Episodes

  • EO Series #20 - How to Live a Zero Regret Life - Saahil Mehta

    EO Series #20 - How to Live a Zero Regret Life - Saahil Mehta
    Jun 26 2024

    Feeling stuck and need a push? Saahil Mehta, recognized as one of the Top 10 Rising Global Indian Influencers, shares powerful insights that could transform your personal and professional life. Don't miss this episode! 🌟


    Saahil Mehta is a best-selling author, keynote speaker, and peak performance coach. He is passionate about helping individuals and businesses reach their full potential and achieve success. 💪


    Through his book "BREAK FREE" and motivational speeches, Saahil inspires leaders to achieve diamond-grade clarity and scale new summits of success every day. 🏔️


    He has worked with global brands like P&G, Dell, HP, Silicon Valley Bank, Thomas Cook, TATA group to name a few; as well as entrepreneur-focused organizations like EO, YPO, TiE, and Corporate Connection. He also leads SCL training programs for Marshall Goldsmith in India and the Middle East and has been recognized as one of the Top 10 Rising Global Indian Influencers by India Today. 🌍


    During my conversation with him, he recounts personal experiences and provides actionable advice for anyone seeking to improve their relationships or navigate the complexities of family businesses. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦


    In this conversation, Saahil and I delve into:


    📝 Understanding ourselves and reflecting through journaling

    💖 The importance of prioritizing oneself before others

    😌 Overcoming the fear of judgment and seeking validation

    👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Building generational businesses and co-creating with family

    🗣️ The value of coaching and mentoring

    🧠 Navigating unsolicited advice and listening to intuition

    🧩 Current challenges and mental models Saahil is facing and much more!


    I'm warning you - this episode might really pump you up and make you do the things you've always wanted to do. 🚀


    Tune in to this episode for valuable lessons on navigating family businesses, improving personal relationships, and living a life of clarity and purpose. Saahil Mehta's story is guaranteed to inspire and challenge you to rethink your own journey. 🎧✨


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    This episode is brought to you by Entrepreneur’s Organization – Dubai.


    The organization also offers a mentorship program that pairs members with experienced business leaders who can provide guidance and support as they grow their businesses.


    So if you are a business owner, tired of taking on your challenges all alone and are looking for unique networking opportunities along with structured support through accountability groups and mentors, this community is for you.


    To learn more on how to become a member, visit https://eodubai.com/ or reach out to EO Dubai Administrator adminsupport@eodubai.com.


    Details about the EO membership:

    https://eodubai.com/member-benefits-new/apply-for-membership-new/


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    Where to find the podcast:

    ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrbr87_ZSPICaDoTcCebyw

    🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6B5JdkAWrGSd927rZquJz7?si=4802c936a51f418c⁠

    🎙 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/my-first-business-with-naeem-parvez/id1615535576

    🎙 Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xOTE1MjA1LnJzcw?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjk_8SnuPD5AhUBGRoKHZ-DAxMQ9sEGegQIARAC


    Where to find Saahil:

    💼 ⁠LinkedIn⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saahilmehta

    📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saahilmehtaofficial/

    📸 ⁠Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saahilmehtaofficial/

    ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SaahilMehtaOfficial/

    🌐 ⁠Business Website(s): https://www.saahilmehta.com, https://www.saahildmcc.com, https://www.resnetworld.com


    Where to find me:

    📸 IG: http://www.instagram.com/the.naeem.parvez⁠

    📸 IG: http://www.instagram.com/myfirstbusinesspodcast

    💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nparvez⁠

    🖥 Website: https://www.nparvez.com
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    1 hr and 53 mins
  • EO Series #19 - Air Force Mechanic to Fashion CEO - Maureen Hall

