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49. What EVERY startup needs to know: Wisdom from Y Combinator

49. What EVERY startup needs to know: Wisdom from Y Combinator

Update: 2025-05-28
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Y Combinator is widely regarded as the world’s leading startup accelerator, having helped launch companies now worth a combined $800 billion! So when they speak, it’s worth paying close attention. Today, we’re diving into some timeless wisdom from Y Combinator co-founder Paul Graham.

Could a couple of key insights change your chance of success?

Also in today’s episode, we'll take a look at the launch of a new Big 4 spin-out consulting firm, Unity. They are backed by $300 million of PE money.  But are they different enough to cut the mustard?

What to look forward to:

00:35 Growth lessons from Y Combinator

18:11 Where’s The Difference? The Cobbler’s Children Run Barefoot at Unity

There is more information on how to design your category on our blog

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49. What EVERY startup needs to know: Wisdom from Y Combinator

49. What EVERY startup needs to know: Wisdom from Y Combinator