Hugues Foltz

Telling an entrepreneur what they want to hear vs what they need to hear (your true feedback) is in the end one of the meanest things you can do to a founder. It took me a little while to learn this early in my career as an investor, but I learnt from the partners at Real Ventures, if you really care about the founder you need to care more about them being successful than caring if they leave liking you. Now there could be a whole discussion about how to give feedback without being or coming across as a jerk, in extremely time-constraint scenarios, but if you have limited time, tell the truth even if it is direct and might ruffle feathers. On the flip side, entrepreneurs take everything with a grain of salt. Even the most successful investors or founders are sharing learnings from their specific reality and moment in time. Feedback is data, not gospel (no matter how much conviction it is delivered with). Take it all in from as many people who actually did what you are doing, process it deeply but quickly, come to your conclusion and move forward.

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It had been a while since I ran a workshop with new entrepreneurs... Here are my 3 biggest hits from the talk: 1. When building an app, doing less is much harder then doing more. It's also more powerful. 2. To align the Visionary, the Product person and the Developers, Poker Planning is a great tool to get alignment on depth of features. 3. Your competition, with most apps, is not only your direct competitors but the other apps that are grabbing at the attention of your users. You know what happens when I'm using an app and there's a delay in loading? I switch apps as I wait...

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Agency devs are the best... It's simple. They aren't spending all day improving and refining a large existing app. They are spending their days tackling new problems, starting new projects, and delivering working code. Odds are, your team is trying to figure out how to do something other teams have done before. e.g. how to seamlessly localize your app, or how to build robust deployment pipelines. Here's what you need to know: Devs that work in a tech company might localize an app or build a pipeline once in the project's lifetime. If at all. On the other hand, agency devs are building pipelines left and right, because they are deploying dozens of projects every year. So when you are faced with a problem, ask yourself if talking to an expert might not save you days (weeks) of work. Hint: it will. We've gone through all the mistakes and pains of learning the best way of doing things. Let us help!

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Sue Paish: "This summit is one of the most meaningful discussions on healthcare that takes place anywhere across the country."   Longevity significantly influences healthcare by shifting focus towards preventive measures, personalized medicine, and managing the aging population's needs. This involves integrating advanced technologies like AI and genomics to enhance health span, reduce chronic diseases, and improve overall quality of life. Rob FraserDiane T. Finegood Dianne Balon, CEC, ACC Jen Mielguj Shaun McCumber Pieter Cullis Chen Wan Aleina Spigelman, MSc Barry Burk Tim Murphy John Jacobson Drew McArthur Aaron Wudrick Catalina Lopez-Correa Barry Rivelis, Robin Gould-Soil Soyean Kim Larry Kozak Laura Fitzgerald Mary Ackenhusen Kathryn Seeley Steven Tam Veronica Mustoe #hcs24 #hcs #healthcare #healthcareinnovation #healthcaretransformation#healthcaretrends #pointofcare #homecare #digital #digitalhealth#wholepersonhealth #elderlycare #disruption #genetics #longevity #healthyliving#healthdata #hcs #hcs24 #POG #BreasCancer #BreastCancerResearch#PrecisionOncology #Oncology #Genomics #CancerJourney #Equity #Access#WholeGenome #WGS #NGS #EquitableAccess #NeverGiveUp #GenomicsForAll#biohacking #ai

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Exciting news! 🎉 My sister just launched Biographe Pour Vous — a service that helps you turn your life story into a beautifully written book. Whether it’s for you or as a unique gift for someone you love, imagine the power of capturing your experiences, your key moments, or even a special encounter in a way that will last forever. Why let your story fade when you can share it? 👉 Want to leave a legacy? 👉 Want to offer a one-of-a-kind gift? Here’s how it works: You talk, she writes. And the result? A personal book you’ll cherish forever. Check it out here: www.biographepourvous.com #biography #storytelling #legacy #gift #lifemoments #personalbook

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🛡️👩‍💻 Securing AI Coding Assistants: Key Recommendations from ANSSI and BSI 🇫🇷🤝🇩🇪 The French and German cybersecurity agencies, ANSSI and the Federal Office for Information Security (BSI), have released their joint recommendations for the secure use of AI-based coding assistants. 🤖 AI coding assistants can play a vital role across multiple stages of the software development process, from providing code explanations to generating test cases and simplifying legacy code translation. However, while these tools offer clear productivity gains, they also introduce new security risks. Main Recommendations: 📋 ✅ AI coding assistants should not replace human expertise. Developers must remain in control to ensure code security. ✅ Conduct a systematic risk analysis before integrating AI tools, assessing the trustworthiness of providers. ✅ Quality assurance is critical. Teams must scale their security measures (AppSec, DevSecOps) as productivity increases. ✅ Check and reproduce all generated code to ensure it meets quality and security standards. As AI tools continue to evolve, it’s crucial to implement these safeguards to maximize benefits while mitigating risks. At Capgemini, we actively support our clients in securing the AI usage on software through our offering, Generative AI for Software Engineering, helping them navigate the challenges associated with these tools. 🔗 Link to the full document https://lnkd.in/e4hGJwCp #CyberSecurity #GenAI #GenerativeAI #SoftwareDevelopment #ANSSI #BSI #AIAssistants #Capgemini David ALINE Stéphane G. Ludovic Toinel ⛏♤ Capgemini Anthony Bernère Alban Alev Matthias Sondermann Dr. Steffen Reidt Guillaume Renaud Julie Spens Adil Hihi Jeanne Heuré Luca Bordonaro

