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Good to know about the Alumni. But the track record, well it is hard to get a better indicator that you are a good team than a successfull previous startup. I w
by soneca 13y ago
Good to know about the Alumni. But the track record, well it is hard to get a better indicator that you are a good team than a successfull previous startup. I would say that he wanted to know the quality of your words just to check that wasn't just luck that made you successfull.
Anyway, is not that I demotivated, I just know I will have to find different ways to prove I am worthy the bet of YC.
To be fair, two great advices I took from your post: Explain don’t sell and Explain your startup to your non-technical friends. Thanks! ;)
- jnovek 13y ago" But the track record, well it is hard to get a better indicator that you are a good team than a successfull previous startup." While this was probably true for Amir, YC routinely rejects founders who have previously built startups for other reasons -- eg, insufficient traction. Regarding your application: I was one of the alums who reviewed Amir's application. I will generally review a few each application period and give pointers. Most YC alums that I'be known will do the same if they're not too busy with their respective companies/lives at the time. Just politely E-Mail them, be prepared and treat them like you think their time is valuable.
- aelaguiz 13y agoIf you're courteous and succinct most alumni will treat you in kind. Except for jnovek who is to be avoided at all costs.