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All about ai, startups, and the future - discussing topics that range from technology (AI, IoT, Big Data) to technologies' impact on humans (Work, Play, Culture) and the future of everything in any sector - retail, banking, technology, hiring, and more. We always look for Innovators like you to interview for our weekly podcast. Let us know if you have any stories on ai, disruption, or the future that you would like to share (happy or unfortunate). Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinkfuture/support

thinkfuture: ai, startups and the future chris kalaboukis

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All about ai, startups, and the future - discussing topics that range from technology (AI, IoT, Big Data) to technologies' impact on humans (Work, Play, Culture) and the future of everything in any sector - retail, banking, technology, hiring, and more. We always look for Innovators like you to interview for our weekly podcast. Let us know if you have any stories on ai, disruption, or the future that you would like to share (happy or unfortunate). Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinkfuture/support

    977 NAVIGATING THE GREAT RECALIBRATION

    977 NAVIGATING THE GREAT RECALIBRATION

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    In this insightful episode, we get into the concept of the "Great Recalibration" and how the ongoing integration of AI is reshaping the workforce. Chris compares this shift to past technological disruptions, like the Industrial Revolution and the rise of the Internet. Despite fears of massive job losses, every disruption has ultimately created new roles and opportunities.

    Chris emphasizes that we're currently in a state of chaos, as AI takes on repetitive, process-oriented tasks better suited for automation. This frees up humans to focus on creative, strategic, and innovative work that aligns with their unique capabilities. He argues for an equitable division of labor: AI should handle the repetitive tasks, while humans should leverage their creativity and critical thinking.

    By recalibrating roles this way, we can unlock humanity's potential, helping workers and organizations thrive amid this transformative technological wave. In the end, finding the right balance between what humans and AI do will lead to a more fulfilling future of work.




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    • 20 min
    976 AI Driven Behavior Modification

    976 AI Driven Behavior Modification

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    In this podcast, Chris gets into the concept of personal AI and its potential to help us overcome the barriers to change. By creating personalized AI assistants solely dedicated to individual needs and goals, the author imagines a future where these AIs shape our environment and modify the systems around us to facilitate sustainable behavior change. The show discusses how such a future could be liberating, as our environments heavily influence our behavior. The author emphasizes the importance of personal AIs being truly personal and loyal to us alone, and considers the challenges and ethical questions that must be addressed to realize this vision.




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    • 21 min
    975 Cracking the Cold Email Code

    975 Cracking the Cold Email Code

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    In this episode, Justin Chi, founder of Cold Email Hackers, shared his journey from a failed reselling business to becoming the top Sales Development Representative (SDR) at Zoominfo. Despite his initial business falling apart due to various challenges, Justin learned invaluable lessons, which helped him excel in sales and later build a successful business.

    Justin's first failed venture involved reselling graphics cards from failed Ethereum miners, but it crumbled due to inexperience and market shifts. At Zoominfo, however, he broke records and mastered the art of cold outreach. His newfound success and skills in personalized cold calling and emailing fueled his entrepreneurial spirit.

    Six months into his new venture, Cold Email Hackers, Justin surpassed expectations and decided to go full-time, focusing on scaling the profitable business. He discussed how he uses AI to personalize outreach at scale, leveraging tools like Clay for prospecting and mitigating spam risks through quantity and diversification.

    Looking ahead, Justin foresees evolving email endurance strategies as filters and competitors change, including SaaS models and AI-to-AI conversations. However, he's committed to innovating and leveraging his experience to always reach prospects.




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    • 29 min
    974 Unleashing the Superhuman Potential of AI

    974 Unleashing the Superhuman Potential of AI

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    In this podcast episode, Chris explores the limitations of trying to make AI too human-like, arguing that such thinking constrains the transformative potential of this technology. Drawing from his experience with beam technology robots, he highlights the pitfalls of striving to create AI that merely mimics humans rather than surpassing them. He emphasizes that AI should be allowed to think beyond human constraints to tackle pressing global issues and bring about groundbreaking solutions. The host calls for embracing the superhuman potential of AI, urging listeners to let AI explore beyond human cognitive boundaries for a brighter future.




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    • 20 min
    973 SECRETS OF MARKETING

    973 SECRETS OF MARKETING

    In this episode of the THINKFUTURE podcast, Christian Farioli, a seasoned digital marketing agency founder based in Dubai, shares his journey from the early days of digital marketing in 2010 to the present. Starting when smartphones were just becoming prevalent and web-based interactions dominated, Christian faced significant challenges convincing major companies of the value of paid Google ads. He discusses his development of a robust, future-proof strategy centered around five key pillars that have stood strong for over 15 years, emphasizing adaptability and data-driven ROI measurement. The discussion also explores the critical role of platforms and personal branding in today's saturated market, where influencers often overshadow traditional advertising methods.


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    • 33 min
    972 AI OUTPERFORMS HUMANS

    972 AI OUTPERFORMS HUMANS

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    In this episode of the podcast, Chris delves into the complexities and quirks of AI-generated language, often referred to as "AIEse," characterized by the excessive use of words like "delve," "dive," "tapestry," and "testament." The discussion highlights the current limitations of AI tools such as ChatGPT-4 in generating concise content that still requires significant human editing, much like the early days of dictation software. Despite these challenges, there is optimism that future iterations of AI will overcome these hurdles, leading to more refined outputs that are indistinguishable from human-generated content. Additionally, the podcast covers how AI is outperforming humans in many tasks according to recent benchmarks, prompting a discussion on the appropriate roles for AI versus human labor. The concept of "the great recalibration" is introduced, advocating for AI to take over mundane tasks, thus freeing humans to engage in work that fully utilizes their unique creative and intellectual capacities.




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11 Ratings

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Digestible TED Talk-esque Podcast

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Amazing food for thought for the very open minded

Let's put it this way... the show was 15 minutes long, and after the third minute I hit the "subscribe" button. TF does something few people do and even fewer do WELL... asks you to take a serious look at where our society is going and what big-picture changes are happening. What I love is that the show is fully aware that so many developments are unpredictable. Not recommended for people closed to new ideas

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