell and Jennifer Kim on Building an Inclusive Company Culture

@ Y Combinator

Claire McDonnell and Jennifer Kim on Building an Inclusive Company Culture

04/20/18

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Michael Seibel

06/07/19

@ Y Combinator

If you don't see the long-term value in your co-founders, you should reconsider their roles on your team and whether they deserve a generous equity grant.

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Daniel Lereya

04/27/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

We encourage teams to regularly reflect on their contributions and impact, ensuring that everyone is aligned with the company's goals and understands their role in achieving them.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

02/24/15

@ Y Combinator

It's crucial to discuss equity early and openly among founders to ensure everyone feels the split is fair and representative of their contributions.

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Sarah Nahm

07/10/19

@ Y Combinator

Founders must recognize that they can lead their companies to foster a strong diversity and inclusion culture, regardless of their own demographics.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/21/25

@ Y Combinator

It's essential to acknowledge that both co-founders are invested in the success of the startup, which can help mitigate conflicts.

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Jason Kilar

06/02/17

@ Y Combinator

The values and principles of a company reflect those of its founder and CEO, making it essential to establish them thoughtfully from the beginning.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

02/24/15

@ Y Combinator

Founders often make the mistake of focusing on past contributions during equity discussions instead of considering future work and potential.

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Sam Altman

03/18/17

@ Y Combinator

Founders should be generous with equity for early employees, as they are the ones who build the company over time.

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Joe Lonsdale

04/26/24

@ My First Million

You should be generous with equity to founders and early employees to foster a sense of ownership and commitment.