Nabeel S. Qureshi

Nabeel S. Qureshi's Substack features a diverse range of essays exploring topics from decision-making in puzzles and sales strategies to philosophical musings on understanding and ethics in AI. It discusses the educational potential of video games, literature reflections, and practical advice on productivity and social media.

Decision-Making Art and Culture Sales and Marketing Productivity Ethics in Technology Education Literature Social Media Philosophy Knowledge and Learning

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1506 implied HN points β€’ 12 Jan 25
  1. Don't be afraid to ask for what you want. If you can handle rejection, you can open up new opportunities for yourself.
  2. Move quickly and take action. Procrastination slows you down and can make tasks seem harder than they really are.
  3. Surround yourself with positive, energetic people. They can inspire you and help you achieve your goals.
1678 implied HN points β€’ 15 Oct 24
  1. Palantir focuses on solving tough problems in important industries like healthcare and manufacturing. The company aims to tackle complex issues that others often ignore, offering a unique opportunity for engineers who want to make a real impact.
  2. The role of forward deployed engineers (FDEs) is key at Palantir. They work closely with customers to understand their needs and integrate data effectively, helping to create software solutions that solve real business problems.
  3. The culture at Palantir is intense and promotes open communication, where criticism and debate are welcomed. This environment encourages employees to think deeply and cultivate a unique set of skills that can lead to successful startups.
49 implied HN points β€’ 06 May 23
  1. Films from different decades and countries can offer unique perspectives on American culture
  2. Exploring classical literature and scientific writings can provide valuable insights and inspiration
  3. Engaging with different genres and styles of books and films can broaden your perspectives and appreciation for art
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19 HN points β€’ 04 Jul 22
  1. Maximize your baseline energy levels to boost productivity throughout the day
  2. Do the most important thing first in the morning before checking social media
  3. Tell yourself positive stories about your abilities to improve your energy and performance
21 implied HN points β€’ 21 Jun 20
  1. The things you learn by yourself stick; the things that are 'taught' to you do not stick.
  2. Video games provide a much deeper understanding of most subjects than classical education does.
  3. Video games will become a core component of education.
21 implied HN points β€’ 18 Jan 20
  1. Your job in sales is to qualify, not just to sell.
  2. In a sales call, listen more than you talk (80% listening, 20% talking).
  3. Every sales call should have a structured format with clear next steps.
12 implied HN points β€’ 26 Jan 20
  1. Karl Popper's philosophy emphasizes fallibilism, stating that all knowledge is provisional and subject to potential falsification.
  2. Popper views the growth of knowledge as an evolutionary process, where theories are critiqued and improved over time.
  3. Popper's ideas have implications in various areas like politics, education, and creativity, stressing the importance of error-correction, problem selection, and idea generation.
2 HN points β€’ 02 Jul 20
  1. Intelligence is not just about raw intellect but also about virtues like honesty, integrity, and bravery.
  2. To deeply understand something, go slow, ponder, and ask questions. Direct experience and fresh seeing beats repeating what you've heard.
  3. Understand that understanding is not a binary concept; there are layers of depth to knowledge.