* If English is your second language, don't worry * Be truthful and give the whole story * You win with growth, good metrics (acceleration > size) and good ex

* If English is your second language, don't worry * Be truthful and give the whole story * You win with growth, good metrics (acceleration > size) and good execution. * live close to YC * talk to your batch mates * listen to YC partners' advice * learn to talk slowly * fundraising is not a right * be humble * YC will continue to help after your batch is over * pay it forward