    EO Series #19 - Air Force Mechanic to Fashion CEO - Maureen Hall
    Jun 13 2024

    Who knew that a Canadian Air Force helicopter mechanic with a well-worn copy of Reader's Digest Complete Guide to Sewing could transform the swimwear fashion industry in Dubai? ✨ Say hello to Maureen Hall - the Founder, CEO, and Head of Design for COÉGA Sunwear. Realizing a need for protective sunwear in Dubai (especially for her kids), she leveraged her sewing and design expertise to create the Pool Shoe, which marked the beginning of COÉGA's success. 🏊‍♀️👙 After more than 19 years, COÉGA has become a highly commendable company in the fashion sector, collaborating with major international brands like Disney, Marvel, Warner Bros, and Masha & the Bear. 🌟 In this episode, Maureen shares her insights as a business owner, emphasizing the importance of organization and time management. She discusses the role of templates and checklists in streamlining operations and offers tips on balancing rigidity and flexibility in business processes. Maureen also highlights the significance of meditation and mindfulness in maintaining a calm and focused mindset. 🧘‍♀️📋 Here are some of the key points Maureen and I talked about: 00:00 Introduction 21:12 Tips for planning an effective work week (how to prioritize tasks and set deadlines) 📅 24:58 Why streamlining processes is crucial and what happens if they're not followed 📈 52:40 Experiences from hiring friends and having to let them go 🤝 1:31:17 Celebrating 20 years of success 🎉 1:37:37 Using creativity to make the business future-proof 🌍 - And much more... It was a pleasure meeting and nerding out about processes with Maureen. Her contagious laugh, energy, and genuine passion for what she does shine through in this episode. 😊 --- This episode is brought to you by Entrepreneur’s Organization – Dubai. The organization also offers a mentorship program that pairs members with experienced business leaders who can provide guidance and support as they grow their businesses. So if you are a business owner, tired of taking on your challenges all alone and are looking for unique networking opportunities along with structured support through accountability groups and mentors, this community is for you. To learn more on how to become a member, visit https://eodubai.com/ or reach out to EO Dubai Administrator adminsupport@eodubai.com. Details about the EO membership: https://eodubai.com/member-benefits-new/apply-for-membership-new/ -- Where to find the podcast: ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrbr87_ZSPICaDoTcCebyw 🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6B5JdkAWrGSd927rZquJz7?si=4802c936a51f418c⁠ 🎙 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/my-first-business-with-naeem-parvez/id1615535576 🎙 Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xOTE1MjA1LnJzcw?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjk_8SnuPD5AhUBGRoKHZ-DAxMQ9sEGegQIARAC Where to find Maureen: 💼 ⁠LinkedIn⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maureen-coega/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maureen_coega_/ 📸 ⁠Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maureen.hall.5205 🌐 ⁠Business Website: https://www.coegawear.com/ Where to find me: 📸 IG: http://www.instagram.com/the.naeem.parvez⁠ 📸 IG: http://www.instagram.com/myfirstbusinesspodcast 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nparvez⁠ 🖥 Website: https://www.nparvez.com My First Business is a podcast based in Dubai, hosted by Naeem Parvez. In each episode, Naeem (co-founder of Digitalina) interviews successful, but under-the-radar entrepreneurs in the city. The guests share valuable lessons they've learned on their entrepreneurial journeys, making each episode feel like a conversation with a mentor you never had. Love From My First Business, a Dubai Podcast.

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    1 hr and 49 mins
  • EO Series #18 - When Art Meets Business: Building a Furniture Empire in Dubai - Tini Meyer

