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This is very interesting, but the topics covered make it seem like YC is only focused on advising companies how to raise more money.
by bkudria 16y ago
This is very interesting, but the topics covered make it seem like YC is only focused on advising companies how to raise more money.
- pg 16y agoHrm, that's not good. Most of the convos are actually about the product. We only switch to talking about investors towards the end of the 3 months, and even then we talk more about the product. Maybe it seems that way because this talks about all the stuff that's common to all the startups, and the things to do with the product are usually more startup-specific than those to do with investors.
- bkudria 16y agoRight - my point isn't: YC only advises on investment topics, but: This overview makes it look like YC only advises on investment topics. I'm the last person to give you writing advice, but maybe some examples would help.
- jon_dahl 16y agoMost of the dinners and office hours are focused on building a great startup, not raising money. There is structure around raising money (angel day, demo day, sequoia, etc.), but it's definitely a minority of the focus. I'd also say that even the fundraising stuff isn't just about raising money. Having a smart angel investor give you feedback on your startup isn't just about raising money; it's also about building a product, a team, and a company.
- bkudria 16y agoAgreed. And, pg has already written plenty about advising startups to build things people want - I just want more :)
- robg 16y agoThat wasn't my takeaway. The emphasis to me was on how the creative process is nurtured and accelerated. I'm actually surprised by how many times the word "event" occurs, but stepping back that makes sense. Events are opportunities for action.