Can founders still become wealthy relatively quickly?
Replied byDalton Caldwell
Managing Partner at Y Combinator
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It does happen, but usually not in the way people expect. The founders who experience rapid success are often those who build something unique, useful, and respected by other builders. Their focus is on creating exceptional products rather than finding clever ways to sell their company.
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