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EPISODE · Nov 29, 2025 · 41 MIN

Why Not Leaving McKinsey Was Scarier Than Starting an AI Startup

from ChaiNet: The Agentic Commerce Podcast · host Kirti Pandey

Our next guest on ChaiNet is Yuliya Fomina, co-founder of Tailo. Yuliya made a significant leap from a prestigious consulting career to build an AI agent platform that transforms website visitors into customers through dynamic demos and conversations.We’ll talk about her bold decision to leave corporate stability for the high-stakes world of AI entrepreneurship. We’ll also dive into what truly sets Tailo apart in the crowded sales automation market.Things like: ✅ The profound motivation behind leaving a top consulting firm to build an AI startup.✅ How Tailo’s AI agent delivers personalized demos and engages prospects.✅ What makes Tailo’s approach uniquely effective in a competitive AI sales landscape?✅ Yuliya’s candid perspective on the future of human sales roles in an AI-driven world.✅ The challenges and learnings from transitioning from a strategic advisor to a builder. ✅ Honest advice for anyone considering a similar career jump from a comfortable jobIf you’re interested in innovative AI solutions for sales, contemplating a significant career pivot, or want to learn about building a startup from the ground up, this podcast is a must-play. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chainet.substack.com

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