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Not exactly. In hindsight, maybe my post was offensive, but I did not intend it to come off that way. I am not looking for the full YC package (I'm not sure i
by jeff18 17y ago
Not exactly. In hindsight, maybe my post was offensive, but I did not intend it to come off that way. I am not looking for the full YC package (I'm not sure if my startup is even eligible to apply). What I meant was specifically
- I would like to hang out with like-minded, serious startup folk in San Francisco.
- I would like to meet a seasoned entrepreneur and have a chat about my plans.
- I would like an introduction to a few investors to bounce some ideas off of.
For those three things, I am not willing to give up 5-10% of my startup, which is profitable, and relatively mature compared to YC investees. Additionally, I am sure a full-fledged YC investment offers far more than those three points. ;)
- dannyr 17y agoThere are events in San Francisco almost everyday where you can meet startup folks. Not to downplay YC but the YC community is just a small part of the startup community in the Bay Area. With regards to meeting seasoned entrepreneurs, just go to events and you'll meet them. Most of them are very generous of their time because they just want to help fellow entrepreneurs. Just remember though especially with meeting investors that you are one of thousands in the Bay Area that wants a face-time with them. I haven't really talked to investors. I ask myself why I am worth their time. In my opinion, I haven't done enough to warrant an audience with them. Well, not yet. ;-)
- jeff18 17y agoThe only ones I know of are Startup at Berkeley and various video game developer meetups. WWDC and GDC are the only two conferences I currently go to. I'd be grateful for any specific recommendations! :)
- dannyr 17y agoLean Startup meetup Mayfield Fund/First Capital Entrepreneurs Helping Entrepreneurs event (great event last night!) Techcrunch parties Google Technology Users Group Startup School HN meetup (There hasn't been one in a while) YC/Startup parties (Heyzap, Remail, Vark the past few weeks) Twitter API meetup IPhone/Android Meetup Startup Weekend Google Campout Google I/O and so much more. Some are paid but all are open to anybody.
- jeff18 17y agoI must sound like a complete dumbass, but could you give me more info? TechCrunch parties <- how do I get in on that? YC/Startup parties <- ditto Entrepreneurs Helping Entrepreneurs event <- this sounds great, but how did you hear about this? Lean Startup meetup <- this looks great! I will definitely be at the next one. Thanks. :)
- dannyr 17y agoTechcrunch parties: by reading Techcrunch. I have been to CrunchUp party, Star Trek and Avatar screening. YC/Startup parties: Some people I know RSVPed on Facebook. I also follow several Twitter accounts of YC founders. Entrepreneurs Helping Entrepreneurs event: Saw it on Techcrunch. I applied and got in.
- baguasquirrel 17y agoVisit the Hacker Dojo in Mountain View on any evening?