Reflections in the Looking Glass: Transforming AI into Market-Ready Business Services

Reflections in the Looking Glass: Transforming AI into Market-Ready Business Services

Oct 16, 2024 | AI, Blog, Joakim

“Even the greatest stars change themselves in the looking glass.”

Reflecting on our internal workshop session in Nice, which focused on transforming and expanding my business into new areas, I realize we, too, find ourselves in the looking glass.

Since entering the AI sector, I’ve witnessed rapid developments. What began as a second-opinion tool has now evolved into a key companion in my business, powering several internal services. ChatGPT stands out as the most intelligent text engine, Claude excels in handling documents and data, and Grok leads in creative AI. Additionally, Firefly is essential for production. Copilot, though not yet fast or intuitive enough for extensive use, benefits from its integration with Microsoft Office. Several other services are still under evaluation.

This session explored how these services can be elevated to the next level—transitioning from virtual coworkers to market-ready, packaged business services.

Exploring Budapest’s Grand Market Hall: A Hub of Culinary Heritage and Local Delights

Exploring Budapest’s Grand Market Hall: A Hub of Culinary Heritage and Local Delights

Apr 23, 2024 | Blog, The world in my eyes

In the market halls, you encounter the soul of a country’s heritage and culture. I often take my lunch in these halls to experience the atmosphere and shop like the locals. This made my visit to the Grand Market Hall in Budapest particularly interesting, known for its wide range of goose liver.

Hungarian foie gras is commonly found at celebrations and family meals, highlighting its role in the nation’s culinary heritage. Hungary is also one of the world’s largest producers of foie gras.

Rebooting Creative Business Insights: A Journey from Textile Factories to the Premium Branding of Conservas Ortiz

Rebooting Creative Business Insights: A Journey from Textile Factories to the Premium Branding of Conservas Ortiz

Sep 9, 2023 | Business design, Joakim

When I find myself drained of business creativity and intellectual energy, devoid of business insights, I close my eyes and ask you to reboot my thinking and reflections. Heaven has sent me an angel, granting me a special aptitude for identifying and presenting business value, as well as for understanding how to seize business opportunities.

I’m a dreamer, as you know.

When I open my eyes, I find myself in a former textile factory. Its overarching vision is to transform into one of Sweden’s most cherished destinations. You guide me through a space that melds historic factory architecture with modern hospitality and retail. The experience refreshes my perspective, inspiring new solutions and ideas about how businesses can innovate.

One look and I’m hypnotized.

Consider the carefully crafted values communicated by Conservas Ortiz, whose package design I discovered at our creative workshop in the former textile factory. One look at their offerings, and you’re so entranced you willingly pay the premium price. It feels like a slice of heaven.

My thoughts often return to Conservas Ortiz, a Spanish company renowned for its high-quality canned fish and dedication to traditional fishing methods. Companies like this have masterfully entered the premium food market, creating a potent brand that resonates with consumers seeking both authenticity and quality.

Keep thinking.

China’s Property Market Decline and Economic Impact

China’s Property Market Decline and Economic Impact

Sep 7, 2023 | The world in my eyes

As someone closely monitoring economic trends, I’ve observed concerning shifts in the Chinese property market.

Over the past year, both new home sales and property prices have been falling, a situation worsened by tighter government controls and a generally slow economy.

Although government interventions—like capping debt for developers and rolling out buyer incentives—are in place, it’s too early to gauge their effectiveness. This isn’t a trivial matter; the property sector contributes a substantial 30% to China’s GDP.

The current decline is causing ripple effects across various sectors, leaving investors and policy-makers with more questions than answers. Given the divided opinions among analysts about the timeline for recovery, it’s evident that stabilizing the property market is not just an industry concern but a macroeconomic imperative.

This post is written from a neutral point of view without favour to any part or subject.

Navigating the Investor-Entrepreneur Landscape: A Guide to Effective Communication

Navigating the Investor-Entrepreneur Landscape: A Guide to Effective Communication

Sep 4, 2023 | Call my name, Joakim

I have been in the business for a while, working on both sides—investors and growth companies—in multiple roles ranging from advisory to board membership. I continue to hold a wide range of positions across different industries.

One recurring question I encounter is: ‘How to attract investors?’ My framework for presentation design follows a storytelling approach, covering topics such as the entrepreneurs, the product, market size, revenue generation, and … … …, all within a 12-slide format.