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One Powerful Quote:
18:13: "The barriers to entry have never been lower."
4-10 Bullet Points (w/ timestamps) - Highlighting key topics discussed:
2:47: Bryan asks Pariskshit & Jackson their general thoughts on wearables.
7:36: Pariskshit & Jackson talk about creating better user experiences.
9:38: Bryan articulates on the innovator's dilemma; Pariskshit gives his feedback.
12:48: Pariskshit & Jackson speak on the idea behind fittestapp and its feature sets.
18:00: Pariskshit imparts his pearls of wisdom to the listeners.
Bullet List of Resources:
https://www.slideshare.net/slideshow/future-of-fitness-2025-bryan-k-o-rourke-pdf/273973112
Guest Contact Information:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/pdutt111/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackson-powell-0b7362207/
https://www.bryankorourke.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryankorourke/
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