    EO Series #18 - When Art Meets Business: Building a Furniture Empire in Dubai - Tini Meyer
    May 28 2024
    Ever wondered how to seamlessly blend art and business? Tini Meyer's journey from artist to top contract furniture supplier in Dubai is a masterclass in creativity and entrepreneurship. 🎨 My guest for this conversation is Tini Meyer, who has found a way to mix art and business so aesthetically. What I learned from her during this conversation is how to set a good foundation first before trying to grow the business. She emphasized the need to "nail it before you scale it" and shared her approach to making strategic pivots and taking calculated risks. In 2009, Tini moved to Abu Dhabi to establish an artist studio residency center. In 2012, she co-founded interior360 as a boutique home furnishing store, which then pivoted to contract furniture. She started her business by importing designer furniture and home objects. But with the one-off nature of the products and the customization requests from clients, she realized that her business model might not be sustainable. Instead of giving up and packing her bags, she pivoted the business to focus on supplying furniture to hotels and restaurants in 2015. 🏨 Now, interior360 has become one of the largest contract furniture suppliers in Dubai, having delivered over 900 restaurant and hotel projects throughout the GCC. Over the years, Tini has expanded her business to include in-house manufacturing and has recently gone vertical, now supplying cleaning materials made by a company that's been around for 100 years. 🛋️✨ In this episode, Tini and I discussed: 00:00 Introduction ▶️ 05:25 How she juggles business responsibilities while raising a family 👩‍👧‍👦 31:49 The early mistakes she made and the lessons learned 📘 27:09 Strategies for building a strong workplace culture 🏢 34:29 Recognizing and seizing opportunities in diverse industries 🌐 1:07:52 Why there's no room for complacency in her team 🚫 1:21:29 The art of blending creativity with business acumen, and much more! 🎨💼 I've been so lucky to have found such humble superstars that should be heard about more, and Tini is definitely on that list! As always, there was no pretense, no academic business jargon, just pure passion for the way she molds her business and keeps it going and growing. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did. Without much further ado, here’s Tini Meyer, on the EO Series of the My First Business Podcast. 🎙️ -- This episode is brought to you by ⁠Entrepreneur’s Organization – Dubai.⁠ The organization also offers a mentorship program that pairs members with experienced business leaders who can provide guidance and support as they grow their businesses. So if you are a business owner, tired of taking on your challenges all alone and are looking for unique networking opportunities along with structured support through accountability groups and mentors, this community is for you. To learn more on how to become a member, visit ⁠https://eodubai.com/⁠ or reach out to EO Dubai Administrator ⁠adminsupport@eodubai.com⁠. Details about the EO membership: ⁠https://eodubai.com/member-benefits-new/apply-for-membership-new/⁠ Where to find the podcast: ▶️ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrbr87_ZSPICaDoTcCebyw⁠ 🎙 Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/6B5JdkAWrGSd927rZquJz7?si=4802c936a51f418c⁠⁠ 🎙 Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/my-first-business-with-naeem-parvez/id1615535576⁠ 🎙 Google Podcast: ⁠https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xOTE1MjA1LnJzcw?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjk_8SnuPD5AhUBGRoKHZ-DAxMQ9sEGegQIARAC⁠ Where to find Tini: 💼 ⁠LinkedIn⁠: https://linkedin.com/in/tini-meyer-093470a1/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/interior360/ 📸 ⁠Facebook: https://facebook.com/interior360Dubai/ 🌐 ⁠Business Website: https://interior-360.com Where to find me: 📸 IG: ⁠http://www.instagram.com/the.naeem.parvez⁠⁠ 📸 IG: ⁠http://www.instagram.com/myfirstbusinesspodcast⁠ 💼 LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/nparvez⁠⁠
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    1 hr and 46 mins
  • EO Series #17 - What Fashion Empire Builders Know - Rajesh Sajnani

