In this episode of the Fluid Labs podcast, hosted by Mia Jafari we are thrilled to welcome Alejandro Ortega, co-founder of “Pawsitive Leaders” and coach at “Deep Impact”. Alejandro blends his upbringing in Costa Rica—steeped in ancient cultures, wisdom, and nature—with his expertise in business development, partnerships, to bring a very unique perspective to innovation with intent.
In this episode, we dive into:
The Power of Ancestral Inspiration - Alejandro shares how his grandmother inspired him to embody the change he wanted to see in the world. He reflects on the bold leaps he took to transform his vision into reality through entrepreneurship.
The Secret Sauce of Strategic Partnerships - Alejandro reveals that the key to building meaningful partnerships—what we call “collaborating with life”—is realizing that we’re all in the same boat. While our goals may appear different, they often align at a deeper level. By combining our strengths and resources, we can move forward together and achieve far more than we ever could alone.
Learning from Nature and Biomimicry - Alejandro shares lessons from Costa Rican and Mayan cultures, exploring how planetary intelligence and ancient wisdom can inspire innovation. He discusses how nature’s intricate designs and rhythms provide blueprints for problem-solving and collaboration.
Entrepreneurship and Lessons from the Seasons - Drawing parallels between entrepreneurship and the changing seasons, Alejandro reflects on how indigenous communities observe and adapt to seasonal cycles, focusing on what truly matters. He emphasizes the importance of paying attention to meaningful signs in our environment and ignoring distractions that do not serve us.
Balancing Ancient Wisdom and Future Technology - As technology accelerates at an incredible pace, Alejandro discusses the role that ancient wisdom, nature’s intelligence, and human creativity must play in shaping a balanced and sustainable future. He underscores that our collective wisdom is far greater than any single technological advancement.
Training AI with Humanity and Interconnectedness - Alejandro explores how reconnecting with our humanity and our interconnectedness with nature allows us to train AI from a place of truth and deeper awareness. By grounding AI development in these deeper values, we can ensure it serves life and fosters connection rather than division.
You can connect with Alejandro on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleortega/
You can connect with Mia on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/miajafari/