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Every episode of the Dataliction podcast is a conversation with founders, operators, and leaders who are using data and technology to build better businesses. Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, or watch the full episode on YouTube.
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Practical insights on leadership, data, custom software, and the infrastructure decisions that define how growth-stage companies scale.
#64 – Prove It or Pivot
You can’t build a business on fumes. In this episode of Dataliction Essentials, John unpacks the critical threshold every founder faces—when hustle alone stops working. It’s the prove it or pivot moment. This episode explores the courage it takes to shift direction, the clarity needed to make tough decisions, and why editing your business may […]
#63 – How to Build a $100M GTM Engine with Jack Nolan
Customer traction is your currency. In this episode of the Dataliction Podcast, John and Travis sit down with Jack Nolan to unpack what it really takes to scale a startup from $30M to $100M. Jack shares hard-earned insights on go-to-market strategy, customer discovery, and why automating broken processes only magnifies inefficiency. From validation frameworks to […]
#62 – Stepping Into AI on Purpose
Your company is already using AI—whether you approve it or not. In this episode of Dataliction Essentials, John shares why doing nothing with AI is no longer an option. He challenges leaders to stop hesitating and start building—from policies and training to real-time implementation. With AI modernizing tech stacks, reducing software debt, and empowering non-developers […]
#61 – AI Strategy at Scale with Caleb Gove
AI is not a future concept—it’s happening now. In this episode of the Dataliction Podcast, John and Caleb dive into the critical need for businesses to embrace artificial intelligence. From policies and training to modernizing tech stacks, they explore how organizations can adopt AI securely and effectively. This conversation is a wake-up call for leaders […]
#60 – How AI Can Multiply You
AI doesn’t replace leaders—it reveals them. In this episode of Dataliction Essentials, John explores the changing role of leadership in a world shaped by artificial intelligence. He challenges leaders to move beyond gut instinct and toward intentionality—building trust, setting clear expectations, and becoming worth multiplying. As AI becomes a mirror that reflects our gaps in […]
#59 – Understanding AI’s Future with Troy Kelley
The future of AI isn’t replacement—it’s co-intelligence. In this episode of the Dataliction Podcast, John sits down with Troy to explore the tipping point of AI adoption, the rise of large language models, and the ethical challenges surrounding artificial intelligence. Together, they unpack the potential of AI to enhance—not replace—human connection, creativity, and collaboration. This […]