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benologist on Oct 4, 2011 | parent | context | favorite | on: YC Application Checklist (apps due in 1 week)

Considering how competitive it is if you have friends willing to vouch for you then do it, with so many applicants it's very easy for you to slip through the cracks whether you should or not.

Beyond YC don't be afraid to leverage your contacts in general, it'll help you succeed.

wuster on Oct 4, 2011 [–]

There wasn't an obvious field to put in this information. What would be the most appropriate spot in the application for this?

benologist on Oct 4, 2011 | [–]

Get them to do it themselves in person / by email / whatever.

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