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Daniel Vassallo on X: "The deadline for YC S24 is tomorrow. Here's why you SHOULD NOT APPLY TO YC: YC seems like a reasonable proposition. They give you some money to help start your business, and the

The post discusses reasons why one should not apply to YC (Y Combinator) despite its promises of funding and access to a helpful community. It highlights concepts like ergodicity and the non-ergodic nature of the Silicon Valley industry, and questions the effectiveness of YC's approach to success. The author emphasizes the importance of embracing randomness, avoiding a singular focus, and building a portfolio of multiple income streams.

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Apr 20, 2024•1m read time•From twitter.com
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