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but the value prop of it seems to be diminishing as it grows Just some of the things that have become better as YC has grown... - guaranteed convertible debt

by zaidf 15y ago

but the value prop of it seems to be diminishing as it grows Just some of the things that have become better as YC has grown... - guaranteed convertible debt money waiting for you after YC - meetings with the best VCs - tailored advice from (more and more) folks who have done it again and again So even in the worst case scenario where your point re: access turns out true(I do not think it is), there are many, many things about YC's offering which get better for each coming batch.

indyT 15y ago
- guaranteed convertible debt money waiting for you after YC - meetings with the best VCs These could easily dry up if the yc batches do not maintain their perceived high quality. I'm not saying it will happen but it must be a concern? - tailored advice from (more and more) folks who have done it again and again This is my point, you can get this advice easily outside of YC.
- zaidf 15y ago
  This is my point, you can get this advice easily outside of YC. I disagree. There are a lot of experienced people willing to learn about your business and provide you valuable insights but in almost all cases, they have some interest of future gains - such as investing in a future round. When that is not the case, it is still pretty rare to get someone experienced to really get involved in your business and offer non-generic advice over a prolonged period of time.