"I think a lot of it is, customers are not an end," he says. "These people are trying to build things for... Yeah. Do you like them? Now, you brought this up." It's all about how to get VC dollars, and that's what we're here to do, right? He adds: "We actually don't care. Hey, it's not for me, but maybe they want it".
In this first in-person episode, Michael Seibel and Dalton Caldwell reveal how startups can gain a competitive advantage by doing something deceptively simple. They share compelling stories of companies that built loyal relationships and achieved success by making personal connections with users. In contrast, they discuss the traps early-stage founders make by trying to emulate big tech. If you want to build a business that customers love and that thrives in the long run, this advice on why caring deeply about your customers is key.
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