{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Tales From The PROS","title":"Ep 83 - The Truth About Building Great Apps: Michael vs. Eric (Unfiltered)","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2653,"description":"In this episode of Tales from the Pros, hosts Michael Georgiou and Eric Lawrence have an unfiltered conversation about what actually makes great apps successful in today’s tech landscape. From overrated app features and startup mistakes to AI, user experience, and product strategy, the episode dives into the realities of building software that people genuinely want to use.Michael and Eric break down why many startups focus on the wrong things too early, including referral systems, rewards programs, and unnecessary features that don’t create real value for users. They also discuss the importance of user-centric product development, validating ideas through feedback, and understanding that successful apps are built around user behavior — not founder assumptions.The conversation also explores the growing role of AI in software development and workplace communication. While AI is rapidly changing how products are built and how teams operate, both hosts emphasize the importance of maintaining empathy, emotional intelligence, and authentic human connection in an increasingly automated world.Along the way, the episode touches on innovative app ideas, the unpredictability of the tech industry, choosing the right startup partners, and why building software today requires both adaptability and strong human intuition.If you're building an app, launching a startup, or trying to navigate the fast-changing world of technology and AI, this episode delivers practical lessons, honest perspectives, and real-world insights from experienced founders.Highlights You Won’t Want to MissWhy rewards and referral systems may be overused in modern appsThe importance of building products for users instead of catering to personal preferencesWhy offline functionality remains one of the most underrated app featuresHow AI is reshaping software development and workplace expectationsThe importance of balancing AI with an authentic human connectionCommon startup mistakes founders make when choosing...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/RGMg3HhKgBMloHbqss9u2m14nKBe1VleKtdtrbpq_AQ/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8yYzYx/NDVjNjBmMjIwYWEx/ODI1OGMyY2Q5N2Rj/MjY2Yy5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}