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Gustaf Alströmer

12/30/22

@ Y Combinator

Selling to people within your network is generally easier than selling to strangers. Leverage your connections to gain initial customers.

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How to Get Your First Customers | Startup School

@ Y Combinator

How to Get Your First Customers | Startup School

12/30/22

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Tyler Bosmeny

09/26/18

@ Y Combinator

Using your network is crucial for finding prospects; many of my earliest deals came from connections.

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Gustaf Alströmer

12/30/22

@ Y Combinator

Even if your growth strategy involves referrals or virality, personal networks can be a great way to start acquiring customers.

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Gustaf Alströmer

12/30/22

@ Y Combinator

Your first customers should be the easiest to acquire. Focus on simplifying the sales process and prioritize leads that are most likely to close, rather than trying to chase every potential lead.

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Nicolas Dessaigne

11/27/24

@ Y Combinator

Outreach is essential for gaining initial traction; start by connecting with your network and gradually expand to reach more potential users.

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Y Combinator Cast

02/24/15

@ Y Combinator

To get that first meeting with investors, leverage your network and seek introductions rather than cold emailing.

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Joe Lonsdale

04/26/24

@ My First Million

You should leverage your network to find and attract top talent to your ventures, as this is a significant advantage.

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Joe Lonsdale

04/26/24

@ My First Million

You should leverage your network to find and attract top talent to your ventures, as this is a significant advantage.

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Elad Gil

10/18/18

@ Y Combinator

Getting introductions through mutual connections is crucial for founders to access investors, customers, and hires.

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Eric Migicovsky

10/13/18

@ Y Combinator

To get your first customers, infiltrate communities where your target audience discusses products and services, and leverage personal relationships with bloggers and influencers.