<p>Welcome to <strong>Part Two</strong> of my conversation with Sam Oliver. Here we discuss the complexities of building software, particularly in the financial sector, and the potential of AI in automating sales processes. He emphasizes the importance of customer engagement and the evolution of conversational AI, while also addressing ethical considerations and the balance between innovation and regulation. Sam shares his personal ambitions and thoughts on the future of his career, highlighting the significance of health and well-being amidst professional pursuits. <strong>Takeaways</strong> - Building software is inherently complex and challenging. - AI has the potential to revolutionize sales automation. - Customer engagement can be significantly enhanced through AI. - Conversational AI will play a crucial role in future business interactions. - Ethics and governance in AI are becoming increasingly important. - Innovation must be balanced with regulatory considerations. - Personal health and well-being are essential for sustained success. - Networking opportunities are greater in startup hubs like San Francisco. - The future of AI may involve more manipulative technologies. - Investing in startups requires careful consideration and alignment with personal values. <strong>Chapters</strong> 00:00 - Navigating Complexity in Software Development 02:36 - The Role of AI in Sales Automation 06:01 - Enhancing Customer Engagement with AI 09:47 - The Future of Conversational AI 14:30 - Ethics and Governance in AI 20:19 - The Balance of Innovation and Regulation 27:33 - Personal Ambitions and Future Goals Follow Sam here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam0liver/ <strong>Check out OpenFi here:</strong> https://www.openfi.tech/ <strong>Want a 1-hour free advisory session with me, Greg McCallum? Use the link on my LinkedIn profile.</strong>πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡ https://meetings-eu1.hubspot.com/meetings/gmccallum?uuid=c7ed45d8-c8fe-4b6a-9eda-d062fd02c9ad</p>

Founders Unplugged

Greg McCallum

The Future of Sales: Human Touch vs. AI Efficiency w/ Sam Oliver - S3 E11 P2

OCT 9, 202430 MIN
Founders Unplugged

The Future of Sales: Human Touch vs. AI Efficiency w/ Sam Oliver - S3 E11 P2

OCT 9, 202430 MIN

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<p>Welcome to <strong>Part Two</strong> of my conversation with Sam Oliver. Here we discuss the complexities of building software, particularly in the financial sector, and the potential of AI in automating sales processes. He emphasizes the importance of customer engagement and the evolution of conversational AI, while also addressing ethical considerations and the balance between innovation and regulation. Sam shares his personal ambitions and thoughts on the future of his career, highlighting the significance of health and well-being amidst professional pursuits. <strong>Takeaways</strong> - Building software is inherently complex and challenging. - AI has the potential to revolutionize sales automation. - Customer engagement can be significantly enhanced through AI. - Conversational AI will play a crucial role in future business interactions. - Ethics and governance in AI are becoming increasingly important. - Innovation must be balanced with regulatory considerations. - Personal health and well-being are essential for sustained success. - Networking opportunities are greater in startup hubs like San Francisco. - The future of AI may involve more manipulative technologies. - Investing in startups requires careful consideration and alignment with personal values. <strong>Chapters</strong> 00:00 - Navigating Complexity in Software Development 02:36 - The Role of AI in Sales Automation 06:01 - Enhancing Customer Engagement with AI 09:47 - The Future of Conversational AI 14:30 - Ethics and Governance in AI 20:19 - The Balance of Innovation and Regulation 27:33 - Personal Ambitions and Future Goals Follow Sam here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam0liver/ <strong>Check out OpenFi here:</strong> https://www.openfi.tech/ <strong>Want a 1-hour free advisory session with me, Greg McCallum? Use the link on my LinkedIn profile.</strong>πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡ https://meetings-eu1.hubspot.com/meetings/gmccallum?uuid=c7ed45d8-c8fe-4b6a-9eda-d062fd02c9ad</p>