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AI is not exposing technology gaps anymore. It’s exposing operational gaps. In our latest Fireside with Founders & Leaders episode, Carlos Granda shares why many software businesses are struggling to turn AI investment into real business value. Some of the biggest takeaways: ⚡ Why “sprinkling AI” into broken processes doesn’t work ⚡ The operational issues quietly driving customer churn ⚡ Why PE-backed software businesses are under more pressure than ever ⚡ The leadership skills AI still cannot replace ⚡ Why enterprise buyers care more about outcomes than AI architecture One standout insight: “AI is amplifying whatever operational foundations already exist.” A fascinating conversation covering AI transformation, SaaS growth, customer experience, and private equity strategy from someone who has led at Google Cloud, Salesforce, SAP, and VMware. 🎧 Listen to the full episode now via the link in bio or on Spotify. #FiresideWithFounders #AI #SaaS #PrivateEquity #CustomerSuccess #DigitalTransformation #TechLeadership #SoftwareEngineering #Leadership #BuildOurIndustryBetter

🎙️ “The businesses that adapt quickest are the ones that stay ahead.” In this latest Fireside with Founders snippet, Carlos Granda shares insights with Rupert McSheehy from building and scaling Granda & Associates — and why agility, relationships, and long-term thinking matter more than ever in today’s market. 🚀 A great conversation packed with honest insight for founders, leaders, and growing businesses. 🎧 Watch the snippet and catch the full episode via the link in our bio or on Spotify. #FiresideWithFounders #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #Consulting #ScaleUp

🎧 “Clarity doesn’t come first — it comes through action.” In this Fireside with Founders snippet, 'Steve 'Buzz' Pearce shares a powerful insight on building businesses: you don’t wait until everything makes sense… you move, learn, and refine as you go. We talk about: • Why clarity is often a result, not a starting point • The role of experimentation in growth • How momentum sharpens decision-making It’s a reminder that progress isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about being willing to figure them out along the way. 🎧 Watch the full conversation — link in bio. #FiresideWithFounders #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #Mindset #BusinessGrowth

🎧 “Momentum comes from doing — not waiting.” In this Fireside with Founders snippet, Steve 'Buzz' Pearce Buzz pearce talks about the importance of action — and why overthinking is often the biggest blocker to progress. We cover: • Why waiting for the “perfect moment” slows everything down • The power of learning through doing • How small actions compound into real momentum It’s a simple reminder: progress isn’t planned into existence — it’s built through action. 🎧 Full conversation — link in bio. #FiresideWithFounders #Entrepreneurship #Mindset #Leadership #BusinessGrowth

🎧 “Clarity. Momentum. Growth. It all starts with action.” We’re live with a new episode of Fireside with Founders, featuring 'Steve 'Buzz' Pearce — a candid, high-energy conversation on what it really takes to build and grow a business. This isn’t theory. It’s real talk on: • Why waiting for certainty slows everything down • How momentum is built through action, not planning • The role of mindset in navigating risk and uncertainty • Why clarity is something you earn — not something you start with Buzz brings a no-nonsense perspective on entrepreneurship — focused on doing, learning, and moving forward even when things aren’t perfect. If you’re building, scaling, or stuck in overthinking mode — this episode will give you a reset. 🎧 Listen now — link in bio. #FiresideWithFounders #Entrepreneurship #Mindset #Leadership #BusinessGrowth

🎧 “You don’t build great businesses by playing it safe.” In this Fireside with Founders snippet, 'Steve 'Buzz' Pearce shares a candid perspective on what it really takes to grow something meaningful — and why risk, resilience, and mindset matter more than most people think. We touch on: • The reality behind entrepreneurial decision-making • Why calculated risk is part of the journey • The mindset shift needed to push through uncertainty It’s honest, practical, and a good reminder that progress rarely comes from staying comfortable. 🎧 Watch the full conversation — link in bio. #FiresideWithFounders #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #Mindset #BusinessGrowth

Most products don't fail because they're not powerful enough. They fail because they're too complicated. In our latest Fireside with Founders & Leaders episode, we sit down with Steve 'Buzz' Pearce to talk about what it actually takes to build products people use — and keep using. We get into why simplicity beats complexity in product design, the role of staying genuinely close to your users, how to move fast without losing direction, and why adoption is the only metric that really tells you something. If you're building or scaling a product, this one's worth a listen. 🎧 Full episode live now — link in bio. #FiresideWithFounders #ProductManagement #TechLeadership #StartupGrowth #ProductDesign #Founders #Innovation

🎧 “AI isn’t replacing tech leaders — it’s redefining what great leadership looks like.” We’re live with a new episode of Fireside with Founders & Leaders, featuring Rafe Blandford — a seasoned operator with deep experience across mobile, product, and digital innovation. In this episode, Rafe shares: • His journey from telco into leading high-performing tech teams • Why diversity and inclusion aren’t just values — they’re performance drivers • The challenge of measuring real impact in a digital world • How the role of tech leaders is evolving in the age of AI This is a grounded conversation on leadership, responsibility, and what it takes to build teams that actually deliver in today’s landscape. If you’re leading teams, building products, or navigating AI-driven change — this one’s worth your time. 🎧 Listen now — link in bio. #FiresideWithFounders #TechLeadership #AI #DigitalTransformation #ProductLeadership #Leadership

🎧 Throwback: “The magic isn’t in the product — it’s in the moments around it.” In this Fireside with Founders snippet, Phill Burton breaks down why the brands that win aren’t just focused on what they sell — but how customers experience it at every touchpoint. We talk about: • The small moments that shape big perceptions • Why customer experience is built in the details • How great brands create consistency across every interaction It’s a simple idea — but one that separates good businesses from unforgettable ones. 🎧 Full conversation — link in bio. #FiresideWithFounders #CustomerExperience #BrandBuilding #Leadership #BusinessGrowth

Everyone talks about growth. Fewer people talk about patience. This month on Fireside with Founders & Leaders, two very different conversations landed on the same truth: sustainable success is rarely loud. With Rafe Blandford, we explored what it really takes to build in emerging tech — when the market isn’t ready, the playbook doesn’t exist, and conviction has to carry you further than certainty. With Sammie Ellard-King, we unpacked money mindset — and why most people don’t have a finance problem, they have a visibility and behaviour problem. Across both episodes, a few themes stood out: -Being early only works if you stay long enough -Depth beats premature scale -Resilience matters more than brilliance -Clarity creates control Whether you’re building a category or rebuilding your finances, the long game rewards discipline. The full monthly insights round-up is live now. 🎧 Catch both episodes – link in bio. #FiresideWithFounders #Leadership #EmergingTech #MoneyMindset #FounderJourney #TechLeadership #Entrepreneurship #CareerGrowth #BuiltToWin