In this brief dialogue, Speaker A asks Feras (Speaker B) for advice on how a new startup can secure a competitive edge. Speaker B emphasizes that gaining an edge is increasingly challenging, especially with the rapid rise of AI. The conversation highlights the importance of leveraging AI and committing to continuous learning—both formal education (e.g., YouTube, advisors) and practical application—to stay ahead of competitors.
Hey, Feras, what's the best way for a new startup to get a competitive edge in their industry?
Yeah, thank you. I mean, a competitive edge, it seems to be getting harder and harder, right? Especially with AI around us, right?
Oh yeah.
So I joke around with entrepreneurs and I say, I don't think you'll be replaced by AI. You'll be replaced by the other person who is using AI, your competitor who's using AI and you're not. And I don't want to focus a lot on AI, but the idea is, I think, to gain a competitive edge, it's all about learning. And I think learning is 2 parts. One is education. You can do this on YouTube, work with advisors, what have you, and then application.