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BDC announces that it has launched its Data to AI Program to demystify artificial intelligence (AI) for small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) and enhance their productivity. This initiative highlights the power of AI, the benefits of automation, and the critical importance of robust cybersecurity. The program aims to provide solutions, tools, and advice to business owners aiming to thrive in the digital age. Through this program, BDC hopes to help companies accelerate their growth in an evolving business landscape.   BDC says that many SMEs are unaware that they are already using AI. According to a recent BDC study, “The AI Imperative for Canada’s Entrepreneurs,” only 39% of companies surveyed believe they are using AI. However, 66% recognized AI tools when shown a list. Many seem unaware of the AI capabilities built into their existing tools. BDC #BDC #AI #GenerativeAI   What CFOs should know about the state of the AI market - https://lnkd.in/gUbHrvbU

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Ai🤖Robotics🦿Controlled By Brain🧠Not Just A Prosthetic🦾More Flexibility💪More Control🎛️Future For Disability🦼 Video source: p4hbionics https://lnkd.in/d4YteFmG Credit: Christine Raibaldi #technology #ai #robotics #disability #prosthetic #science #technology #innovation #science #technology #innovation #ai #fashion #future #technology #engineering #creativity #innovation #education #management #physics #success #recycling #environment #energy #education #creativity #success #construction #ecosystem #sustainability #ecosystem #technology #innovation #future #engineering #education #creativity #technology #medicine #innovation #ai #education #sustainability #future #health #innovation #engineering #futurism #physics #energy #greenenergy #business, #family #environment #happiness #greenenergy #engineering #innovation #science #teaching #students #learning #technology #education #climate #ecosystem #success #recycling #environment #energy #construction #ecosystem #technology #Innovation #future #engineering #education #creativity #motivation #inspiration #success #whatinspiresme #personaldevelopment #leadership #mindfulness #empathy #happiness #mentalhealth #technology #ai

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Discover How Quebec’s AI Innovations are Revolutionizing MedTech Manufacturing. Quebec is emerging as a global leader in AI, revolutionizing industries like MedTech. Don’t miss our session on November 7th, featuring OPTEL Group and Vooban, two pioneering companies leveraging AI to enhance manufacturing processes and product integrity. Key Takeaways for Attendees: ✅ AI-Driven Supply Chains: OPTEL Group will discuss how AI supports serialization and combats counterfeit products. ✅ Operational Efficiency: Vooban will share success stories, including a project with over 99% accuracy in defect recognition. ✅ Building an AI Ecosystem: Insights into Quebec’s collaborative efforts to strengthen the MedTech sector. Speakers: Anne Nguyen, LSSBB, Chief AI Officer, Québec Innovation Council Hugues Foltz, Executive Vice-President, Vooban Alexander Roth-Copplind, Business Division Lead, OPTEL Group Andrew Gardner, Global Brand Protection Manager, Lexmark International Date: Thursday, November 7, 2024 Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (EST) Location: Virtual Event For more information, contact: Noah Ouellette #AI #MedTech #Innovation #QuebecTech #SupplyChain #DigitalTransformation #QuebecAI #Manufacturing Québec Government Office in New York Québec Government Office in Boston Investissement Québec

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Why use your own money when you can obtain funding to invest in AI, machine learning, or the latest web development for your company? Pipemind Technology has compiled a list of funding opportunities in its latest blog and offers expertise in acquiring funding for clients to help them invest in their consulting services and custom solutions. #AI #Machinelearning #funding #QC #consulting

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Leader's Challenge: A timely topic, which I try to sum up with the headlines of the article: Working in the age of generative AI involves facilitating dialogue between humans and IAGs through fusion skills. Remember, without humans, there is no salvation for IAGs. Thank you Charles-Henri Besseyre des Horts for your relevant thoughts. #AI #HumanInteraction #Technology #Innovation

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In my latest blog article, I discuss how great late night talk show hosts taught me how to have more productive #creative #designthinking #workshops. Curious about what Letterman, Leno, Fallon and Colbert can teach you about getting the most of your team, check you the article below and give me your thoughts! #softwaredevelopment #management #mobileapplications #productmanagement

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1st official post from 73.IA. An AI Automation Agency based in Canada with the goal to help business owners leverage the AI tools to facilitate their goals! - 1er article officiel de 73.IA. Une agence d'automatisation de l'IA basée au Canada dont l'objectif est d'aider les propriétaires d'entreprise à tirer parti des outils d'IA pour faciliter leurs objectifs !

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☺️Thanks Canadian SME Business Magazine to feature my article Transforming Canada’s SMEs Sector: The Promise of Generative AI Link: https://lnkd.in/ewCd2hbq #article #sme #canada #genai #ai #business #startup #artificialintelligence #tech #technology

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Let’s Change☀️Our🫵Perspective💭Let’s Not⛔️Say🗣️You🫵Cannot🚫Walk🚶Let’s Say🎙️We🙌Will🛫Make👩‍🔬Sure👍You🫵Will👌Walk🚶‍♀️ Source: Trexo Robotics https://lnkd.in/dsGsVViS Credit: Christine Raibaldi #technology #innovation #medicine #cerebralpalsy #disorders #treatment #technology #innovation #medicine #kidneys #success #recycling #sustainability #ecosystem #technology #innovation #future #engineering #education #creativity #technology #medicine #innovation #sustainability #future #health #innovation #engineering #futurism #physics #business, #family #environment #happiness #greenenergy #innovation #science #teaching #students #learning #technology #education #climate #ecosystem #success #recycling #environment #energy #construction #ecosystem #technology #future #engineering #education #creativity #motivation #inspiration #success #whatinspiresme #personaldevelopment #leadership #mindfulness #empathy #happiness #mentalhealth #technology #ai

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