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“You can work hard and be smart, but you need to think about when you're going to be part of a startup and build it. You only have so much energy, whether you want to admit it or not.” quote by Eric Yuan
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“You can work hard and be smart, but you need to think about when you're going to be part of a startup and build it. You only have so much energy, whether you want to admit it or not.”

Eric Yuan

About This Quote

Source Speech: Startup Advice, Eric Yuan, 2020

Balancing effort with strategic timing is crucial; you must know when to commit energy to a startup.

In simple terms: Know when to invest energy in a startup.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize timing over sheer effort.

Themes

strategy energy timing startup focus

Mood

reflective pragmatic

Type

advice motivational

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • entrepreneurship
  • project selection
  • energy management

Key Concepts

Opportunity cost resource allocation burnout

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you delayed a project for the “right” moment?
  • How do you assess your energy limits?
A Different Perspective

Too much focus on timing can cause missed opportunities if over‑cautious.

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