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This is a summary of a YouTube video "How to Find a Cofounder - Kat Manalac" by Y Combinator!
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Meeting a co-founder through school or work, having a fair equity split, and building a cohesive team with complementary skills are crucial for the long-term success of a startup.

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    Meeting a co-founder is crucial for building a successful company, according to a Y Combinator partner.
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    YC recommends co-founding teams with split equity for a successful startup, as having a co-founder can alleviate tasks and emotional burden, and most successful teams met in school.
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    33% of female founder teams meet at school or work, while mutual friends are also a common way to find co-founders.
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    Meeting a potential co-founder through school or work is ideal for building respect and context over time.
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    A team that can build, sell, and communicate effectively is the ideal team for pitching a product.
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    A team's success depends on their ability to work together for the long term, which requires prior experience and cohesion.
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    A fair equity split among co-founders is crucial for long-term success and commitment to the company.
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This is a summary of a YouTube video "How to Find a Cofounder - Kat Manalac" by Y Combinator!
4.2 (41 votes)