About Me
I study systems — biological, economic, and human.
My name is Kabir Saamir, and my focus is building things that last: ideas, products, companies, relationships. I'm grounded in science, trained in data, and shaped by the thinkers who've taught me to value clarity over noise, patience over speed, and first principles over trends.
Philosophy
I'm not interested in being everywhere. I'm interested in being effective — in understanding what matters, moving with precision, and learning in public.
I believe the future belongs to people who can think critically, adapt quickly, and build wisely. My mission is simple: to lead companies that solve real problems, with intelligence and intention.
Along the way, I'm here to learn — from the right people, from hard questions, and from the work itself.
Thinkers Who've Shaped My Approach
These quotes didn't just stick with me — they shaped how I think, work, and move forward.
Naval Ravikant
"Play long-term games with long-term people."
Taught me to prioritize clarity, trust, and things that compound.
Peter Thiel
"The most contrarian thing of all is not to oppose the crowd, but to think for yourself."
Made me challenge inherited beliefs and think in terms of first principles.
Steve Jobs
"Focus is about saying no."
Helped me understand that simplicity is not weakness — it's control.
Michelangelo
"I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set him free."
Reminded me that refinement is the work. Craft requires subtraction.
Leonardo da Vinci
"Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication."
Made me trust the bridge between beauty and logic.
David Deutsch
"All evils are caused by insufficient knowledge."
Reinforced that progress is explainable — and learnable.
Jamie Dimon
"You have to plan for the worst so you can manage through it."
Grounded me in operational reality. Strong ideas need stronger execution.
A Line That Grounds Me
You become what you repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.
— Will Durant (on Aristotle)
It's not about intensity. It's about consistency.
What I Aim to Conquer
•I want to lead — not for attention, but for outcomes.
•I want to build companies that are thoughtful, resilient, and aligned with reality.
•And I want to surround myself with people who ask hard questions, work on things that matter, and stay curious.
This is the beginning. There's a lot I don't know — and that's exactly what keeps me moving.