    EO Series #17 - What Fashion Empire Builders Know - Rajesh Sajnani
    Apr 17 2024
    Join me in this inspiring episode as Rajesh Sajnani, the Founder and CEO of the RVS Group, shares his remarkable journey from a young entrepreneur to a visionary leader in the fashion and technology industries. ⚙️ Discover how Rajesh founded the RVS Group at the age of 19 in 1989 and grew it into a thriving enterprise with four subsidiaries, including Rajesh Trading Co. LLC, Si Fashion Galerie, The Studio, and the innovative ecommerce platform, Olyoly.com. Rajesh's ventures extends beyond fashion, as he delves into the technology space with Cloudhost Technology, recognized as the Best Innovative Cloud service provider in the SME segment. 💼 In this captivating conversation, Rajesh reflects on his entrepreneurial experiences and offers valuable insights into various topics, including: 00:00 ▶️ Introduction 06:51 🤗 Taking risks and embracing change (like jumping off a ship without knowing how to swim) 12:52 👗 The evolution of the Dubai fashion landscape 14:28 🌐 Building a strong ecosystem in the global fashion industry 32:47 💭 Insights into his latest venture, #8, a brand incubator business 41:47 📈 Identifying market gaps and competing on value 01:16:51 🤔 Balancing business innovation with personal reflection 01:32:34 ✍️ Rapid 30-day brand launches and business conceptualization in hospital rooms and more! Tune in to gain valuable perspectives from Rajesh as he shares his entrepreneurial wisdom and passion for creating innovative solutions. Learn how he navigates challenges, embraces opportunities, and remains committed to driving positive change in the fashion and technology sectors. 💻 And for someone who’s a serial entrepreneur, I haven’t met a humbler human being who doesn’t pretend to be perfect - in fact, sometimes he doesn’t even think of himself as an entrepreneur. 🙂 I hope you enjoy this one as much as I did! 🎙️ -- This episode is brought to you by Entrepreneur’s Organization – Dubai. The organization also offers a mentorship program that pairs members with experienced business leaders who can provide guidance and support as they grow their businesses. So if you are a business owner, tired of taking on your challenges all alone and are looking for unique networking opportunities along with structured support through accountability groups and mentors, this community is for you. To learn more on how to become a member, visit https://eodubai.com/ or reach out to EO Dubai Administrator adminsupport@eodubai.com. Details about the EO membership: https://eodubai.com/member-benefits-new/apply-for-membership-new/ Where to find the podcast: ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrbr87_ZSPICaDoTcCebyw 🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6B5JdkAWrGSd927rZquJz7?si=4802c936a51f418c⁠ 🎙 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/my-first-business-with-naeem-parvez/id1615535576 🎙 Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xOTE1MjA1LnJzcw?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjk_8SnuPD5AhUBGRoKHZ-DAxMQ9sEGegQIARAC Where to find Rajesh: 💼 ⁠LinkedIn⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajesh-sajnani/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rvsrajesh/ 📸 ⁠Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rajesh.sajnani.9 🌐 ⁠Business Website(s): https://rvsgroup.ae/, https://cloudhost.ae/, https://si-fashion.com/ Where to find me: 📸 IG: http://www.instagram.com/the.naeem.parvez⁠ 📸 IG: http://www.instagram.com/myfirstbusinesspodcast 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nparvez⁠ 🖥 Website: https://www.nparvez.com My First Business is a podcast based in Dubai, hosted by Naeem Parvez. In each episode, Naeem (co-founder of Digitalina) interviews successful, but under-the-radar entrepreneurs in the city. The guests share valuable lessons they've learned on their entrepreneurial journeys, making each episode feel like a conversation with a mentor you never had. Love From My First Business, a Dubai Podcast.
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    2 hrs
  • EO Series #16 - Brushing Up: The Story of a Pearly White Business - Shilpa Kane

