Uncapped with Jack Altman Uncapped #9 | Qasar Younis from Applied Intuition
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May 15, 2025 
Qasar Younis, Co-Founder and CEO of Applied Intuition, shares insights from his journey through the tech and automotive industries. He emphasizes the importance of radical pragmatism in leadership and nurtures a contrarian company culture. The conversation dives into the complexities of developing autonomous systems for both commercial and defense sectors and how education plays a role in this evolution. Younis also highlights the future of generative AI and robotics, urging investors to engage in open dialogue and challenge norms.
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Qasar's Deep Auto Roots
- Qasar Younis grew up deeply connected to the auto industry through family and education at General Motors Institute.
- His passion for cars is emotional, forged by personal history and hands-on experience at GM and Bosch.
Embrace Radical Pragmatism
- Listen carefully to feedback and evaluate your preconceived notions when starting a company.
- Use radical pragmatism: understand your strengths, market signals, and where they may be wrong.
Decisiveness Under Uncertainty
- At Applied Intuition, decisiveness is a core value: leaders must make decisions without full information.
- These decisions also need to be correct despite uncertainty, shaping company success.
