From VP to Startup Founder: Reinventing Success with AI and Strategy (Ep 5 Pt 1)

12/06/2025 30 min Temporada 1 Episodio 5

Listen "From VP to Startup Founder: Reinventing Success with AI and Strategy (Ep 5 Pt 1)"

Episode Synopsis

In this episode of The Late Bloomer Advantage, host Rose Alkamisi sits down with Pranay Joshi, an AI coach and human-centric strategist, to talk about his bold pivot from VP of products and engineering to entrepreneur in the age of AI.They explore what it really takes to start over in midlife, how to harness AI for business growth, and why adaptability is one of the most valuable traits an entrepreneur can have today. Pranay shares real-world insights on market research, product development, bootstrapping, and mindset — all through the lens of someone who made the leap later in life.If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re too late to innovate, this conversation will show you how your experience is your superpower.You’ll learn:Why now is the best time to start your businessHow AI is reshaping industries and creating new entrepreneurial pathsWhy market research should guide every early decisionHow to bootstrap a venture without outside fundingThe mindset shift required to pivot successfully in midlifeWhy adaptability matters more than having all the answersHow AI can enhance, not replace, human creativity and strategyThe importance of having support when making a major career pivotWhy your experience gives you a competitive edge in this new eraThis episode is packed with value for late bloomers looking to build something meaningful, with the help of mindset, strategy, and smart AI.Chapters00:00 The Journey of a Late Bloomer02:50 Navigating the AI Revolution05:35 The Decision to Pivot08:32 Building a Startup in Midlife11:22 Market Research and Product Development14:21 Bootstrapping vs. Fundraising17:17 The Role of AI in Entrepreneurship20:00 Challenges and Advantages of Starting Later23:04 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs25:58 Final Thoughts and ResourcesReach out to Rose Alkamisi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosealkamisi/Subscribe to The Bloom Method: https://thebrandalkamist.kit.com/9ac00eff1fGet in touch with Pranay Joshi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ipranayjoshiFollow The Late Bloomer Advantage. New episodes every other week.Keywordsentrepreneurship, AI, pivot, startup, market research, bootstrapping, midlife entrepreneurship, coaching, product development, adaptability