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AI for Startups: How a 5-Person Team Competes Industry Giants S03E14

AI for Startups: How a 5-Person Team Competes Industry Giants S03E14

Update: 2025-07-17
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In a recent Startup Stories from the Treehouse episode, John Long, co-founder of Thynk AI, shared his entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing reinvention, AI-powered efficiency, and building scalable systems. He transitioned from real estate to tech after the 2008 crisis, showcasing how setbacks can become opportunities. Thynk AI originated as an internal tool, evolving into a business by solving real challenges. John highlighted AI's transformative potential, enabling small teams to compete with larger organizations by automating repetitive tasks and focusing on innovation. Key advice includes adopting an AI-first mindset, starting small with automation, and rethinking workflows from the ground up. Founders can use AI to boost efficiency, scale smarter, and deliver impactful results with lean resources.

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AI for Startups: How a 5-Person Team Competes Industry Giants S03E14

AI for Startups: How a 5-Person Team Competes Industry Giants S03E14

Todd Gagne, John Long