One trait that many of the best founders share is conviction. You can be great at programming, sales, and raising funds — but if you don’t truly believe in what you’re building, you’re probably not going to make it.

But what if you spend years trying to build the perfect product without making sure anyone actually wants it? This week, @daltonc and @mwseibel discuss when to pivot, and when to stick with it: youtu.be/al-15mMAS18

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@ycombinator YCon should give higher preference to repeat founders who gave stuck on the same statements

@ycombinator Many founders define “startup success” as acquisition - almost like flipping real estate. This attitude developed early to mid 2010s pushed by VCs who had to do so for their own interests. Many listened and settled for the level of conviction of a real estate agent.

@ycombinator Good advice. Seeking co-founders now.

@ycombinator This is good advice but it is weird to say "you have to convince yourself". You should already be convinced that it's going to work before starting without having to do any mental gymnastics.

@ycombinator @daltonc Well…we got one right @SumayLu 😆

@ycombinator exactly that is why purpose comes first in my pov

@ycombinator Is this some sort of conviction? 😀