{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Crazy Wisdom","title":"Business Beyond the Numbers: A Conversation with Maranda Dziekonski","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3077,"description":"In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, host Stuart interviews Maranda Dziekonski, a CS executive and CCO. They talk about business, touching on topics like the importance of human aspects in business, the power of having a strong mission, and addressing company crises. Dikonsky also explains how she defines business and shares intriguing insights about the role of philosophy in business. Further, they discuss the state of manufacturing in the U.S. and how AI might affect the world of work. She also provides tips for startups on maturing while maintaining their core ethos. The conversation delves into contrasting the perceptions around the end of San Francisco's reign as a tech hub. 00:02 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:23 Understanding Business: A Deep Dive 01:03 The Importance of People in Business 03:04 Bridging the Gap between Ideals and Reality in Business 07:08 The Role of Philosophy in Business 07:22 The Human Component in Business 08:24 The Challenge of Measuring ROI 09:20 The Value Cycle and Problem Statements 20:26 The Future of Manufacturing 23:29 The Impact of AI on the Tech Industry 26:00 Chat GPT and its Impact 26:30 Critical Thinking in the Age of AI 28:26 Challenges of Dealing with Automated Systems 29:50 The Pendulum Swing in Customer Service 31:39 The Competitive Landscape of Startups 32:39 Life's Challenges and Managing Stress 37:42 The Hippie-Business Connection in Startups 44:48 The Evolution of Tech Hubs: From Michigan to San Francisco 46:54 Is San Francisco Dead? The Future of Tech Hubs   Definition of Business Maranda defines business as a transaction between two entities, which could involve exchanging money for a service or a service for another service. Learnings in Business Emphasizes the importance of people in business. Shares a personal experience from the SVB crisis, highlighting the value of transparency and honesty in leadership. Team members offered to delay their paychecks, illustrating the strength of a committed...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/UZbrDrlO5VTfDNcq188THwbv0T09vcmLyzx3BcPI9bs/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS81Y2Rj/OGFiMTYyMGFkNTM5/N2NjOWI2MWM5YzQ1/YTc2Ny5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}