Join Y Combinator's Startup School 2019 for Global Connections & Specialized Resources

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TLDR Encourage entrepreneurs to join Y Combinator's Startup School to improve their skills, connect with a global community of founders, and access specialized resources for all types of startups.

Key insights

  • πŸ“š
    The course includes lectures from YC alumni and partners, providing valuable insights and guidance to the founders.
  • 🀝
    Asking for help from fellow classmates in the forums is a crucial part of the YC experience, where the community is formed and valuable connections are made.
  • πŸ’‘
    Startup School aims to provide a structured curriculum and support for entrepreneurs to work on their passion projects and ideas, helping them improve how they think and talk about their startups.
  • 🌍
    Y Combinator's Startup School has built a global community of founders, with 28,000 participants and 25,000 auditors, creating a unique and unprecedented scale for support and collaboration.
  • πŸ’°
    Applying for Startup School not only gives you a chance at a $15,000 equity-free grant, but also a chance at $150,000 for YC Corp companies.
  • πŸ’‘
    Launching a startup doesn't mean having a polished product, but rather something that can be put in front of users and start being used.
  • 🧠
    "The best way to make sure that you're building and making something people want is by talking to users and learning from them."
  • 🎯
    The goal of Startup School is to provide practical and tactical information that participants can use right away.
  • πŸ’°
    Startups in the program have the opportunity to secure deals and credits worth over $30,000 from top companies like AWS, Google, Microsoft, Brax, and Stripe.

Q&A

  • What is the purpose of Y Combinator's Startup School?

    β€” The purpose of Y Combinator's Startup School is to encourage entrepreneurs to join and improve their skills, connect with a global community of founders, and access specialized resources for all types of startups.

  • How can I get help and support during Startup School?

    β€” You can get help and support during Startup School by participating in the Y Combinator startup school forums and building a supportive community with your fellow classmates.

  • What are the eligibility requirements for the $15,000 grant?

    β€” To be eligible for the $15,000 grant, you must attend eight out of ten weekly updates and group sessions, and submit a simple application by September 25th.

  • How often are the weekly progress updates due?

    β€” The weekly progress updates are due on Wednesdays by 4 p.m.

  • What are the benefits of participating in Startup School?

    β€” Participating in Startup School allows you to learn from lectures and ideas presented by thousands of founders, access specialized tracks for various verticals, and potentially receive over $30,000 worth of deals and credits from top companies.

Timestamped Summary

  • πŸš€
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    Join Y Combinator's Startup School to improve your entrepreneurial skills, connect with a global community of founders, and access specialized resources for all types of startups.
  • πŸ’°
    09:49
    Apply for a $15,000 equity-free grant and a chance at $150,000 for YC Corp companies by attending 8 out of 10 weekly updates and group sessions.
  • πŸ“ˆ
    16:45
    Launch quickly, track revenue metrics, and prioritize user feedback.
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    19:23
    Make sure to update your Y Combinator profile accurately and submit weekly updates by Wednesday at 4 p.m. to participate in group sessions and receive feedback on your progress and pitches.
  • πŸš€
    23:48
    Startup School matches single founders with 50-80 startups, offers 20 lectures by YC partners, and hosts events worldwide for practical and tactical discussions.
  • πŸ“…
    27:19
    Startup School hosts live meetups for accepted participants on Saturdays, and YC has a directory feature for finding companies and co-founders, but spamming the directory will result in a ban.
  • πŸ“š
    29:56
    Utilize the expertise of 28,000 founders in the YC forums and read articles in Start-up School to gain new insights and support for your startup.
  • πŸ’°
    34:58
    Graduating from Startup School program gives you access to over $30,000 worth of deals and credits from top companies without sharing them with others.
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