Y Combinator Startup Podcast

Paul Graham: Should you move to Silicon Valley?

May 13, 2026·21 min·4-min readsolotechnology
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The most important thing ambitious startup founders can do is go to Silicon Valley, even if temporarily, to immerse themselves in its dense ecosystem of talent, speed, and culture. Returning home afterward not only improves their own startups but also helps elevate local hubs like Stockho

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Paul Graham

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Paul GrahamSam AltmanBrian CheskyYuri SagalovMaxRon Conway

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Y CombinatorDropboxSequoia

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EntrepreneurshipLeadershipScalingStartupsTech IndustryVenture Capital

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