Paul Graham: What are some common mistakes founders make?

Summary

Founders often make the mistake of not paying enough attention to users and instead focus on their own vision. They spend time thinking about their vision without talking to users, which is a mistake. It is important to talk to users and find someone who has a problem that they are willing to pay to fix. Founders also tend to not ship fast enough because they are embarrassed to ship something unfinished and face feedback. However, facing feedback is the only way to improve. The mistake is shrinking from contact with the real world and users.

Founders often neglect user feedback and focus solely on their own vision.
It is crucial to talk to users and find someone who is willing to pay for a solution to their problem.
Many founders are hesitant to ship unfinished products and face feedback.
However, facing feedback is necessary for improvement and growth.
Avoid the mistake of avoiding contact with the real world and users.

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