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Y Combinator Cast

05/31/24

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As a founder, you need to sell yourself, especially when your product is still in development. Making potential customers feel valued and showing your commitment to their success can lead to stronger relationships.

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Startup Experts Discuss Doing Things That Don't Scale

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Startup Experts Discuss Doing Things That Don't Scale

05/31/24

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Tyler Bosmeny

09/26/18

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As a founder, you should be spending every moment either building your product or talking to users, which includes selling.

David Siegel

12/08/23

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Engaging directly with customers as a founder can create a strong impression and foster trust, making it easier to build relationships and gain feedback.

Y Combinator Cast

03/01/24

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It's essential for founders to use their own product and feel proud of it; if they can't, it raises questions about its value to others.

Y Combinator Cast

11/22/24

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A founder's role is to clearly communicate the purpose of a product to both the team and the public, which is crucial for its success.

Kevin Hale

07/26/19

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To succeed, you need to demonstrate that you can effectively sell your product and convince customers, rather than just focusing on product development.

Wade Foster

08/19/17

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Building relationships with partners and founders is essential, especially in the early stages of a startup, as it can lead to valuable opportunities.

Aaron Epstein

09/13/24

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In the early stages of your startup, you are the brand; the way you communicate and the effort you put into personalization will stand out to potential customers and partners.

Dalton Caldwell

10/12/19

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Establishing thought leadership and gaining notoriety is a common concern for aspiring founders, but it's essential to focus on building your product first.

Y Combinator Cast

11/27/24

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As a founder, you should be the primary salesperson for your product until you reach significant revenue milestones, like 1 million ARR.