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Michael Seibel

04/01/22

@ Y Combinator

Successful founders know their metrics intimately, discussing them with precision rather than vague estimates.

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How Future Billionaires Get Sh*t Done

@ Y Combinator

04/01/22

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Tom Blomfield

12/16/23

@ Y Combinator

It's impressive when founders can fluently discuss key metrics like daily active users or annual revenue per user, as it shows they are in command of their metrics.

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Tom Blomfield

12/16/23

@ Y Combinator

Founders often launch without metrics and then scramble to build them afterward; it's crucial to integrate basic metrics into your product before launching.

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Y Combinator Cast

04/28/17

@ Y Combinator

Founders should know key metrics like cash position and burn rate to communicate effectively with investors.

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Y Combinator Cast

02/13/25

@ Y Combinator

It's crucial for founders to be honest with themselves about their spending and revenue expectations, as unrealistic assumptions can lead to financial failure.

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Tom Blomfield

12/16/23

@ Y Combinator

Avoid vanity metrics and focus on clear, actionable metrics that can guide your startup's strategy and decision-making processes.

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Aydin Senkut

04/16/25

@ EO

Startups must focus on measuring the right metrics comprehensively to understand their performance and drive success.

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Y Combinator Cast

06/09/22

@ Y Combinator

Smart founders understand their unique situations and know how to apply general advice to their specific circumstances, rather than panicking over external market conditions.

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David Lieb

08/30/24

@ Y Combinator

Founders often don't understand what their analytics numbers represent, so it's crucial to know your data before relying on it.

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Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

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