95% of AI Fails at Big Companies, AI SaaS is dead | Othmane Khadri

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Sep 25, 2025

Othmane Khadri, founder of Earleads and an AI startup veteran, shares insights on the struggles and strategies of entrepreneurship in the AI landscape. He delves into why 95% of AI implementations fail due to disorganized data and emphasizes the importance of finding unique niches for early-stage startups. Othmane discusses hiring for ownership and the value of uncapped pay tied to company performance. He also highlights personal routines and cultural perceptions influencing entrepreneurial success. His journey illustrates betting on oneself in a rapidly evolving market.

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ANECDOTE

Moment That Sparked The Agency

On 6 November 2023 OpenAI launched GPTs and everything Othmane had been building at his startup 'snapped' in 24 hours.
That moment and repeated gut-validation led him to quit as an employee and start his own agency.

INSIGHT

Buildable Products, Harder Distribution

Code will become commoditized but distribution and marketing will get harder and more valuable.
He predicts a shift from traditional SaaS to 'SaaS-as-service' where agencies delivering outcomes gain leverage.

ADVICE

Start With Your Credibility Niche

Start where you already have credibility and domain experience to be instantly understood by buyers.
Focus on the intersection of your skills, market context, and timing to create a defensible positioning.

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