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Stop Obsessing Over the 'Perfect' Idea
@ a16z speedrun
05/12/25
Takeaways
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Joshua Lu
05/12/25
@ a16z speedrun
The most crucial qualities for early founding teams are passion, resilience, and grit, especially when facing challenges without clear data to validate their path.
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Joshua Lu
05/12/25
@ a16z speedrun
As an entrepreneur, you must believe in your idea even when others do not, and sometimes you have to will your vision into existence despite external resistance.
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Joshua Lu
05/12/25
@ a16z speedrun
Speedrun is A16Z's early-stage program designed to support entrepreneurs in tech, AI, and entertainment, providing a 12-week intensive boot camp for founders.
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Joshua Lu
05/12/25
@ a16z speedrun
To succeed, you need to put enough energy into your venture to overcome inertia and external challenges, fostering a collaborative and passionate environment among your team.
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Joshua Lu
05/12/25
@ a16z speedrun
In the fast-evolving landscape of technology and gaming, being flexible and willing to discard outdated knowledge is essential for staying competitive and learning new things quickly.
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Joshua Lu
05/12/25
@ a16z speedrun
When we started Speedrun, we aimed to support talented game developers who have great ideas but lack the knowledge to operate a venture-backed startup.
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Joshua Lu
05/12/25
@ a16z speedrun
We also wanted to help tech entrepreneurs who love games but aren't formally trained in game design and need guidance on building a community.
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Joshua Lu
05/12/25
@ a16z speedrun
Over time, we expanded Speedrun's focus beyond just game studios to include a broader range of innovative companies, recognizing that creativity can emerge from various sectors.
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Joshua Lu
05/12/25
@ a16z speedrun
In the age of AI, the most valuable resource is new human thought, which arises from environments that foster creativity and collaboration among people.
JL
Joshua Lu
05/12/25
@ a16z speedrun
The most timeless qualities for entrepreneurs are resilience, passion, and the ability to lead through ambiguity, especially during challenging times.
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Joshua Lu
05/12/25
@ a16z speedrun
Getting a team to stay motivated and aligned during tough times is one of the hardest challenges for any entrepreneur.
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Joshua Lu
05/12/25
@ a16z speedrun
At Speedrun, we are excited to share our learnings and support founders who are building innovative companies.