#132 | Addressing Fear of AI Transformation and Burnout & Hiring Entrepreneurial Spirit w/ Shahrzad Rafati @RHEI
Thu Feb 05 2026
▶︎ #132 | Addressing Fear of AI Transformation and Burnout & Hiring Entrepreneurial Spirit w/ Shahrzad Rafati @RHEI
In this engaging episode of the Leman Tech Leadership Podcast, I have the pleasure of speaking with Shahrzad Rafati, the visionary Founder and CEO of RHEI. Join me, your host Aleksandra Lemańska, as we explore the profound impact of growing up in an entrepreneurial household on Shahrzad's career, inspiring her to make daring decisions and embrace innovation.
Our conversation delves into the critical role of creativity and storytelling in building meaningful and impactful products. Shahrzad shares her insights on how these elements are essential in crafting a compelling business narrative that resonates with audiences and stakeholders alike.
We also address the challenges of wearing multiple hats as a Founder and Leader, discussing strategies to prevent burnout and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Shahrzad offers practical advice on how to navigate the fear of technology, particularly the transformative potential of AI, and how to embrace these changes confidently.
Additionally, we highlight the importance of recruiting individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit in your initial hires, emphasizing how this can lead to significant success as you embark on new business ventures.
✔︎ Mentioned in the episode:
“Good to Great: A Study of Management Strategies of Companies with Lasting Growth”
“The Beginning of Infinity: Explanations That Transform the World”
✉︎ FOLLOW SHARZAD ON: ⤵︎
LinkedIn: @shahrzad
Website: https://rhei.com/
TEDx Vancouver Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1HIxnTruN78
✉︎ FOLLOW ME ON: ⤵︎
LinkedIn: @aleksandralemanska
TikTok: @aleksandra_lemanska
X: @lemanskills
Startup Community Poznan: @startup-community-poznan-scp
www.lemanskills.com
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▶︎ #132 | Addressing Fear of AI Transformation and Burnout & Hiring Entrepreneurial Spirit w/ Shahrzad Rafati @RHEI In this engaging episode of the Leman Tech Leadership Podcast, I have the pleasure of speaking with Shahrzad Rafati, the visionary Founder and CEO of RHEI. Join me, your host Aleksandra Lemańska, as we explore the profound impact of growing up in an entrepreneurial household on Shahrzad's career, inspiring her to make daring decisions and embrace innovation. Our conversation delves into the critical role of creativity and storytelling in building meaningful and impactful products. Shahrzad shares her insights on how these elements are essential in crafting a compelling business narrative that resonates with audiences and stakeholders alike. We also address the challenges of wearing multiple hats as a Founder and Leader, discussing strategies to prevent burnout and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Shahrzad offers practical advice on how to navigate the fear of technology, particularly the transformative potential of AI, and how to embrace these changes confidently. Additionally, we highlight the importance of recruiting individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit in your initial hires, emphasizing how this can lead to significant success as you embark on new business ventures. ✔︎ Mentioned in the episode: “Good to Great: A Study of Management Strategies of Companies with Lasting Growth” “The Beginning of Infinity: Explanations That Transform the World” ✉︎ FOLLOW SHARZAD ON: ⤵︎ LinkedIn: @shahrzad Website: https://rhei.com/ TEDx Vancouver Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1HIxnTruN78 ✉︎ FOLLOW ME ON: ⤵︎ LinkedIn: @aleksandralemanska TikTok: @aleksandra_lemanska X: @lemanskills Startup Community Poznan: @startup-community-poznan-scp www.lemanskills.com