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Y Combinator Startup Podcast

Why Investors (including YC) Can’t Fix Your Company

Oct 20, 2022
24:13

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Quick takeaways

  • Founders are responsible for company success, discerning advice crucial.
  • Celebrity influencers could promote but not guarantee startup success, caution advised.

Deep dives

Investor Types and Their Influence on Startups

The podcast discusses how different types of investors, such as those with a finance background or experience in successful big companies, impact startups' growth. It highlights how finance-focused investors tend to suggest solutions involving money, while individuals with experience in large companies focus on scaling processes and hiring rather than product improvement. The conversation emphasizes the importance of discerning when to follow certain advice and the potential pitfalls of adopting advice that may not align with a startup's specific needs.

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