Parhaat Pakistan Startup Podcastit (2024)

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Ep8 – How to outsource manufacturing – With Botanist’s Simona Sotirovska – Crossing the Desert – Fortis 33:55

1M ago33:55

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In this episode, Isaac discovers that to own a home care products brand, you don’t need your own production, equipment, or even your own formulas. In the modern world, you can own a restaurant without having a kitchen or a dining space. You can own a bakery without buying flour or hiring bakers. Isaac talks to Simona Sotirovska. She and her partner…

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TMF 022 - What Counts as Innovation - Progressive vs Disruptive Tech 34:46

1M ago34:46

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Subscribe to the newsletter: https://sknexus.com/subscribe/ Note: Generated subtitles may have some errors since the Podcast is in Urdu language. What makes any tech product an innovation? A question that requires basic understanding of how progress is made with tech around us. In this episode I go over why you should care about progressive vs disr…

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TWP 008 - Getting Lucky - The Reason Everyone Succeeds While ‘You’ Don’t 42:02

2M ago42:02

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Getting lucky is something that is in your control. Just have to understand why people get lucky before you do that. In this episode of The Wandering Pro, I cover what is luck in career, how can one game it, the best ways to build a strong foundation in today's ecosystem, and what you need to do starting today. Hosted by Saqib Tahir Read companion …

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Ep7 – How To Sell If You Are More Of A 'Product Person' – With Skin Concept’s Aisha Chishti - Crossing The Desert - Fortis 41:30

2M ago41:30

41:30

Budget numbers, big sales that can ruin a business, story about scummers, and tips on how to find suppliers – in this episode Isaac talks to Aisha Chishti. Aisha runs Skin Concept, a brand of handcrafted self-care products. It is very important for Aisha that everything is made by hand and from scratch, all products are sustainable and at the same …

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TMF 021 - Shopping Online in Pakistan - Complete Guide For Aam Awaam (Average People/Mango Insaan) 35:03

2M ago35:03

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Join our Discord Community: https://sknexus.com/discord/ Subscribe to the newsletter: https://sknexus.com/subscribe/ Note: Generated subtitles may have some errors since the Podcast is in Urdu language. Shopping online has become a primary source of commerce for many in Pakistan. But it is riddled with problems, scams, misinformation, and much more…

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TWP 007 - Validating Your Value - The Missing Piece Behind Becoming Irreplaceable in Your Career 31:43

2M ago31:43

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People understand the concept of providing value but seldom understand how to validate it. You work day and night being the best asset, but when the time comes, you'll just be another headcount on the chopping block. In today's episode I want to cover how to build a strong base, which can ideally make you irreplaceable at any job...or better yet ir…

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TMF 020 - PCs Getting Arm'ed Up - Why You Should Care 35:44

2M ago35:44

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Join our Discord Community: https://sknexus.com/discord/ Subscribe to the newsletter: https://sknexus.com/subscribe/ Note: Generated subtitles may have some errors since the Podcast is in Urdu language. Apple's M1 has been the single biggest success in recent computing history. And now Windows wants a piece of that. In today's episode we go over wh…

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Ep6 – How To Delegate Work To Employees: Standardization, Hiring, Control – With Arabiatee’s Lidia – Crossing The Desert – Fortis 40:06

2M ago40:06

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Lidia has developed her own method of teaching Arabic. It turned out to be so good that native-speaking Arab teachers invited her to teach it to them, and the students began to speak after the third lesson. In this episode, Lidia shares insights into transforming her teaching method into a thriving business, detailing her processes for hiring, onbo…

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TWP 006 - Soft Skills Are a Scam - Here's Why 25:59

2M ago25:59

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Before you go out and upskill, you need to understand what skills are. In today's episode we go over Soft Skills, Hard Skills, Domains, Roles, Expertise, Generalism (if that's a word), and everything related to what you should know about upskilling. P.S Soft Skills are a scam, not for the reason you think - find out in the episode. Hosted by Saqib …

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TWP 005 - Learning How To Learn - The Good, The Bad, The Ugly 41:29

2M ago41:29

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Failing to teach people how to learn is probably the biggest failure of our ecosystem. In today’s episode I want to talk about three ways you can keep on learning, and keep on growing. Covering areas like: - What is Learning how to Learn - The 3 ways I have used to learn - What is an educational content creator - How to gather useful knowledge - Wh…

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TMF 019 - Apple Intelligence - AI for the 'Best' of Us - All You Need to Know About AI in Pakistan 29:28

