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Keith Rabois

04/20/17

@ Y Combinator

Finding 'barrels'—irreplaceable team members with specific skills—is crucial, and once you have them, you should reward them with equity and recognition.

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How to Operate with Keith Rabois (How to Start a Startup 2014: Lecture 14)

@ Y Combinator

How to Operate with Keith Rabois (How to Start a Startup 2014: Lecture 14)

04/20/17

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Michael Seibel

08/16/24

@ Y Combinator

Equity should be viewed as a tool to motivate the team, not something to hoard.

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Kathryn Minshew

06/20/14

@ Y Combinator

Building a strong team is essential, and understanding what motivates potential hires beyond money can help attract talent.

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Keith Rabois

04/20/17

@ Y Combinator

In an open office, observe who employees approach for help; if they seek assistance from someone they don't report to, that person is likely a 'barrel' and should be promoted.

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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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Dr. Elizabeth Iorns

03/13/14

@ Y Combinator

Building the right team is essential; they must share your vision and care about the problem you're trying to solve.

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JC B.

04/23/25

@ EO

Building a resilient team with diverse skills is vital, especially when facing challenges like running out of capital.

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Kathryn Minshew

03/13/14

@ Y Combinator

Building a strong team is crucial; recruit individuals who are passionate about your mission and align with their personal and professional goals.

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Alexandra

09/18/18

@ Y Combinator

Hiring A-players is crucial; it's important to find people who are passionate about your mission, not just skilled individuals.

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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.