Many think the best way to create a billion-dollar company is to invent the next iPhone. But sometimes, the biggest opportunities are hiding in plain sight. Jim McCann is proof of that. He turned a single flower shop into a global, billion-dollar company by leveraging technology in ways no one had considered. With 1-800-Flowers.com, Jim revolutionized telephone sales and became one of the first businesses to embrace internet commerce. If there’s anyone who knows how to seize opportunities with emerging technologies, it’s him. So when Jim joined me on the Liberty Ventures podcast this week, I had to ask: How should entrepreneurs approach AI? In this post-AI world, in what direction are we going? His insights blew me away. And here’s the twist: There's one critical mindset he says entrepreneurs need to navigate this rapidly evolving landscape. It’s not what I expected. Check out the full episode to hear Jim’s take on AI, technology, and the mindset every leader needs today. Watch the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/eFkmCn7q
Two great minds right here! Alexander McCobin
What a powerful reminder that innovation often lies in transforming existing businesses rather than inventing something completely new! Jim's journey from a single flower shop to a tech-enabled billion-dollar company is truly inspiring. It shows that success comes from seeing possibilities where others don't and being bold enough to embrace new technologies at the right time. Alexander McCobin
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2moSimple ideas paired with bold execution build billion-dollar businesses. This inspires me to rethink overlooked opportunities in my own work. Great episode! I am keeping this on my watch list Alexander McCobin.