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That application is a joy to read. One answer stands out for me, it probably was instrumental in the eventual success for dropbox: # Do any founders have ot
by 0x12 15y ago
That application is a joy to read.
One answer stands out for me, it probably was instrumental in the eventual success for dropbox:
# Do any founders have other commitments between June and August 2007 inclusive?
> No; I've given notice at Bit9 to work on this full time regardless of YC funding.
That's really great. Drew had already decided to push ahead, with or without YC, he basically positioned himself to negotiate from strength, in turn increasing his chances of getting funded by YC.
That's showing a lot of business savvy there. Instead of coming 'cap in hand' he's telling YC: "If you want on board you may, but the train will run regardless."
- pg 15y agoThat does count for a lot with us. It's surprising how many of the groups who apply have a cofounder who's not willing to quit his or her job. It's a worrying sign when someone who knows the company a lot better than we do isn't willing to bet on it. But again, there are always exceptions.
- lawnchair_larry 15y agoThat's just common sense. I am not encouraging dishonesty, but I think you would be a fool to expect funding and not answer that question in this way. I actually assumed that question is in there just to weed out applicants. Edit: More specifically, the "If we don't fund you, will you do it anyway" question.