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Re:Startup School: Every Company That Applied Is Now Accepted by fapjacks on Tuesday August 21, 2018 @12:20AM (#17806970)
I was a bit surprised to read that comment, as well. Opportunities multiply as they are seized. OTOH, do not interrupt your enemy when he is making a mistake (that was a joke). Anyone in this position has an opportunity many many others do not.
Re:Startup School: Every Company That Applied Is Now Accepted by DoreenMichele on Tuesday August 21, 2018 @12:27AM (#17806988)
Metaphorically, getting into a YC program is not evidence that you are a good egg. Instead, it is a guarantee of being kept warm so you have a chance to hatch.

Even without an advisor, this gives applicants access to important stuff, like discussion with other like-minded individuals who are also reviewing the same materials. That's huge.