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Qasar Younis

05/15/25

@ Uncapped with Jack Altman

I believe that the best founders are often opinionated and willing to make uncomfortable decisions, which can be difficult for others to work with.

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Building A Multi-Billion Dollar Hard Tech Company | Qasar Younis, CEO of Applied Intuition

@ Uncapped with Jack Altman

Building A Multi-Billion Dollar Hard Tech Company | Qasar Younis, CEO of Applied Intuition

05/15/25

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QY

Qasar Younis

05/15/25

@ Uncapped with Jack Altman

I believe that the best founders are often opinionated and willing to make uncomfortable decisions, which can be difficult for others to work with.

JL

Jessica Livingston

06/27/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

The best founders are open-minded and willing to adjust their ideas based on feedback from others.

JL

Jessica Livingston

06/27/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

I believe that a founder's ability to listen and engage in spirited debates is essential for their success.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

The best founders are those who truly understand the problem they are solving, which drives their persistence even in tough times.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

The best founders are extremely focused and persistent, often trying different approaches until they succeed.

PN

Pejman Nozad

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

I believe the best founders are those who have a personal connection to the problem they are solving, rather than just chasing trends.

RH

Reid Hoffman

11/05/14

@ YC Root Access

Founders should be able to hold a strong belief in their vision while also being receptive to criticism and market realities that may challenge their initial ideas.

EG

Elad Gil

10/18/18

@ Y Combinator

It's important for investors to challenge founders on their decisions, as this can lead to better outcomes and improvements in the startup's direction.

JL

Jessica Livingston

09/07/24

@ Y Combinator

Founders at Y Combinator are often independent-minded and determined, willing to hustle despite skepticism from others about their ideas.