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Re:Common Misconceptions About Applying to YC by dsacco on Thursday September 22, 2016 @07:46PM (#12561299)
>>Or put in another way: Should you network with YC alumni in case you ever want to apply?

Absolutely, yes. It doesn't mean that you will certainly get in, but having a professional relationship with one or more influential YC alumni will be very helpful.

Like almost anywhere else in life, networking is an essential business skill to have and use.

Re:Common Misconceptions About Applying to YC by mkagenius on Friday September 23, 2016 @01:39AM (#12562559)
not good
Re:Common Misconceptions About Applying to YC by wslh on Friday September 23, 2016 @08:03AM (#12563917)
Why not? Relationships give trust. On the other hand I think if you don't have any relationship but your business is obviously good I am sure you will be selected.