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Applying to YC by Sam Altman

Internet

Internet · 7m ago

Applying to YC by Sam Altman

In his blog post "Applying to YC", Sam Altman addresses common misconceptions about applying to Y Combinator (YC). He clarifies that YC funds startups at various stages, from those with just an idea to those generating significant revenue. Founders often report substantial value from the program, which justifies the equity taken. Altman encourages applicants to reach out to alumni for insights and emphasizes that previous rejections shouldn't deter future applications, as many successful founders applied multiple times. He highlights that YC welcomes applications without prior introductions, aiming to discover promising startups from unknown founders, which is central to their model.

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