In this conversation, Ankit Jain, Co-Founder & 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.TitlesEmbracing Vulnerability in LeadershipThe Importance of People in BusinessRethinking Titles and Roles in StartupsThe Journey of a Serial EntrepreneurTransitioning from Founder to InvestorIdentifying Opportunities in HealthcareChapters00:00 Embracing Vulnerability in Leadership06:02 Rethinking Titles and Roles in Startups12:02 Transitioning from Founder to Investor14:51 Identifying Opportunities in Healthcare18:03 Building a Company with Purpose20:34 Identifying Problems and Building Solutions21:30 The Evolution of Infinitus' Product22:58 Learning from Industry Pioneers24:19 The Naming Journey of Infinitus25:32 Building a Diverse Founding Team27:34 The Impact of COVID-19 on Healthcare29:53 Defining Company Culture and Values33:13 The Importance of Winning Together37:02 How to Win: Beyond Numbers41:08 Building Relationships with Customers42:33 AI as a Complement to Healthcare43:30 Hiring Dynamics in Startups44:31 Understanding Cost in Hiring45:04 The Importance of Cultural Fit46:01 Interviewing and Decision-Making47:35 Encouraging Open Communication48:04 Cultural Custodians in Organizations49:31 People Operations and Culture50:01 Attracting Top Talent to Infinitus52:26 Scaling Challenges and People Focus54:06 AI Adoption in Operations55:08 Balancing Work and Family Life58:32 Advice for Early-Stage Founders01:00:01 The Human Element in Leadership Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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