Many founders applying to Y Combinator are unaware of the full extent of the program's offerings, including ongoing support after the initial three-month period.

During Y Combinator, partners meet individually with startups to provide advice on their challenges.

Watching Y Combinator videos is not a substitute for the real experience of being a YC founder, which includes direct access to partners and exclusive insights not shared publicly.

Y Combinator provides a unique environment where ambitious founders can access resources and support, but ultimately, the founders themselves must do the work to succeed.

Recognizing the benefits of founders having colleagues, we decided to invest in batches, which has become a core part of YC's approach. At Y Combinator, we treat founders like family and prioritize their interests, fostering a strong sense of community even among over 2,000 alumni.

Many successful founders funded by Y Combinator had little to no online presence in the early stages of their companies, and focusing too much on establishing thought leadership can distract from what truly matters: making your company work.

Having the support of the Y Combinator community is invaluable, as it connects you with other founders willing to collaborate and help each other out.

Joining Y Combinator turned out to be one of the best decisions I ever made, especially as we faced severe financial challenges before receiving their support. Starting and running a company as a founder can be a very lonely experience, where you often feel responsible for everyone's future and only you know the reality of the low times.

Getting into Y Combinator is just the beginning; many founders mistakenly believe that this achievement equates to success, but real impact comes from the work that follows.