Masters of Automation - A podcast about the future of work.
Alp Uguray
22 episodes
4 months ago
Summary
In this episode of Masters of Automation, host Alp Uguray interviews Gokhan Egri, a successful entrepreneur who transitioned from academia to the startup world. Gokhan shares his journey from Turkey to Harvard, his experiences in Y Combinator, and the evolution of his companies, O'Leo and Brainbase. The conversation delves into the challenges of being a solo founder, the importance of customer feedback, and the future of AI and automation in the workplace. Gokhan emphasizes the need for transparency in automation processes and discusses the unique insights that drive his approach to enterprise AI. The episode concludes with reflections on the immigrant founder experience and the personal inspirations that fuel Gokhan's entrepreneurial spirit.
Key Takeaways
Gokhan transitioned from academia to entrepreneurship after realizing the potential of AI.
His first startup, O'Leo, was born out of a need for automation in education.
Brainbase evolved from O'Leo, focusing on enterprise AI solutions.
Customer feedback is crucial for shaping product development and messaging.
The concept of the 'digital worker' is central to Brainbase's mission.
ROI in automation can be measured through clear metrics and pilot programs.
The 'black box test' helps identify automation opportunities within organizations.
AI can significantly improve the efficiency of enterprise operations.
Transparency in automation processes is essential for enterprise adoption.
Immigrant founders often possess unique grit and adaptability that contribute to their success.
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Summary
In this episode of Masters of Automation, host Alp Uguray interviews Gokhan Egri, a successful entrepreneur who transitioned from academia to the startup world. Gokhan shares his journey from Turkey to Harvard, his experiences in Y Combinator, and the evolution of his companies, O'Leo and Brainbase. The conversation delves into the challenges of being a solo founder, the importance of customer feedback, and the future of AI and automation in the workplace. Gokhan emphasizes the need for transparency in automation processes and discusses the unique insights that drive his approach to enterprise AI. The episode concludes with reflections on the immigrant founder experience and the personal inspirations that fuel Gokhan's entrepreneurial spirit.
Key Takeaways
Gokhan transitioned from academia to entrepreneurship after realizing the potential of AI.
His first startup, O'Leo, was born out of a need for automation in education.
Brainbase evolved from O'Leo, focusing on enterprise AI solutions.
Customer feedback is crucial for shaping product development and messaging.
The concept of the 'digital worker' is central to Brainbase's mission.
ROI in automation can be measured through clear metrics and pilot programs.
The 'black box test' helps identify automation opportunities within organizations.
AI can significantly improve the efficiency of enterprise operations.
Transparency in automation processes is essential for enterprise adoption.
Immigrant founders often possess unique grit and adaptability that contribute to their success.
Masters of Automation - A podcast about the future of work.
2 years ago
How to win with AI w/Prof. Tom Davenport
Thomas H. Davenport is the President’s Distinguished Professor of Information Technology and Management at Babson College, a visiting scholar at the MIT Initiative on the Digital Economy, and a senior adviser to Deloitte’s AI practice. He is a coauthor of All-in on AI: How Smart Companies Win Big with Artificial Intelligence (Harvard Business Review Press, 2023).
He has written or edited twenty books and over 250 print or digital articles for Harvard Business Review (HBR), Sloan Management Review, the Financial Times, and many other publications. He earned his Ph.D from Harvard University and has taught at the Harvard Business School, the University of Chicago, the Tuck School of Business, Boston University, and the University of Texas at Austin.One of HBR’s most frequently published authors, Tom has been at the forefront of the Process Innovation, Knowledge Management, and Analytics and Big Data movements. He pioneered the concept of “competing on analytics” with his 2006 Harvard Business Review article and his 2007 book by the same name. Since then, he has continued to provide cutting-edge insights on how companies can use analytics and big data to their advantage, and then on artificial intelligence. Tom’s book, co-authored with Julia Kirby, Only Humans Need Apply: Winners and Losers in the Age of Smart Machines offers tangible tools for individuals who need to work with cognitive technologies and in his latest book, The AI Advantage: How to Put the Artificial Intelligence Revolution to Work, he provides a guide to using artificial technologies in business.
Masters of Automation - A podcast about the future of work.
Summary
In this episode of Masters of Automation, host Alp Uguray interviews Gokhan Egri, a successful entrepreneur who transitioned from academia to the startup world. Gokhan shares his journey from Turkey to Harvard, his experiences in Y Combinator, and the evolution of his companies, O'Leo and Brainbase. The conversation delves into the challenges of being a solo founder, the importance of customer feedback, and the future of AI and automation in the workplace. Gokhan emphasizes the need for transparency in automation processes and discusses the unique insights that drive his approach to enterprise AI. The episode concludes with reflections on the immigrant founder experience and the personal inspirations that fuel Gokhan's entrepreneurial spirit.
Key Takeaways
Gokhan transitioned from academia to entrepreneurship after realizing the potential of AI.
His first startup, O'Leo, was born out of a need for automation in education.
Brainbase evolved from O'Leo, focusing on enterprise AI solutions.
Customer feedback is crucial for shaping product development and messaging.
The concept of the 'digital worker' is central to Brainbase's mission.
ROI in automation can be measured through clear metrics and pilot programs.
The 'black box test' helps identify automation opportunities within organizations.
AI can significantly improve the efficiency of enterprise operations.
Transparency in automation processes is essential for enterprise adoption.
Immigrant founders often possess unique grit and adaptability that contribute to their success.