{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/671711d6e16fb75ed53321e9/67e255cc7cf166247a0d5814?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"'Focus on Winning Together' in Healthcare AI","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/671711d6e16fb75ed53321e9/1742914736215-6f4844f9-8505-478e-83bf-4fa7b149f09d.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this conversation, Ankit Jain, Co-Founder &amp; CEO of Infinitus, discusses with Peeyush Upadhyay, Managing Partner at Pekamiar, the importance of vulnerability in leadership, the need to focus on people rather than titles in startups, and the journey of a serial entrepreneur transitioning from founder to investor. He emphasizes the significance of understanding customer needs and the potential of healthcare technology, particularly in automating communication processes. The discussion highlights the challenges and opportunities in scaling a business while maintaining a strong company culture. In this conversation, Ankit shares Infinitus' journey from identifying a significant problem in healthcare to building a product that addresses it. He, then, touches upon the evolution of their Technology, and the importance of a diverse founding team, highlighting how COVID-19 accelerated their mission. The conversation also delves into the company's culture, values, and the significance of defining success beyond mere numbers. Ankit delves into the intersection of AI and healthcare, emphasizing the importance of viewing technology as a tool to enhance human capabilities rather than a threat. The discussion then segues into the complexities of hiring in startups, the significance of cultural fit, and the role of people operations in maintaining a strong organizational culture. The dialogue also touches on the challenges of scaling a company while prioritizing people, the adoption of AI in operations, and the balance between work and family life. Finally, Ankit shares some powerful insights on leadership, vulnerability, and the human element in guiding teams towards success.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Titles</p><p>Embracing Vulnerability in Leadership</p><p>The Importance of People in Business</p><p>Rethinking Titles and Roles in Startups</p><p>The Journey of a Serial Entrepreneur</p><p>Transitioning from Founder to Investor</p><p>Identifying Opportunities in Healthcare</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Embracing Vulnerability in Leadership</p><p>06:02 Rethinking Titles and Roles in Startups</p><p>12:02 Transitioning from Founder to Investor</p><p>14:51 Identifying Opportunities in Healthcare</p><p>18:03 Building a Company with Purpose</p><p>20:34 Identifying Problems and Building Solutions</p><p>21:30 The Evolution of Infinitus' Product</p><p>22:58 Learning from Industry Pioneers</p><p>24:19 The Naming Journey of Infinitus</p><p>25:32 Building a Diverse Founding Team</p><p>27:34 The Impact of COVID-19 on Healthcare</p><p>29:53 Defining Company Culture and Values</p><p>33:13 The Importance of Winning Together</p><p>37:02 How to Win: Beyond Numbers</p><p>41:08 Building Relationships with Customers</p><p>42:33 AI as a Complement to Healthcare</p><p>43:30 Hiring Dynamics in Startups</p><p>44:31 Understanding Cost in Hiring</p><p>45:04 The Importance of Cultural Fit</p><p>46:01 Interviewing and Decision-Making</p><p>47:35 Encouraging Open Communication</p><p>48:04 Cultural Custodians in Organizations</p><p>49:31 People Operations and Culture</p><p>50:01 Attracting Top Talent to Infinitus</p><p>52:26 Scaling Challenges and People Focus</p><p>54:06 AI Adoption in Operations</p><p>55:08 Balancing Work and Family Life</p><p>58:32 Advice for Early-Stage Founders</p><p>01:00:01 The Human Element in Leadership</p>","author_name":"Peeyush Upadhyay"}