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Nabeel S. Qureshi

05/11/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

Palantir screens for independent-minded individuals who are not afraid to push back and have broader intellectual interests.

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How Palantir built the ultimate founder factory | Nabeel S. Qureshi (founder, writer, ex-Palantir)

@ Lenny's Podcast

How Palantir built the ultimate founder factory | Nabeel S. Qureshi (founder, writer, ex-Palantir)

05/11/25

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Nabeel S. Qureshi

05/11/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

Palantir's unique hiring approach emphasizes finding individuals who are intellectually curious, competitive, and independent-minded.

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Nabeel S. Qureshi

05/11/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

Palantir's hiring process emphasizes finding individuals who are not only skilled but also deeply motivated by the company's mission.

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Alexander Karp

03/12/25

@ The 92nd Street Y, New York

The unique culture at Palantir, filled with diverse individuals, accelerates innovation and performance, making it distinct from other companies.

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Alexander Karp

07/14/23

@ Joe Lonsdale

Palantir's technology is designed to navigate complex issues around data protection and civil liberties while improving efficiency in sensitive sectors.

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Nabeel S. Qureshi

05/11/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

Palantir's forward-deployed engineers are empowered to build new products if necessary, which differentiates them from traditional roles.

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Alexander Karp

07/14/23

@ Joe Lonsdale

I view Palantir as a civil liberties juggernaut, believing that if fascism arises, I would be among the first targeted due to my outsider status.

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Joe Lonsdale Cast

05/28/25

@ Joe Lonsdale

Building a mission-oriented company like Palantir attracts the best talent, as people are motivated by the opportunity to make a real difference in the world, beyond just financial compensation.

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Y Combinator Cast

05/30/25

@ Y Combinator

Palantir's approach of sending engineers to work alongside clients, rather than salespeople, has been key to securing large contracts.

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Bob McGrew

05/28/25

@ Joe Lonsdale

One key lesson from Palantir is to tackle hard problems, as it shows that ambitious challenges can be addressed effectively with the right focus and resources.