Frank Casale, founder of the Institute for Robotic Process Automation & Artificial Intelligence, joined the latest episode of How To Unf**k Your Startup to discuss the future of AI and the evolving landscape of startups. With more than 25 years of experience in emerging tech, Frank brought a lot of knowledge and valuable perspective to the table. Throughout this conversation, Frank shares his insights on navigating the complex world of AI and startups. From identifying common pitfalls and misconceptions to exploring the potential for new startup models, he offers a well-rounded look at the state of the industry and where it's headed. Here's a breakdown of the key topics we covered: - [03:20] Frank's journey from outsourcing to RPA and AI - [05:52] The self-inflicted wounds of startup founders - [08:36] The three camps of AI perception - [13:56] AI startups: Pitfalls and potential - [17:27] The future of AI and the startup landscape - [22:33] Bringing AI into your organization - [24:42] The call center of the future - [26:58] Surviving in a world of tech giants