The Pocket with Chris Griffin

#123: Alfie Robertson: When AI Destroys Money… What’s Left?

The Pocket with Chris Griffin

Show Notes

Alfie returns for the 3rd time. We deep dive on his optimism on a future with AI. It’s been interesting seeing the transition in Alfie’s state as he advances into massive success. He’s made millions of dollars but the money isn’t the goal. It’s not the thing that defines him.

This version of Alfie was a different lens to the last two times I’ve chatted with him on The Pocket.

Enjoy this beautiful set on the rocks in Bondi Beach as the sun rises.

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Chapters:

00:00 The future of AI and losing jobs

03:40 Will AI unlock more passion in our life?

06:30 What travel made Alfie realize

11:30 What most founders are running away from

14:30 Bree sat Alfie down and said…

19:00 The problem with content & social media…

26:00 How you stand out on social media

35:00 What discourages us most?

41:00 Sacrifice & desire

46:00 The problem with education systems

49:00 A profound mindset change

58:30 Are we reaching the end of in person experiences?

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