Exactly. It's an opportunity cost.<p>With 2 months, I can do so much in terms of not just product development but also customer development - because let's face it, the bulk of startups YC invests in are not technology risks, they are market risks.<p>Granted, I am optimistic - but imho 6 months is enough time for me get off the ground and raise a seed round outside of YC (but I do prefer to get into YC, just a preference).<p>That is the plan. I'm not waiting, I believe in making my own luck. I'm not saying I can predict the future, I'm just saying I know what I can do to influence the outcome, and I'm going to try my best. More people need to make their own luck.<p>Thanks Rob!