    EO Series #16 - Brushing Up: The Story of a Pearly White Business - Shilpa Kane
    Apr 3 2024
    Say hello to Shilpa, the heart and soul behind Apex Clinics Group, co-founded with her life partner, Ajoy. For the past seven years, they've been nurturing a space where dental care goes hand in hand with community warmth. 🤝 At Apex, it's all about offering comprehensive dental care—or as Shilpa likes to call it, "Community Friendly Dental Care." This isn't just a slogan; it's a family affair, with their young son playing a significant role in the clinic's day-to-day life. They're not just talking about community values; they're living them. Shilpa's journey to this point is both diverse and rich. Armed with an MBA and a degree in Microbiology, she has a solid background in marketing, with more than a decade of experience across various fields like Telecom and Airlines. This eclectic mix of knowledge and experience has shaped her into a leader who sees beyond the balance sheet. 📝 But here's what truly makes Shilpa stand out: she's more than just a successful entrepreneur. She's someone who believes in the power of kindness and community. In a world where business can often be about the 'survival of the fittest,' Shilpa chooses a path less traveled. She's proof that success can be achieved by putting people and values first, making her business a platform for fostering community connections rather than just chasing profits. 💰 In this episode, Shilpa and I discussed: 00:00 ▶️ Introduction 08:28 🌟 The challenges of finding your IKIGAI 12:17 🤔 Knowing the right time to start your business 16:12 👨‍👩‍👦 Working with your spouse and kids in business 27:49 🗣 How communication can make or break you 43:52 🤝 Having long standing employees and keeping them 52:19 👭 Why community is a part of her USP 1:02:12 🫣 Taking on the right level of risk 1:12:06 🤗 The best way to use an accountability group 1:40:44 💼 The consequences of wanting to grow the business and much much more! Dive into the heart of entrepreneurship and partnership in this episode. Explore the concept of Ikigai—your reason for being—and how it shapes your business journey, especially when working with your spouse. Expect insights on growth, purpose, and the unique dynamics of sharing your professional and personal life with your partner. 💑 Loved putting this together and hope it inspires you. Share with those chasing dreams and making things happen! ✨ -- This episode is brought to you by ⁠Entrepreneur’s Organization – Dubai.⁠ The organization also offers a mentorship program that pairs members with experienced business leaders who can provide guidance and support as they grow their businesses. So if you are a business owner, tired of taking on your challenges all alone and are looking for unique networking opportunities along with structured support through accountability groups and mentors, this community is for you. To learn more on how to become a member, visit ⁠https://eodubai.com/⁠ or reach out to EO Dubai Administrator ⁠adminsupport@eodubai.com⁠. Details about the EO membership: ⁠https://eodubai.com/member-benefits-new/apply-for-membership-new/ Where to find the podcast: ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrbr87_ZSPICaDoTcCebyw 🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6B5JdkAWrGSd927rZquJz7?si=4802c936a51f418c⁠ 🎙 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/my-first-business-with-naeem-parvez/id1615535576 🎙 Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xOTE1MjA1LnJzcw?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjk_8SnuPD5AhUBGRoKHZ-DAxMQ9sEGegQIARAC Where to find Shilpa: 💼 ⁠LinkedIn⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shilpa-kane-a4608830/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sh_kane 📸 ⁠Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShilpaKane 📸 ⁠Business Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/apexclinics/ 🌐 ⁠Business Website: https://www.apexmedicalclinics.com/
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    1 hr and 49 mins
  • How to Beat Business Burnout - Rishi Kohli

    How to Beat Business Burnout - Rishi Kohli
    Mar 28 2024

    “You will at some point fall out of love with your business.” 😵

    Welcome back to the My First Business Podcast - this is a mini-episode, where I take some the best parts of my interviews with phenomenal entrepreneurs and chop it up for you like a snack. 😋


    In this bite sized version, you’ll be hearing from Rishi Kohli, Serial Entrepreneur, and CEO and Co-Founder of FIKA Mobility.🏍️


    Hear from Rishi as he unveils firsthand experience being part of EO and the transformative power of being in the EO forum. He also highlights the invaluable peer-to-peer conversations, access to unique insights, and the sense of community that EO fosters. Discover the benefits of having a dedicated space for entrepreneurs to share, learn, and grow together!✨


    This mini episode concludes with a powerful reflection on the essence of happiness over mere comfort in the entrepreneurial journey.


