I have actually applied three times. Each time the business was at a different stage, but the basics were the same: Highly-experienced team, huge market, great

I have actually applied three times. Each time the business was at a different stage, but the basics were the same: Highly-experienced team, huge market, great product. Our last application was extremely strong, and we didn't even get an interview. The reality is that YC is skewed towards certain types of products and people. For example, they don't like media or news very much. IMHO they should be more clear about the types of businesses they want. But that's all fine, it's their system, their rules. I just don't want to play the game any more. Here's a little comic strip (apologies to Dilbert) that may help you in your quest: http://i.imgur.com/QuyIGgO.jpg http://i.imgur.com/QuyIGgO.jpg