제시카 리빙스턴
Co-founder of Y Combinator; author of Founders at Work
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After the success of the first batch in Cambridge, the founders realized others would soon copy their model. They decided to run the next batch in Silicon Valley to ensure they became the dominant player in that region.
LessonMove quickly to establish your brand in the most important market before competitors can claim it.
YC was able to move its entire operations from Cambridge to Silicon Valley within a few months. This was only possible because they had kept the team small and nimble instead of hiring many people early on.
LessonKeeping overhead low and teams small allows a startup to pivot or relocate quickly when opportunities arise.
After years of intense work at YC, Livingston took a year-long sabbatical in 2016. She used this time to focus on family and reflect on future projects she wanted to pursue.
LessonStepping back from daily operations can provide the clarity needed for the next phase of growth.
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