February 03, 2026

Profitability is a Human Problem, Not a Math Problem

28 minutes

Why do talented new hires often destroy value instead of creating it? Matt Putra, founder of EightX and a fractional CFO for 8-figure brands, argues that "profitability is a human problem," not a math problem. In this interview, he explains how misaligned teams create operational drag and how he helps companies save millions (like a recent $1.5M inventory win) by fixing communication rather than just tweaking spreadsheets. Matt and Sean also dive deep into the future of AI in business, debating whether we are heading toward a "Utopia" with Universal Basic Income or a total economic collapse. They discuss Sean's experience "Vibe Coding" a SaaS product using AI, the risks of buying a business versus starting one, and why an "irrational belief in oneself" is the most important trait for success. Check out the company: https://eightx.co

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🕒 CHAPTERS

00:00 - What is EightX? (CFOs for E-commerce & CPG)

01:50 - Using AI to Predict Sales & Analyze Sentiment

03:50 - Why Profitability is a Human Problem (Not Math)

10:20 - How "Well-Meaning" Experts Create Operational Drag

12:15 - Saving $1.5M by Optimizing Supply Chain

13:40 - Sean's "Vibe Coding" Story: Building SaaS with AI

17:20 - AI Utopia vs. Dystopia: Will the Economy Collapse?