    If you like this snack-sized version, be sure to check out the full episode with Rishi Kohli on YouTube or Spotify or Apple, and oh, why haven’t you subscribed yet? 👀


    Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 01:20 Impact of EO in life and business 08:58 Falling out of love with the business


    Link to Rishi's Full Episode Interview: https://youtu.be/HTWwUzuDZ6g —


    Where to find the podcast: ▶️ YouTube⁠⁠⁠: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrbr87_ZSPICaDoTcCebyw 🎙 Spotify⁠⁠: https://open.spotify.com/show/6B5JdkAWrGSd927rZquJz7?si=4802c936a51f418c 🎙 ⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/my-first-business-with-naeem-parvez/id1615535576 🎙 ⁠⁠Google Podcast⁠⁠⁠: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xOTE1MjA1LnJzcw?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjk_8SnuPD5AhUBGRoKHZ-DAxMQ9sEGegQIARAC


    Where to find Rishi: 💼 LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rishi-kohli-56abb423/ 📸 ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠: https://www.instagram.com/rishikohli1 🌐 Business Website - https://fikamobility.com/, https://lemelighting.com/, https://www.waterwise.ae/


    Where to find me: 📸 IG: http://www.instagram.com/the.naeem.parvez 📸 IG: http://www.instagram.com/myfirstbusinesspodcast 💼 ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nparvez 🖥 Website: https://www.nparvez.com/


    My First Business is a podcast based in Dubai, hosted by Naeem Parvez. In each episode, Naeem (co-founder of Digitalina) interviews successful, but under-the-radar entrepreneurs in the city. The guests share valuable lessons they've learned on their entrepreneurial journeys, making each episode feel like a conversation with a mentor you never had.


    Love From My First Business, a Dubai Podcast.
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    10 mins
  • EO Series #15 - Taxation, Thought Capitalism and Consciousness - Divakar Vijayasarathy

    EO Series #15 - Taxation, Thought Capitalism and Consciousness - Divakar Vijayasarathy
    Mar 20 2024

    “Your own self-belief is your investment.”


    What I loved about Divakar the most is that I can safely say, he is on another level. His feet are firmly planted on the ground, yet his brain processes things from the view of a satellite orbiting the earth.


    In 2007, Divakar was an esteemed banker and had one of the best jobs in India - but he felt his curiosity draining every single day. He felt like the walls of knowledge were closing on him. He couldn’t stand having his thoughts constrained by artificial barriers.


    The banker turned ex-banker, and founded DVS Advisory group, which designs tax structures for entrepreneurs, SMEs & funded startups to enter India, expand globally from India or exit India, with zero penalties & 100% clarity.


    Divakar uses his business as his laboratory: he uses it to ideate, experiment, and build new products, services and models.


    You’ve probably seen him around - he’s a Forbes Advisor, has over 500 media publications and quotes and is also author of 15+ books on Direct & International Taxation.


    In this captivating conversation, Divakar and I dive deep into the concept of thought capitalism – a revolutionary approach to understanding and navigating the complexities of the modern economic landscape.

    We also explored other topics like: 00:00 ▶️ Introduction 06:14 🤔 Two kinds of capitalism: thought capitalism and currency based capitalism 12:43 ✨ Difference between perceived and actual reality 16:20 🧾 How to predict a country’s tax laws by just observing their traffic jams 32:29 🇮🇳 Why everyone should pay attention in India 1:00:02 👛 Enlarging your psychological wallet 1:03:22⚡ How energy is currency 1:05:25 ✍️ The compounding effect of intention 1:08:50 💭 Why poverty is possibly just a state of mind 1:21:24👫🏽 Working with your spouse 1:33:13 1️⃣ Keeping the main thing, the main thing and much, much more!


    I can safely say, this was a life altering podcast for me. I had goosebumps throughout the conversation, and a few awakening moments as I listened to it again, and I think it will happen to you as well.


    From discussing India's rise as a global economic powerhouse to exploring the opportunities and challenges facing entrepreneurs in the country, this episode is packed with invaluable wisdom and perspective. 🚀🌍

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    This episode is brought to you by ⁠Entrepreneur’s Organization – Dubai.⁠


    The organization also offers a mentorship program that pairs members with experienced business leaders who can provide guidance and support as they grow their businesses.


    So if you are a business owner, tired of taking on your challenges all alone and are looking for unique networking opportunities along with structured support through accountability groups and mentors, this community is for you.


