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Dani El Zein, the Founder of Supy chats to us about the incredible growth he has seen leading a Company on a mission to help restaurants control their food cost.

Starting from it's hub in Dubai, Supy now serves countries as far as Australia with a beautiful, sleek, functional Saas platform.

I hope you enjoy this talk with Dani as much as I did !

Alexander sits with Tonye as they explore Dubai’s entrepreneurial scene, power of social media and what's next for Tonye with AI.

Valuable lessons from two entrepreneurs trying to make it in Dubai. 00:00 Dubai’s journey never settle for a Honda aims for a Rollsroyce.

14:29 Tonye’s first business & his failures

18:27 Dubai: A perfect fusion between modernization and traditional values.

27:49 Dubai’s focus on building a trading hub, fixing issues quickly as they occur

36:16 Tonye’s strategy to transfer his knowledge into an AI system and it’s advantages.

How do Fundamental Shifts affect your Work & Industry ?

What are you doing to prepare for them? How are you planning your next 5 moves to ensure that you stay relevent when they come?

Had the pleasure of talking to Loulou Khazen Baz. She brings a unique perspective as she's been a successful entrepreneur before starting her investment career through Spade Ventures and if this wasn't enough she also runs one of the most successful podcasts in the Middle East "Conversations with Loulou". Enjoy our deep dive into all things startups. 00:00 - 02:10 Introduction 02:11 - 06:16 Loulou's journey 09:19 - 10:46 Ai and deal flow 10:47 - 12:26 What sectors are hot right now? 12:27 - 14:42 Conversations with LouLou 14:43 - 25:26 All things startups 25:27 - 27:56 How to Hedge Your Bet on a First Time Founder? 27:57 - 31:15 Product vs Distribution in startups 31:15 - 33:49 Red flags 33:50 - 37:47 Startups without technical founders? 37:48 - 40:45 Challenging times for startups 40:46 - 44:52 Spade Ventures 44:53 - 47: 45 Hang in there during tough times

[00:02:48] TikTok's algorithm is more effective than Instagram's. TikTok content can go viral on Instagram, but not the other way around.

[00:06:22] The text discusses a revelation about the perception of becoming an electrical engineer and the decision to not pursue it.

[00:08:05] I was already working, used to it, so dropping out was a relief.

[00:12:26] Client initially didn't want to work with me, but later asked me to make TikToks. My first video went viral, leading to realization of wasted time.

[00:15:47] Consultation with clients, unpredictable success rates, preferred structures, viral potential, individual outcomes important.

[00:17:10] The challenge is to solve the problem ourselves and help more people. Need to expand business, not be greedy. Goal is to figure it out and not rely on clients forever. Timeline is limited.

[00:19:58] Creating viral content may not translate to creative success; views and followers are the only measures of superiority in this game. Aspiring content creators face challenges in establishing their unique mission and gaining desired reach.

[00:23:11] I prioritized comfort and peace of mind over making more money in the corporate world. However, money is still necessary for basic needs. I dislike money.

[00:28:31] Trial and error, testing different content styles for 1.5 years. Found motivation from a client, started recording videos at midnight.

[00:30:16] I recreated Gary Vee's motivational speeches with a nonsensical twist and gained popularity, but eventually focused solely on the motivational content.

[00:32:49] Gen Z's influence is imminent; adapt or be left behind.

[00:35:57] The author feels fortunate dropping out of college at the right time, leading to positive consequences.

00:02:52 Michael Jordan loved what he did so much that he didn't view it as work. 00:05:43 Society is programmed for convenience, but pushing oneself physically is important for growth and feeling alive. Going to the gym and exerting oneself is crucial, especially in the modern world. 00:10:21 The speaker enjoys morning runs at the gym and competing against younger people. It makes them feel alive and provides a sense of competition that is lacking in life. 00:11:51 The writer values extreme competition and balancing different areas 00:02:52 Michael Jordan loved what he did so much that he didn't view it as work. 00:05:43 Society is programmed for convenience, but pushing oneself physically is important for growth and feeling alive. Going to the gym and exerting oneself is crucial, especially in the modern world. 00:10:21 The speaker enjoys morning runs at the gym and competing against younger people. It makes them feel alive and provides a sense of competition that is lacking in life. 00:11:51 The writer values extreme competition and balancing different areas of life. 00:17:28 The speaker loves doing gym workouts but wanted something competitive. They tried boxing but were worried about injuries, so a friend suggested jiu jitsu. They feel alive and addicted to it, and it is helping them improve physically and mentally. 00:20:53 Working out takes time to build, but can fall apart quickly if not maintained, impacting motivation and confidence.of life. 00:17:28 The speaker loves doing gym workouts but wanted something competitive. They tried boxing but were worried about injuries, so a friend suggested jiu jitsu. They feel alive and addicted to it, and it is helping them improve physically and mentally. 00:20:53 Working out takes time to build, but can fall apart quickly if not maintained, impacting motivation and confidence.

Welcome back to another episode of "No Money But Dreams," our guest today is Mahdi Sheifi the founder of Trifid Media, a creative agency which he started in 2018 ! 
In this episode we discuss how Advertising & Marketing has gone from print & publishing to fully digital & online, as well as tips & tricks to stay ahead in this new digital age. 
Hope you enjoy this chat with Mahdi Sheifi !

Welcome back to another episode of "No Money But Dreams," our guest today is Mahdi Sheifi the founder of Trifid Media, a creative agency which he started in 2018 ! 

In this episode we discuss how Advertising & Marketing has gone from print & publishing to fully digital & online, as well as tips & tricks to stay ahead in this new digital age. 

Hope you enjoy this chat with Mahdi Sheifi !

00:01:13 The text discusses key points for starting and scaling a business, acknowledging that most people fail at entrepreneurship.

00:05:47 Competition in Abu Dhabi's coffee shop and burger joint market limits profitability and scalability, making franchising a more logical option.

00:08:54 Operating with fewer employees reduces drama and distractions for founders. Being relentless and passionate increases the chances of success.

00:12:24 To make money, create something people want and understand the market demand. Align your passion and knowledge with market opportunities. Large markets attract investment.

00:15:58 Misunderstanding wealth creation; wealth is abundant, not a zero-sum game. Steve Jobs improved lives with iPhone.

00:18:32 Celebrities with large audiences can promote products and help companies go to market faster.

00:22:13 To succeed in tech startups, consider making your product sticky by targeting regular activities or providing social proof.

00:25:34 Porsche and Louis Vuitton retain their value by making small, incremental changes to their products over time, keeping their shape and materials consistent. This strategy appeals to customers and benefits the companies.

00:29:47 Creating real wealth involves aiming for monopoly and escaping competition by finding unique solutions to problems, leading to successful businesses. Failed companies do not escape competition. Check out Paul Graham's essays and podcasts for more insights.