{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Start Small: A Smarter Way to Use AI in Business","description":"AI isn\u2019t coming. It\u2019s already in the room. The real question is whether your business is asleep at the wheel. Michael Finkelstein, founder and CEO of KINETK, joins Matthew and Luigi for a straight-up talk about AI, data, and why most businesses are still thinking way too small. This episode gets into what happens when data stops being static, why hidden relationships matter, and how small businesses can move faster than giant companies stuck in meetings about meetings.   \ud83c\udf78 What you'll hear in this episode: Why data is the real power behind AI What \u201cbuilding for the autonomous era\u201d actually means The difference between using AI as a tool vs using it as an operating layer Why small businesses may have the edge over big companies The trap of AI FOMO and shiny-object syndrome A simple way to start using AI without blowing up your business Why Michael believes the progress clock is broken How hidden data relationships can shape better decisions   \ud83d\udca1 Notable Takeaway: \u201cIt is not for the weak of heart. You\u2019ve got to be driven by something besides just money.\u201d   \ud83d\udc64 About our Guest: Michael Finkelstein is the founder and CEO of KINETK, a company building AI-powered data systems that help businesses move faster, cut friction, and make smarter decisions at scale.   \ud83c\udfa7 Why Listen: Want to see how AI can help your business think faster and work smarter? Check out KINETK and connect with Michael to keep the conversation going.   \ud83d\udd17 Links + Stuff Website: www.kinetk.ai LinkedIn: https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/michael-finkelstein-1552887\/ LinkedIn (company): https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/kinetk\/   \ud83d\udcec Want more than just the podcast? Every Friday, we publish The Weekly. A fast, smart rundown of what actually matters in finance, tech, small business, and the economy...without the noise. Subscribe here: \ud83d\udc49https:\/\/theweeklyfromshieldadvisory.substack.com\/ \ud83d\udcbc Need funding or working capital? If today\u2019s conversation raised questions about capital, cash flow, or financing options, you can schedule a conversation with our sponsor, Credit Banc. Credit Banc helps business owners make sense of their options and move forward with a clear plan, without pressure or guesswork. \ud83d\udc49 Book a free 15-minute call here: https:\/\/shorturl.at\/LwxsA \ud83d\udcf2 Connect with the hosts Follow along for behind-the-scenes clips, commentary, and things that don\u2019t make it into the episode. \u2022 Matt Meehan:https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/matthew.r.meehan \u2022 Luigi Rosabianca:https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/luigi_rosabianca \u2022 The Liquid Lunch Project:https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/theliquidlunchproject\/ \ud83d\udcac One last thing Know a business owner who would appreciate this conversation? Send them the episode. That\u2019s how this show grows. ","author_name":"The Liquid Lunch Project","author_url":"https:\/\/theliquidlunchproject.com","html":"