3M ago29:28

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Join our Discord Community: https://sknexus.com/discord/ Subscribe to the newsletter: https://sknexus.com/subscribe/ Note: Generated subtitles may have some errors since the Podcast is in Urdu language. Apple's new "Apple Intelligence" suite introduces a range of AI features, including AI writing tools, an improved Siri, enhanced media search, and …

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TWP 004 - Escaping the 9 to 5 - The Basics You Need To Know 27:04

3M ago27:04

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Understanding what a 9 to 5 is important, if you're looking to escape it. As with most issues, in Pakistan - basics are not taught well, and I wanted to take this opportunity to introduce to you, the listener, to: - What a 9 to 5 needs to be - What a 5 to 9 needs to be - How do you leverage your efforts in the right way - What is the roadmap for so…

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Ep5 – How To Manage A Business And A Family – With Mumz And Munchkinz’ Hannah – Crossing The Desert – Fortis 36:05

3M ago36:05

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There was a time when Hannah’s business had three directions at once: furniture production, a clothing brand for children, and events for children and their moms. And all of it while being a mom to three kids. It’d been too much so she had to prioritize and rebuild her business. Now her family and her business are growing together in synergy.If you…

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TMF 018 - SadaPay No More Sadda Pay - The Fintech Landscape in Pakistan 25:27

3M ago25:27

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Join our Discord Community: https://sknexus.com/discord/ Subscribe to the newsletter: https://sknexus.com/subscribe/ Note: Generated subtitles may have some errors since the Podcast is in Urdu language. Fintech has established itself as a permanent fixture in the Pakistani financial landscape, and its continued success relies on our collective effo…

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TWP 003 - Passion vs Paycheck - The Constant Struggle of Pakistani Professionals 24:30

3M ago24:30

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In today's episode I want to go over a commonly misunderstood concept - Passion. Thing is, being in Pakistan, how we approach passion needs to be different. It's easy to pursue passion when your needs are met, it's hard to do so when the average salary barely pays rent. So join me as we uncover perhaps a new way to think about Passion when it comes…

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TWP 002 - Shining Under The Sun - How to Stand Out When Starting Out 15:30

3M ago15:30

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With the Pilot episode of The Wandering Pro podcast I want to cover a really important aspect that you need to understand. When you start out to level up in your career or business, standing out is the hardest challenge you will face. As a first, in likely a series of episodes based around this factor - I want to cover how you can niche down and ad…

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TWP 001 - Welcome Wanderer 6:17

3M ago6:17

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Welcome to The Wandering Pro The only Podcast in Pakistan diving deep into Career and Business “for you”. Get real experience based mindset unlock content, helping you upskill your career or upscale your business. Hosted by Saqib Tahir Original article on vision behind The Wandering Pro: https://sknexus.com/goal-of-my-content/ Chapters 0:00 - TWP 0…

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TMF 017 - Do Number Kasayi - Avoiding Tech Scams as a Pakistani 24:39

3M ago24:39

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Join our Discord Community: https://sknexus.com/discord/ Subscribe to the newsletter: https://sknexus.com/subscribe/ Note: Generated subtitles may have some errors since the Podcast is in Urdu language. With Eid coming soon you need to learn how butchering works. Not the kind you are thinking of. Staying safe on the internet is becoming harder ever…

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Ep4 – How To Build A Side Business While Working A Full Time Job – With Levant’s Wajda Khalidi – Crossing The Desert – Fortis 40:21

3M ago40:21

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In the fourth episode of Fortis’s Crossing The Desert, Isaac is joined by Levant's Wajda Khalidi. Wajda shares her journey of balancing a demanding office career while slowly building her business step by step. She discusses the importance of patience and persistence, the challenges of maintaining product quality, and how she turned personal challe…

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Ep3 – How To Deal With People Copying Your Designs - With Tica's Omar & Dina - Crossing The Desert - Fortis 33:31

4M ago33:31

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“So I sad: this is not your design, this can’t be right. And the guy said: what are you going to do about it?” I am Isaac, an entrepreneur who just moved to Dubai. In this episode, I interview Omar and Dina, the owners of the brand Tica’s . They will tell you what happened when they found their products being copied and the innovative business idea…

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71. From Freelancer to CEO: The CeePrinto Story 23:16

4M ago23:16

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In this 71st episode of the misaal podcast, you will listen to my conversation with Asfar Anjum — the founder of CeePrinto. A Print-on-demand platform that lets you design, customize, and sell your own products. Guest: Asfar Anjum | https://www.linkedin.com/in/asfaranjum/ Startup: Ceeprinto | https://ceeprinto.com/ Host: Zahid Lilani - https://twit…

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Ep2 – How To Bring Investors To Your Business – With DK Hot Sauce's Danny - Crossing The Desert - Fortis 49:46

