AI Instead of a Degree: How to Build a $1B Company

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Meet Samir Vasavada, a young billionaire who left school early and built a $1 billion AI company by the age of 24. He discusses the changing credibility of college and believes that universities and degrees are officially outdated.
In this episode, Samir talks about how he trusted his vision early on, bet everything on artificial intelligence (AI), and grew Vise into a company that's transforming wealth management.
He discusses starting from scratch, the future of investing with AI, and what it takes to hire and lead in today's world. He also reveals how to unlock your unique superpower.
If you’re figuring out your own path without a traditional college degree, this episode is for you!

00:00 – Teaser
01:35 – Why Did Samir Drop Out Despite His Traditional Indian Upbringing?
06:30 – Meeting the Co-founder and First Business Steps
09:26 – Startup Spending Philosophy and The Power of Team
13:38 – How to Hire? Qualities Over Skills, Building Culture
15:42 – How Hiring Changed with AI? Advanced Insights from Samir
18:45 – The Vise Idea: AI is Transforming Wealth Management
21:00 – Overcoming Challenges: Pitching AI to Banks and Advisors
24:48 – AI-Driven Portfolio Insights: Upload, Customize, and Optimize Your Investments
28:50 – What Keeps Samir Going Through Hard Times? The Struggles of Building a Startup
31:30 – College vs. Real-World Learning: How to Build Credibility Without a Degree
33:30 – Samir’s North Star — Building a Company That Transforms Generations
34:23 – Investing Tips: Balancing Long-Term Growth with Small Risks
38:16 – Democratizing Wealth: Can Vise Serve Everyone?
38:56 – Rethinking College: Will AI Replace Traditional Education?
41:45 – How to Become Successful in the AI Era: Find and Master Your Superpower

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