Tools

Explore

Videos Channels Figures

Atmrix

Tools

Explore

Videos Channels Figures

Atmrix

YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/16/22

@ Y Combinator

It's rare for founders to have the same level of experience and insight as successful founders like Parker Conrad, which can lead to unrealistic expectations about product development timelines.

Video

When to Launch Your Startup and When to Wait

@ Y Combinator

When to Launch Your Startup and When to Wait

03/16/22

Related Takeaways

Y Combinator Cast

02/10/22

@ Y Combinator

Founders often struggle with unrealistic expectations, believing that once they launch their product, it will immediately succeed, which can lead to disappointment.

Y Combinator Cast

05/20/22

@ Y Combinator

Founders often underestimate their unique skills and the specific challenges of their startup, thinking that hiring experienced executives will solve their problems.

Y Combinator Cast

03/16/22

@ Y Combinator

Founders often know only a small part of the overall story, which can lead to misguided decisions about when to launch their products.

Y Combinator Cast

05/20/22

@ Y Combinator

It's common for founders to want to hire an executive team prematurely, influenced by the success stories of established companies, but this can be misguided without product-market fit.

Y Combinator Cast

10/29/22

@ Y Combinator

Many founders mistakenly believe their fundraising experience will mirror that of others based on anecdotal evidence, leading to unrealistic expectations about their own fundraising efforts.

Diana Hu

04/22/23

@ Y Combinator

If the founders aren't building the product, they might miss critical insights that could shape its evolution.

Michael Seibel

03/03/22

@ Y Combinator

Many founders mistakenly believe they need to find co-founders with extensive experience, such as a marketing expert or a CTO who has managed large teams, to ensure rapid growth.

Michael Seibel

09/10/22

@ Y Combinator

Talking to an overly optimistic founder can initially be exciting, but as the conversation continues, you may become confused about their lack of tangible progress or insights.

Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

It's a mistake to project your own decisions onto founders; instead, consider what the founding team is likely to do, as their approach may differ significantly from your expectations.