In this interview, Harley Finkelstein discusses his high personal standards, influenced by his father's immigrant experience and family history, and how these standards manifest in his professional life at Shopify and in personal relationships. He shares his journey from COO to focusing on storytelling at Shopify, emphasizing the importance of being a "spiky object" and prioritizing what one wants to excel at. Finkelstein also touches on the role of mentors, the value of discomfort, and the transformative potential of AI for entrepreneurs, advocating for a techno-optimistic approach and reflecting on balancing ambition with family life and personal values.
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