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YC

Y Combinator Cast

01/27/22

@ Y Combinator

The best founders demonstrate discipline by consistently doing the right thing, even when not pressured by external circumstances.

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Simple Products That Became Big Companies – Dalton Caldwell and Michael Seibel

@ Y Combinator

Simple Products That Became Big Companies – Dalton Caldwell and Michael Seibel

01/27/22

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The best founders are those who truly understand the problem they are solving, which drives their persistence even in tough times.

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The best founders are extremely focused and persistent, often trying different approaches until they succeed.

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Discipline in execution is often mistaken for genius; many successful founders are simply better at avoiding distractions and focusing on their work.

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Successful founders are those who can consistently engage in focused work, which is a key differentiator in their performance.

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Founders should be proactive in making tough decisions to steer their startups towards profitability, rather than relying on external pressures or advice.

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When founders stick to an idea for a long time, it demonstrates their perseverance, which is crucial in the challenging startup environment.

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Maintaining focus is critical for success. Founders should resist distractions and avoid getting sidetracked by external opportunities that do not align with their core mission.

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A great founder must balance persistence in their vision with the flexibility to adapt based on feedback and changing circumstances.

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Good founders excel at identifying when they need to overthink versus when to take action; most of the work lies in executing rather than over-optimizing.