David Friedberg on

iteration

2 quotes · Apr 2023 – Mar 2026

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  1. Friedberg asserts iteration rate predicts success more than correctness, and curiosity defines the most successful people.

    “The rate at which you change things is more a predictor of success than doing the right thing. Yeah. And then I think the final thing is just curiosity.”

    43:58 · Jill & Jenna · 19 Mar 2026 · permalink
  2. Friedberg claims 99% of startup assumptions are wrong and success comes from iterating to find the right approach.

    “Most people don't realize when you haven't built a business from the ground up, but 99% of your assumptions are wrong going into it.”

    17:04 · Consumer VC with Mike Gelb · 30 Apr 2023 · permalink

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