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Salman Azhar on AI Hype, Leadership, and Building Companies That Last
In this episode of Nuance Effect, John Hutchinson sits down with entrepreneur, investor, and Duke professor Salman Azhar to discuss the realities of venture capital, leadership, company culture, and the evolving role of AI. Salman reflects on his journey from studying computer science at Duke to building startups in Silicon Valley and transitioning into venture investing after the financial crisis.
The conversation examines founder psychology, execution versus strategy, public versus private markets, and why humility and vulnerability are critical leadership traits. They also explore…
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