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Y Combinator Startup Podcast

Should You Start a Startup? with Harj Taggar | Startup School

Dec 13, 2022
17:13

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Quick takeaways

  • Resilience is crucial for startup success, not just initial success markers like confidence.
  • Motivations for starting a startup can evolve over time, with enduring motivations being more important than initial reasons.

Deep dives

Determining if You Should Start a Startup

Starting a startup requires resilience, not just the traits commonly associated with successful founders. Initial success in school or work does not guarantee startup success. Resilient individuals who can handle rejection and setbacks are well-suited for startups. Confidence is not an accurate indicator of resilience. The story of Saji, the founder of a successful startup called Benchlink, illustrates the importance of resilience in overcoming challenges and achieving success.

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