In this episode of The Time I Left My 9 to 5, we dive into the inspiring journey of Robert Ciborowski, CEO and co-founder of Chatforce. Skipping the traditional route, Robert transitioned directly from graduating from the University of Toronto to building his own startup. He shares his background, the challenges of founding a company, and the dynamic of working with three co-founders.

Robert discusses Charforce's innovative approach to AI automation, their unique features, and the successful strategy that garnered early investor interest. He provides valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs on ambition, building the right team, and the importance of lifelong learning. This episode is a deep dive into the life of a young founder making waves in the AI-driven startup landscape.

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Chapters

00:00 Highlight Overview

01:20 Robert's Journey from University to Startup

04:35 Early Coding and Game Development

08:10 Building the Capstone Team

12:39 Family Influence and Support

17:13 The Six-Month Gray Area

21:13 The Birth of Chatforce

22:48 The Three Co-Founder Dynamic Revisited

25:14 Empowering Knowledge Workers with AI Agents

28:15 The Philosophy Behind Chatforce

31:33 Getting Noticed by Investors

39:50 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

41:56 The Importance of Independent Learning

43:59 Leveraging AI Tools and Resources

53:09 Balancing Building and Learning

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