Episode notes
Summary
In this episode of The Innovation Conversation, Jonathan Zhou shares his remarkable path from architecture into entrepreneurship, and how he’s harnessing generative AI to transform the jewelry design process. Jonathan opens up about the obstacles he faced moving from traditional architecture to a tech-centric approach, what motivated him to start his business, and why persistence and adaptability are critical in the startup world. He also draws insightful parallels between his experiences in gliding and running a company, highlighting how both require knowing when to pivot and reassess goals to keep moving forward.
Takeaways
- Jonathan’s background in architecture led him to experiment with generative AI.
- Transitioning to a tech-focused model was difficult due to industry resistance.
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Keywords
entrepreneurship, generative AI, architecture, jewelry design, business challenges, motivation, gliding, startup journey, technology, innovation