Hey Sam!
Thanks for doing this AMA.
You talk a lot about the relentless focus on product & growth. Obviously, every great startup has these and cannot succeed without them. Another important part seems to be a person's network (which helps with hiring, fundraising, sales, and more, a big value of the YC network).
Most first time founders won't have t…See more
@sydney_liu_sl The best way to effectively build a network is to have a product that is at least somewhat interesting. To use Brian's example, he didn't have runaway growth, but he had actually built a product and had a few users which was enough for some people to be willing to meet with him and help him. Most people looking to "network" have just an idea…See more
