Rejection is a common experience in startups; even famous companies faced significant rejection early on.

Solo founders face challenges in gaining acceptance into Y Combinator, with a noticeable decline in their representation in recent batches.

Many successful founders have applied to Y Combinator multiple times before being accepted, so don't hesitate to apply again.

Last year, over 15,000 people registered for Startup School, with about 5,000 graduating, and 391 of those interviewed for the last YC batch, resulting in over 60 accepted companies.

Don't let rejection hold you back; persistence is essential in the startup journey, as you'll face many rejections along the way.

It's a misconception that being too far along in your startup's development disqualifies you from applying to Y Combinator; many successful applicants have raised significant funding before joining.

Many successful applicants to Y Combinator were not first-time applicants; getting comfortable with taking risks and applying even when you think you might not succeed is crucial for growth. Persistence shows character and can lead to success, so don't be afraid to pursue opportunities even if the odds seem low.

Many applicants believe they are too early to apply to Y Combinator, but history shows that many successful companies pivoted after being accepted, indicating that there is no such thing as being too early.

Don't let the fear of rejection or past failures prevent you from applying to Y Combinator; applying multiple times can actually be a positive factor in your favor.