Jared Zelman is the founder and CEO of Othello.ai, a VC-backed AI sales enablement platform that grew from near-shutdown to over $1M ARR within its first six months. It all started by cold-emailing billionaires and top CEOs, turning them into mentors, investors, and lifelong connections. He is one of the most curious young founders in the AI space, known for his obsession-driven approach to building companies and relationships.
In this episode he shares his insights on curiosity, networking, and the importance of building meaningful connections in the business world. He discusses his journey as a founder, the challenges and opportunities presented by AI, and the impact of obsession on success.
There is also an interesting part on the implications of AI on workforce dynamics and what is to come.