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Y Combinator Cast

05/20/22

@ Y Combinator

Many founders experience burnout due to people problems, realizing that managing a team can drain their energy instead of energizing them.

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05/20/22

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Jennifer Kim

04/20/18

@ Y Combinator

Founders should prioritize their well-being, as being burnt out makes it difficult to lead a positive company culture.

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Michael Seibel

09/10/22

@ Y Combinator

If you find yourself feeling drained after conversations with a founder, it may indicate that they are too pessimistic, affecting the morale of the team.

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Sam Altman

03/18/17

@ Y Combinator

Dealing with burnout as a founder is challenging; you must keep going despite the difficulties, rely on your support network, and address the challenges to eventually feel better.

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Peter H. Diamandis

05/31/25

@ Peter H. Diamandis

Many startups fail because founders pursue them for money rather than passion, leading to burnout before success.

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Ben Silbermann

11/09/16

@ Y Combinator

The biggest risk for a startup is the founders becoming discouraged and burning out, which can be exacerbated by tying personal worth to the company's success.

YC

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.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/21/25

@ Y Combinator

The journey of building a startup often involves personal growth, and founders need to ensure they create a work culture that aligns with their values to avoid burnout.

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Erin Frey

06/03/17

@ Y Combinator

Stress, anxiety, and depression are common issues for founders due to the overwhelming uncertainty and pressure they face.

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Dalton Caldwell

01/06/22

@ Y Combinator

In many startup teams, not all founders share the same level of passion for the problem they are solving, which can create challenges.