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Parker Conrad

01/11/25

@ Y Combinator

American startups often focus on narrow solutions, while compound software businesses can address broader business process management needs.

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How To Build The Future: Parker Conrad

@ Y Combinator

01/11/25

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Parker Conrad

09/10/24

@ The Social Radars Podcast

The traditional approach to building business software is often limiting; a compound approach with one system that handles multiple functions is more effective.

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Bob McGrew

06/17/25

@ Sequoia Capital

Enterprise applications often require a deep understanding of specific business contexts, which is where startups can find opportunities that larger labs may overlook.

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Y Combinator Cast

01/25/25

@ Y Combinator

Big companies struggle to adapt quickly to new technologies, giving startups an advantage in securing enterprise contracts by being agile and innovative.

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Karri Saarinen

06/05/25

@ FirstRoundCapital

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

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Sequoia Capital Cast

05/07/25

@ Sequoia Capital

To succeed in AI, startups should focus on vertical-specific and function-specific solutions that address complex problems requiring human involvement.

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Parker Conrad

01/11/25

@ Y Combinator

The concept of a 'compound startup' means integrating multiple functions like payroll, benefits, and identity into one cohesive solution.

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Brad Flora

08/27/22

@ Y Combinator

Selling enterprise-grade products to startups can be problematic, especially if the product is designed for larger companies with different needs.

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Michael Seibel

08/27/22

@ Y Combinator

It's a good idea to sell software to startups when you understand their specific needs and can provide a solution that addresses those needs effectively.

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Wade Foster

08/19/17

@ Y Combinator

To expand into enterprise companies, we need to address their specific needs while ensuring our core product remains effective for them.