From Rage Quit to AI Startup Playbook with Paul Byrne

In this unfiltered conversation on AIBiz, Paul Byrne, founder of Razoyo and Refactored Group, shares how a bold rage-quit moment led to building two thriving tech ventures. From teaching himself to code to scaling AI-integrated SaaS products, Paul breaks down what it really takes to launch a startup in today’s AI-first world. He dives into practical insights on navigating hype, balancing automation with human culture, and why revisiting assumptions is crucial for AI-powered founders.

About the Guest:Paul Byrne is the founder of Razoyo and Refactored Group—companies at the forefront of e-commerce and SaaS innovation. With a unique journey from marketing executive to self-taught developer and tech entrepreneur, Paul brings firsthand insights into digital transformation, AI tool adoption, and startup culture. His work focuses on enabling founders to prototype fast, build scalable software, and integrate AI intelligently.

Key Takeaways:

• Rage quitting led Paul to rediscover his passion for technology and build a new career from scratch.

• AI tools like DataButton are useful for prototyping, but real scaling still requires human oversight and clean code practices.

• Startups must unlearn the hype—AI is not magic; it’s a tool. Planning, product management, and team dynamics still matter.

• Maintain a human-centered culture by encouraging curiosity and peer-led AI learning across your team.

• Always reassess your assumptions about AI’s capabilities to stay grounded and effective as a founder.

 

Connect with Paul Byrne:

• Website: https://www.razoyo.com/authors/paul-byrne/ (Use the contact form and mention the podcast)

• LinkedIn: Paul Byrne on LinkedIn (Mention the podcast in your request)

 

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