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Gustaf Alströmer

08/16/19

@ Y Combinator

Many successful companies focus on one or two marketing channels rather than trying to utilize all available options.

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Gustaf Alströmer - Growth for Startups

@ Y Combinator

08/16/19

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Nikhil Kamath Cast

10/07/23

@ Nikhil Kamath

I believe in investing in fewer people for marketing rather than trying to reach everyone; this focused approach can yield better results.

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Adora Cheung

03/20/17

@ Y Combinator

In the early stages, focus on one growth channel at a time. Execute on it for a week, and if it works, continue until it caps out. If it doesn't, move on to another channel.

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Sam Altman

11/09/24

@ Y Combinator

We focused on one approach rather than spreading our resources too thin, which is a key takeaway for startups.

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Kevin Hale

03/25/17

@ Y Combinator

Avoid pursuing multiple product directions simultaneously, as this can lead to wasted time and resources; focus on small, manageable projects instead.

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Harvard Innovation Labs Cast

06/12/13

@ Harvard Innovation Labs

Startups should focus on a narrow market segment initially to avoid overwhelming themselves and to build a solid foundation for growth.

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Harvard Innovation Labs Cast

06/12/13

@ Harvard Innovation Labs

Many startups fail because they try to do too much at once; it's better to expand on success one customer at a time.

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Brian Chesky

04/06/17

@ Y Combinator

Great companies excel in multiple areas, including technology, branding, and culture, and should not be viewed solely as marketing companies.

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David Senra

12/17/24

@ Chris Williamson

The greatest entrepreneurs prioritize ruthlessly, focusing on a few key details to perfect rather than spreading themselves too thin.

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Jean Lee

01/03/24

@ EO

To achieve simplicity, it's crucial to ruthlessly prioritize a few core offerings rather than trying to excel at multiple tasks.