Things I Can't Say [in my YC Application]
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It was very difficult to explain my concept in one minute - it took 42 takes, and I still feel like I left out something important.
My application felt robotic and very technical, which is not at all like me. I tried to have more of myself come through where I could.
There was so much I wanted to say about my passion for people, and how I want to create a fun, interesting, and contemporary work environment that fosters innovation and creativity.
I want to be challenged, work with experienced people, and learn everything I can about running the best business possible. I am also confident of my skills and drive, and getting this company up and running is my life goal. All of my other goals and ideas revolve around it (except for breathing, etc).
On the other hand, PG at least, speaks a lot of determination, maybe even being the determining quality of success (after the initial choosing/starting I guess). You can have a seriously cool hack (or series of them) and have no determination at all, but there is no question "Tell us about a time, you, izak30, persevered against huge odds".