Don Finley: Transforming Enterprises with AI, Emerging Tech & Spirituality

My guest today on E309 of #thePOZcast is Don Finley! Don is the force behind FINdustries, a leading product development agency that's made a monumental impact on the tech and financial sectors, shaping the landscape of innovation in product development. With a remarkable career spanning two decades, Don's expertise in fusing science, art, and technology has propelled his agency to the forefront of the industry. However, Don's journey extends beyond the conventional realms of a CEO. He embraces a visionary perspective, firmly believing that the foundation of business success lies in genuine friendship and shared values. Don shares his journey into the tech industry and his love for Disney cartoons. He discusses the evolution of AI and machine learning, explaining the concepts in simple terms. Don also talks about his transition from being an analyst to product management and the challenges he faced as an entrepreneur. He shares his experience with ayahuasca and the lessons he learned from it. Don emphasizes the importance of working with friends in business and handling conflicts with compassion and empathy. In this conversation, Don Finley discusses the importance of building relationships and mutual success in business. He emphasizes the need for boundaries and managing triggers when working with friends. Don also advocates for embracing emotional decision-making and applying personal philosophy in business. He shares his passion for art as an escape and its integration into his business. Don expresses concerns and opportunities with AI technology and highlights the importance of self-awareness and gratitude. He believes in using technology to enhance the human experience. To learn more about Don, check out: https://findustries.co This episode is brought to you by MANSCAPED®. The brand that took your balls to space is now launching them into the ultra-sphere, Introducing The Lawn Mower® 5.0 ULTRA. Featuring a new cutting-edge design and next-generation, dual SkinSafe™ Blade Heads for different shaves — it’s pretty much a spaceship to take your boys downstairs to the next level. Join the 9 million men worldwide who trust MANSCAPED with the BRAND NEW The Lawn Mower 5.0 Ultra by going to manscaped.com for 20% off + free shipping with the code "POZCAST". #thePOZcast is brought to you by our friends at Interseller – the prospecting + outreach platform of recruiters and sellers. Check out a free demo today! https://bit.ly/2Fbm/BZ Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and X @AdamJPosner. Please visit www.thePOZcast.com thanks! Key Takeaways - AI and machine learning have evolved significantly in recent years, with advancements in data and computing power. - Transitioning into a new career requires self-awareness and an assessment of your skills and how they can be applied in the new field. - Launching a business comes with challenges, and it's important to manage expectations and focus on the relationship with clients and partners. - Ayahuasca can be a powerful tool for self-discovery and personal growth, but it should be approached with intention and respect. - Working with friends in business can be successful if there is a focus on the relationship and open communication to address conflicts. - Building relationships and mutual success are key in business. - Setting boundaries and managing triggers is important when working with friends. - Embracing emotional decision-making can lead to better outcomes. - Art can serve as an escape and be integrated into the business. - AI technology presents both concerns and opportunities. - Self-awareness and gratitude are essential for personal growth. - Technology should be used to enhance the human experience.