Learn to Identify Meaningful Problems and Opportunities

Focus on customer needs and experiences to:

• Develop customer empathy
• Identify valuable business opportunities
• Create solutions with strong product-market fit

# About the Speaker

Garry Tan is president and CEO of Y Combinator, which funds hundreds of companies per year through a web-based application. Tan is also:

• Co-founder, board partner and advisor of Initialized Capital, an early stage venture capital fund
• Co-founder of Posterous, a blog platform acquired by Twitter

In this presentation, Tan shares advice and insights for aspiring entrepreneurs and startup founders that challenges prevailing wisdom.

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# About Stanford eCorner

Stanford eCorner content is produced by the Stanford Technology Ventures Program (STVP). At STVP, we empower aspiring entrepreneurs to become global citizens who create and scale responsible innovations.

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Startup Execution: Key Aspects and Strategies

# Benefits:

• Improve customer retention and engagement
• Develop effective product iteration processes
• Learn strategies for scaling your startup

# About the Speaker

Garry Tan is president and CEO of Y Combinator, which funds hundreds of companies per year through a web-based application. Tan is also the co-founder, board partner and advisor of Initialized Capital, an early stage venture capital fund, and co-founded Posterous, a blog platform acquired by Twitter.

In this presentation, Tan shares advice and insights for aspiring entrepreneurs and startup founders that challenges prevailing wisdom.

# About Stanford eCorner

Stanford eCorner content is produced by the Stanford Technology Ventures Program (STVP). At STVP, we empower aspiring entrepreneurs to become global citizens who create and scale responsible innovations.

# Connect with Us

• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• YouTube

# Learn More

• eCorner Website
• STVP Website

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Reflect on Personal Experiences in Entrepreneurship

Reflect on your personal experiences and how they shape your entrepreneurial journey. Understand that setbacks and unconventional paths can lead to success.

# Benefits:

• Develop resilience
• Gain perspective on personal growth
• Identify unique strengths and experiences

# About the Speaker

Garry Tan is president and CEO of Y Combinator, which funds hundreds of companies per year through a web-based application. Tan is also the co-founder, board partner and advisor of Initialized Capital, an early stage venture capital fund, and co-founded Posterous, a blog platform acquired by Twitter. In this presentation, Tan shares advice and insights for aspiring entrepreneurs and startup founders that challenges prevailing wisdom.

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• Stanford eCorner content is produced by the Stanford Technology Ventures Program. At STVP, we empower aspiring entrepreneurs to become global citizens who create and scale responsible innovations.*

# Connect with Us

• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• YouTube

# Learn More

• eCorner Website
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Maintaining a Healthy Entrepreneurial Mindset

Focus on maintaining a healthy entrepreneurial mindset and personal well-being while pursuing your startup goals.

# Benefits:

• Develop resilience and mental toughness
• Maintain work-life balance
• Cultivate a positive and growth-oriented mindset

# About the Speaker

Garry Tan is president and CEO of Y Combinator, which funds hundreds of companies per year through a web-based application. Tan is also the co-founder, board partner and advisor of Initialized Capital, an early stage venture capital fund, and co-founded Posterous, a blog platform acquired by Twitter. In this presentation, Tan shares advice and insights for aspiring entrepreneurs and startup founders that challenges prevailing wisdom.

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# About Stanford eCorner

Stanford eCorner content is produced by the Stanford Technology Ventures Program (STVP). At STVP, we empower aspiring entrepreneurs to become global citizens who create and scale responsible innovations.

# Connect with Us

• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• YouTube

# Learn More

• eCorner Website
• STVP Website

Support our mission of providing students and educators around the world with free access to Stanford University's network of entrepreneurial thought leaders: Donate Here

Becoming a Well-Rounded Entrepreneur

Focus on developing a diverse set of skills to become a well-rounded entrepreneur. Embrace the concept of being a 'super knife' rather than a specialized tool.

# Benefits:

• Expand your skill set
• Increase adaptability in various business situations
• Enhance problem-solving capabilities

# About Garry Tan

Garry Tan is president and CEO of Y Combinator, which funds hundreds of companies per year through a web-based application. Tan is also the co-founder, board partner and advisor of Initialized Capital, an early stage venture capital fund, and co-founded Posterous, a blog platform acquired by Twitter. In this presentation, Tan shares advice and insights for aspiring entrepreneurs and startup founders that challenges prevailing wisdom.

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# About Stanford eCorner

Stanford eCorner content is produced by the Stanford Technology Ventures Program (STVP). At STVP, we empower aspiring entrepreneurs to become global citizens who create and scale responsible innovations.

# Connect with us:

• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• YouTube

# Learn more:

• eCorner Website
• STVP Website

Support our mission of providing students and educators around the world with free access to Stanford University's network of entrepreneurial thought leaders: Donate here