    To learn more on how to become a member, visit ⁠https://eodubai.com/⁠ or reach out to EO Dubai Administrator ⁠adminsupport@eodubai.com⁠.


    Details about the EO membership: ⁠https://eodubai.com/member-benefits-new/apply-for-membership-new/ --

    Where to find the podcast: ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCjrbr87_ZSPICaDoTcCebyw 🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6B5JdkAWrGSd927rZquJz7?si=4802c936a51f418c⁠ 🎙 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/my-first-business-with-naeem-parvez/id1615535576 🎙 Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xOTE1MjA1LnJzcw?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjk_8SnuPD5AhUBGRoKHZ-DAxMQ9sEGegQIARAC


    Where to find Divakar: 💼 Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/divakarvijayasarathy/ 💼 Business LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dvs-advisors/ 🌐 Business Website: https://onedvs.com/


    Where to find me: 📸 IG: http://www.instagram.com/the.naeem.parvez⁠ 📸 IG: http://www.instagram.com/myfirstbusinesspodcast 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nparvez⁠ 🖥 Website: https://www.nparvez.com

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    1 hr and 59 mins
  • How to Build Products Customers Actually Love - Rishi Kohli

    How to Build Products Customers Actually Love - Rishi Kohli
    Mar 14 2024

    “Will you always have a perfect product? No, probably not. Because you're always iterating, you're always wanting to improve. Why? Because your customer wants something better. You always have to listen to your customer.” 😌 Welcome back to the My First Business Podcast - this is a mini-episode, where I take some the best parts of my interviews with phenomenal entrepreneurs and chop it up for you like a snack. 😋 In this bite sized version, you’ll be hearing from Rishi Kohli, Serial Entrepreneur, and CEO and Co-Founder of FIKA Mobility. Rishi discusses the significance of customer feedback, and the pitfalls of shortcuts when building products. He also emphasizes the art of perfecting products, cautioning against the perils of copying competitors. Learn how FIKA embraced the mantra of staying true to core strengths. 💪 This mini-episode is a distilled dose of entrepreneurial wisdom, reminding us all of the timeless principles that drive business excellence. If you like this snack-sized version, be sure to check out the full episode with Rishi Kohli on YouTube or Spotify or Apple, and oh, why haven’t you subscribed yet? 👀 Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:37 Move fast, break things philosophy 01:15 Customer’s safety first 02:47 Advantage of taking your time 04:25 Short-term thinking 05:42 Keeping an eye on competitors Link to Rishi's Full Episode Interview: https://youtu.be/HTWwUzuDZ6g — Where to find the podcast: ▶️ YouTube⁠⁠⁠: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrbr87_ZSPICaDoTcCebyw 🎙 Spotify⁠⁠: https://open.spotify.com/show/6B5JdkAWrGSd927rZquJz7?si=4802c936a51f418c 🎙 ⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/my-first-business-with-naeem-parvez/id1615535576 🎙 ⁠⁠Google Podcast⁠⁠⁠: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xOTE1MjA1LnJzcw?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjk_8SnuPD5AhUBGRoKHZ-DAxMQ9sEGegQIARAC Where to find Rishi: 💼 LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rishi-kohli-56abb423/ 📸 ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠: https://www.instagram.com/rishikohli1 🌐 Business Website - https://fikamobility.com/, https://lemelighting.com/, https://www.waterwise.ae/ Where to find me: 📸 IG: http://www.instagram.com/the.naeem.parvez 📸 IG: http://www.instagram.com/myfirstbusinesspodcast 💼 ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nparvez 🖥 Website: https://www.nparvez.com/ My First Business is a podcast based in Dubai, hosted by Naeem Parvez. In each episode, Naeem (co-founder of Digitalina) interviews successful, but under-the-radar entrepreneurs in the city. The guests share valuable lessons they've learned on their entrepreneurial journeys, making each episode feel like a conversation with a mentor you never had. Love From My First Business, a Dubai Podcast.

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