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Famine, Feast & Tax Bills
Finance, Technology, and Bounded Autonomy
In this episode, Bella Clark speaks to Alan Furlong, an entrepreneur and business leader from the UK. The discussion examines how our brains' hunter-gatherer instincts impact entrepreneurship, finance, and technology, highlighting the challenges and opportunities in today's rapidly evolving landscape. They also delve into the transformative potential of AI in business operations and industries, emphasising the need for creativity, resilience, and financial literacy in navigating change.
Key Takeaways:
Social media is designed to be ‘sticky’ and addictive.Establishing boundaries is crucial in managing distractions and maintaining mental well-being, especially in the age of social media and constant connectivity.
AI has the potential to revolutionise industries and business operations, streamlining processes, and driving efficiency. However, creativity, resilience, and adaptability remain critical skills in navigating AI-driven change.
Best Moments:
"Every other business fails, because the Cash Flow runs out. It's very rare that people say I've run out of ideas."
About the Guest
Alan Furlong is an entrepreneur and business leader from the UK. Following an untraditional career path, he started in recruitment for 12 years before moving to banking in Australia.Despite being well-paid, Alan was unhappy and took a leap of faith to start his own businesses. He successfully grew one from £7 million to £42 million in 3 years before it was acquired. With experience in founding and coaching tech startups, Alan left the global tech business post-acquisition by Everstone and Goldman Sachs, and is now building his new venture, The Peaceful Entrepreneur. Connect with Alan on Alan Furlong | LinkedIn
About the Hosts Isabel Clark[Bella], a financial adviser and mother of two, is on a mission to empower individuals and small business owners to connect with their Fierce Future Financial selves. Her golf swing is appalling! Passionate about financial education, Bella also focuses on teaching children about finance and the behavioural science behind money management.
Connect with the Hosts:
Connect with Bella on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isabel-clark100/ [linkedin.com]
Connect with Megan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-kindelin-06272a22/ [linkedin.com]
Disclaimer
The information contained in the Famine, Feast and Tax Bills Podcast is provided for information purposes only. The contents of the Famine, Feast and Tax Bills Podcast is not intended to amount to advice and you should not rely on any of the contents of the Famine, Feast and Tax Bills Podcast. Professional advice should be obtained before taking or refraining from taking any action as a result of the contents of the Famine, Feast and Tax Bills Podcast. Isabel Clark, Mckenzie and Co. Financial Consultants and St. James’s Place disclaims all liability and responsibility arising from any reliance placed on any of the contents of the Famine, Feast and Tax Bills Podcast.
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