Finding Purpose in What Keeps Us Up at Night

Why Most AI Strategies Fail (and What Actually Works) | David Nagy | Up At Night

Why do so many AI initiatives fail—even with the right tools?

In this episode of Up at Night, Jeremiah Curvers sits down with David Nagy, Founder of eCommerce Canada and AI & Digital Transformation Advisor, to explore what it really takes to make AI work inside a business.

Drawing from more than two decades of experience building companies and advising thousands of organizations, David explains why AI isn't a strategy—it's an amplifier. Businesses that lack strong leadership, clear operating systems, and a culture of innovation often expect technology to solve problems it simply can't.

Together, they discuss why founders are rushing into AI, the dangers of chasing hype, how to build an AI-ready organization, and why the future belongs to leaders who can combine human judgment with emerging technology.

Whether you're a founder, executive, or business operator, this conversation offers a practical perspective on navigating one of the biggest technology shifts of our time.

In this episode:
Why most AI strategies fail
AI hype vs. business reality
The importance of culture over tools
How founders should think about AI adoption
Why systems and leadership matter more than software
AI, digital transformation, and the future of business
What keeps David Nagy up at night

Guest: David Nagy
Founder, eCommerce Canada | AI & Digital Transformation Advisor

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🎙️ About Up at Night

Up at Night is a podcast hosted by Jeremiah Curvers featuring candid conversations with founders, operators, and industry leaders about the decisions, pressures, and trade-offs behind building exceptional businesses.

Every episode goes beyond success stories to explore what truly keeps leaders up at night.

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What It Really Takes to Grow a Retail Brand Today | Chris Parsons | Up at Night Ep. 1

Welcome to the first episode of Up at Night—we're excited to be back.

In this episode, Jeremiah Curvers sits down with Chris Parsons, retail strategist, author of Retail Rewired, and former retail executive at Walmart, Newegg, and Home Hardware.

Together, they explore what it really takes to grow a retail brand in today's fast-changing retail landscape.

From customer experience and omnichannel retail to AI, leadership, and scaling a business, this conversation is packed with practical insights for founders, retailers, marketers, and business leaders.

In this episode, we discuss:
• How to grow a retail brand in today's economy
• Why revenue growth doesn't always mean business growth
• The biggest mistakes retailers make
• Customer experience as a competitive advantage
• AI and the future of retail
• Scaling a retail business sustainably
• Leadership lessons from 25+ years in retail
• Hyper-local marketing and modern retail strategy

Whether you're leading a retail brand, building an eCommerce business, or simply interested in the future of commerce, this episode is for you.

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About Chris Parsons

Chris Parsons is a retail strategist with more than 25 years of experience leading digital commerce, marketing, and retail transformation. He has held leadership roles at Walmart Canada, Newegg, and Home Hardware and is the author of Retail Rewired.

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Beauty, Business and Reinventing Yourself

From surviving to thriving— this story is one of true resilience and reinvention.

In this episode of Up At Night, host Jeremiah Curvers sits down with entrepreneur, beauty advocate, and podcast host Mia Girard—an inspiring woman who’s built her life and businesses on her own terms.

This episode is for anyone navigating reinvention, seeking authenticity, or wondering if it’s too late to start over. Mia proves it never is—with courage, clarity, and a touch of boldness.

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About Up At Night 🎙️🌃
Up At Night is an inspiring and brutally honest conversation about the cost of success. This weekly podcast, hosted by Polysleep founder and CEO Jeremiah Curvers, is tailored for anyone interested in personal development, professional growth, and the pursuit of a balanced life. Listeners can expect practical advice and motivating discussions to help them thrive both personally and professionally.

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