FOMO Sapiens with Patrick J. McGinnis

Patrick J. McGinnis
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Jun 15, 2023 • 41min

S9 Ep24. Scaling a Startup in Asia

Welcome to FOMO Sapiens, the podcast about entrepreneurial thinkers who don't just follow the crowd, but instead take their own path to success in business and in life. In this episode, host Patrick J. McGinnis is joined by Ron Baetiong, a successful entrepreneur from the Philippines and founder of Pod Machine, a company that provides podcast production services to businesses and individuals.Baetiong shares his insights on the state of entrepreneurship in the Philippines, and his personal journey as an entrepreneur. He explains the unique challenges and opportunities presented by the Philippines market, and how entrepreneurs can navigate the local business landscape to build successful ventures.Throughout the conversation, Baetiong and McGinnis discuss the importance of networking and relationship-building in entrepreneurship, as well as the value of taking calculated risks and learning from failure. Baetiong also shares his experiences building and scaling Pod Machine, and offers practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to start their own businesses.Overall, this episode of FOMO Sapiens provides a valuable perspective on entrepreneurship in the Philippines, and offers practical insights and advice for entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their own businesses. Listeners will come away with a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities presented by the local business landscape, and the mindset and strategies needed to succeed as an entrepreneur. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 12, 2023 • 16min

FOMOnday: How to Ask for Advice More Effectively

This is FOMOnday, the snackable companion to FOMO Sapiens that starts your week with hot takes, life hacks, listener mail, and even some FOMO therapy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 8, 2023 • 35min

S9 Ep 23. Is Ethical AI Even Possible?

Welcome to FOMO Sapiens, the podcast about entrepreneurial thinkers who don't just follow the crowd, but instead take their own path to success in business and in life. In this episode, host Patrick J. McGinnis is joined by Reid Blackman, a renowned AI Ethicist and author of "Ethical Machines: Your Concise Guide to Totally Unbiased, Transparent, and Respectful AI.Blackman shares his insights on the ethical considerations surrounding artificial intelligence and machine learning, and how these technologies are transforming the way we make decisions. He explains the importance of designing ethical frameworks for AI and machine learning, and the potential risks and benefits of these technologies for society.Throughout the conversation, Blackman and McGinnis discuss the intersection of technology and ethics, and the challenges and opportunities presented by the rise of AI. They explore the potential impact of AI on industries ranging from healthcare to finance, and the importance of developing ethical guidelines for these technologies to ensure that they are used in a responsible and beneficial way.Overall, this episode of FOMO Sapiens provides a thought-provoking exploration of the future of AI and machine learning, and the ethical considerations that must be taken into account as these technologies become more widespread. Listeners will come away with a deeper understanding of the potential impact of AI on society, and the ways in which entrepreneurs and innovators can shape the future of technology in a responsible and ethical way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 5, 2023 • 17min

FOMOnday: How to Give Advice More Effectively

This is FOMOnday, the snackable companion to FOMO Sapiens that starts your week with hot takes, life hacks, listener mail, and even some FOMO therapy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 1, 2023 • 38min

S9 Ep22. Felix Salmon on The Phoenix Economy and the World after COVID

Welcome to FOMO Sapiens, the podcast that explores the minds and habits of entrepreneurial thinkers who don't just follow the crowd, but instead take their own path to success in business and in life.In this episode, host Patrick J. McGinnis is joined by Felix Salmon, a renowned financial journalist and author of "The Phoenix Economy: The Coming Boom in Entrepreneurship", a book that explores how the COVID-19 pandemic changed the global economy in terms of supply chains, risk, investing, and many other things, while exploring what will happen next.Salmon shares his insights on the lasting effects of the pandemic on the economy and society, and how entrepreneurs can navigate this changing landscape. He explains how the pandemic acted as a "reset" for the global economy, bringing about new challenges and opportunities for businesses and entrepreneurs alike. Salmon also discusses how the pandemic accelerated the shift towards remote work, e-commerce, and automation, and how these trends are transforming the future of work and entrepreneurship.Throughout the conversation, Salmon and McGinnis explore the impact of the pandemic on supply chains, risk, and investing, and how entrepreneurs can adapt to the changing market conditions. They also discuss the importance of innovation and creativity in the post-pandemic world, and the role of entrepreneurship in driving economic growth and recovery.Overall, this episode of FOMO Sapiens provides valuable insights into the future of business and the global economy, and offers practical advice for entrepreneurs looking to adapt and thrive in the post-pandemic world. Listeners will come away with a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities presented by the pandemic, and the ways in which entrepreneurs can leverage these changes to create new businesses and drive growth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 29, 2023 • 16min

FOMOnday: How to Lose Those Pandemic Pounds

This is FOMOnday, the snackable companion to FOMO Sapiens that starts your week with hot takes, life hacks, listener mail, and even some FOMO therapy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 25, 2023 • 43min

S9 Ep21. Sebastian Errazuriz Decodes AI

Welcome to FOMO Sapiens, the podcast about entrepreneurial thinkers who don't just follow the crowd, but instead take their own path to success in business and in life.In this episode, Patrick is joined by Sebastian Errazuriz, a visionary Chilean artist and designer known for his boundary-pushing creations. Errazuriz shares his insights on how generative AI is changing the landscape of art and commerce, and the implications this has for the future.Errazuriz explains how generative AI allows artists and designers to create works that are both original and infinitely variable, blurring the lines between art and commerce. He discusses the challenges and opportunities this presents for the art world, as well as the broader implications for society and culture.Throughout the conversation, Errazuriz and McGinnis explore the intersection of art, commerce, and technology, and the ways in which AI is transforming the creative process and beyond. This episode of FOMO Sapiens provides a thought-provoking exploration of the ways in which generative AI is revolutionizing the art world and beyond. Listeners will come away with a deeper understanding of the opportunities and challenges presented by this technology and the implications for the future of creativity and commerce. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 22, 2023 • 24min

FOMOnday: How to Make Each Day Count

This is FOMOnday, the snackable companion to FOMO Sapiens that starts your week with hot takes, life hacks, listener mail, and even some FOMO therapy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 18, 2023 • 39min

S9 Ep20. Sheena Iyengar on How to Think Bigger

Welcome to FOMO Sapiens, the podcast about entrepreneurial thinkers who don't just follow the crowd, but instead take their own path to success in business and in life.In this episode, Patrick is joined by Sheena Iyengar, a professor at Columbia Business School and bestselling author of "The Art of Choosing." Iyengar discusses her latest book, "Think Bigger: How to Innovate” which shares insights and advice from successful entrepreneurs on how to overcome challenges and build thriving businesses.Iyengar shares stories and examples from the entrepreneurs featured in her book, highlighting their strategies for success and the lessons they learned along the way. She emphasizes the importance of thinking creatively and taking calculated risks, as well as the value of resilience and adaptability in the face of failure.Throughout the conversation, Iyengar and McGinnis discuss the role of decision-making in entrepreneurship, and how entrepreneurs can balance intuition and data to make informed choices. Iyengar also shares her own experiences as an entrepreneur and offers practical advice for those looking to start or grow a business.This episode provides valuable insights and inspiration for entrepreneurs at all stages of their journey. Listeners will come away with a deeper understanding of the strategies and mindset needed to succeed in today's competitive business landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 15, 2023 • 26min

FOMOnday: How to Deal With Unexpected Challenges

This is FOMOnday, the snackable companion to FOMO Sapiens that starts your week with hot takes, life hacks, listener mail, and even some FOMO therapy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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