Season 3 · Episode 7
Petri Kajander
The Business Artist: Philosophy, Technology, and the Future of Work
Meet the "business artist". Petri Kajander is a multifaceted entrepreneur and author originally from Finland, now based in Tallinn. In this episode, we weave through his diverse experiences from the film industry to writing Fragments of Reality twenty years ago, heavily influenced by Eastern philosophies like those of Ramana Maharshi. We tackle the evolution of AI in the business landscape, the implications of human longevity, and practical tech setups for digital security. It is a masterclass in blending technological savvy with living deeply in the present moment.
Core Ideas
- The creative aspect of entrepreneurship and the concept of the "business artist".
- Using Eastern philosophy as a practical guide to clear thinking and present moment awareness.
- AI as an ongoing technological evolution for white collar workers, not an unprecedented singular event.
- Practical tech advice for improving podcast audio, managing passwords, and utilizing hardware authentication.
Resources & References
- Petri Kajander: Website
- People Mentioned: Kamal Ravikant, Ramana Maharshi, Anthony de Mello), Jiddu Krishnamurti, Eckhart Tolle, Arjun Khemani, Naval Ravikant
- Places Mentioned: Finland, Estonia (Tallinn), United Kingdom, Mars, Alpha Centauri
- Books Mentioned: “Fragments of Reality” by Petri Kajander, “I Am That” by Nisargadatta Maharaj
- Apps and Tools Mentioned: AirChat, Apple Notes, Apple Reminders, Strongbox (password manager), Home Assistant, YubiKey (hardware authentication device), WordPress, Lotus 1-2-3
- Other References: Chasing Unicorns, Movie: “Estonian Unicorns” (Estonian-American startup documentary), TV Series: Silicon Valley, Rovio (Angry Birds company), Vibram FiveFingers (barefoot running shoes), Expanse (sci-fi series), Kamal Ravikant – wife (don’t trust the Internet), 1k living, “bleep with everyone’s mind”, The shoes, Wildling Shoes, Ahinsa Shoes, Earth Runners, Feel Max, The Recommendations, Endorsement
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