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Justin Kan

05/17/19

@ a16z

As a repeat entrepreneur, I find that while I can raise more money and attract talent, there are also many distractions that pull my attention.

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10+1 Lessons from Serial Entrepreneur Justin Kan

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10+1 Lessons from Serial Entrepreneur Justin Kan

05/17/19

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It's easy to get distracted by shiny objects and fun tasks instead of addressing the core issues that will truly move the needle for my business.

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Entrepreneurs often have a higher rate of attention problems compared to the general population, which can be comorbid with issues like anxiety and bipolar disorder.

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The paradox of choice can be a huge problem for successful entrepreneurs, as there are many opportunities but limited focus.

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Young startups often feel the urge to do everything at once, which can lead to distractions from their core mission.

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Naval Ravikant

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I'm fundamentally an entrepreneur, and any day I solve the same problem twice in a row, I'm pretty unhappy. I like to do something different every day.

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Sam Altman

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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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Dalton Caldwell

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Thinking like a VC often involves analyzing markets and trends, which can distract founders from focusing on their unique startup vision.

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To be productive, founders need to clear out distractions and protect their time aggressively, as the world will otherwise steal their energy.

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Having been a founder myself helps me as an investor because I understand the challenges and can identify kindred spirits among entrepreneurs.