4M ago49:46

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“If you respect city it respects you back” In this episode, Isaac interviews Danny, founder of the DK Hot Sause brand, and his wife Maria. Denny will tell you how he opened a business after working at Jimmy Choo and Armani, what working on an international cruise ship taught him, and how Covid had changed his life. Maria will tell how she created a…

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Ep1 – How To Grow A Sustainability Business In Dubai - With Sustainably U's Simy - Crossing The Desert - Fortis 36:23

5M ago36:23

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“Our focus is always that that thing that will happen, but there it's just an imagination. You need to focus on today”. I am Isaac, an entrepreneur who just moved to Dubai. In this episode, I interview Simy, sustainable fashion designer and founder of the brand Sustainably U. She’ll tell you why every business should be sustainable, and how the ide…

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70. Scaling AI: Saad Khawar's vision for more intelligent data labeling 35:31

5M ago35:31

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In this 70th episode of the misaal podcast, you will listen to my conversation with Saad Khawar — co-founder of Datacade. A provider of labeling and annotation solutions for LLMs.Guest: Saad Khawar | https://www.linkedin.com/in/saad-khawar/Startup: Datacade | https://datacade.ai/Host: Zahid Lilani - https://twitter.com/ZahidLilani Startup funding n…

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Crossing the Desert: season one trailer 2:29

5M ago2:29

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Welcome to “Crossing the Desert” podcast by Fortis. Here we tell stories of how businesses are setting and growing in the Emirates. You are gonna listen to Isaac's story; when he first came to Dubai he was impressed with it’s business spirit and huge projects. But he believes it’s not only about it. Ambitious dreamers come to Emirates to bring here…

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69. Pakistani startups raised $0 in Q1 2024 5:24

5M ago5:24

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In this episode of the misaal podcast, I’ll give you a quarterly update on the startup ecosystem in Pakistan.As far as startup funding goes, there isn’t much to discuss, as Pakistani startups raised $0 in Q1. Still, many things happened in Q1, such as SadaPay acquisition, startup closures, layoffs, etc.It’s mostly bad news, but there’s light at the…

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TMF 016 - Jhoot Bolay EU Kattay 32:07

6M ago32:07

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Join our Discord Community: https://sknexus.com/discord/ Subscribe to the newsletter: https://sknexus.com/subscribe/ Note: Generated subtitles may have some errors since the Podcast is in Urdu language. EU is being praised recently for many massive gamer moves against the tech giants. On one side, this was much needed, a kick to know that there are…

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68. Syed Azfar Hussain | NIC Hyderabad 37:42

6M ago37:42

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In this 68th episode of the misaal podcast, you will listen to my conversation with Syed Azfar Hussain — the Project Director at NIC Hyderabad. A public-private partnership-funded incubation center for ambitious entrepreneurs. Guest: Syed Azfar Hussain | https://www.linkedin.com/in/azfar84/ Organization: NIC Hyderabad | https://nichyderabad.com/ Ho…

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67. Unpacking SadaPay’s $50 million Acquisition 5:55

6M ago5:55

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In this 67th episode of the misaal podcast, I unpack the recent $50 million acquisition of SadaPay by Papara.Despite a challenging month with no new startup funding rounds, the ecosystem showed signs of resilience with SadaPay’s acquisition. However, there are no whiners in this deal. Discover insights into the impact of political changes on the ec…

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TMF 015 - Me Sora Tha 39:32

6M ago39:32

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Join our Discord Community: https://sknexus.com/discord/ Subscribe to the newsletter: https://sknexus.com/subscribe/ Note: Generated subtitles may have some errors since the Podcast is in Urdu language. Open AI teased Sora - which led many to wonder if the age of video production using a camera is over. In this week’s episode of Tech Made Fun we go…

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66. Gohar Shafique | We Want Design 30:40

7M ago30:40

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In this 66th episode of the misaal podcast, you will listen to my conversation with Gohar Shafique — a serial entrepreneur and founder of We Want Design. An easy-to-use design and development service for startups, enterprises, and agencies. Guest: Gohar Shafique | https://www.linkedin.com/in/gohardotme/ Startup: We Want Design | https://www.wewantd…

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TMF 014 - Vision 20..24 34:39

7M ago34:39

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Join our Discord Community: https://sknexus.com/discord/ Subscribe to the newsletter: https://sknexus.com/subscribe/ Note: Generated subtitles may have some errors since the Podcast is in Urdu language. The podcast makes a return - 2 years later. In this much anticipated episode we go over the much anticipated product by Apple - the Apple Vision Pr…

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Extra - Stupid Enough To Resume A Podcast 10:31

7M ago10:31

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Subscribe to receive updates: https://sknexus.com/subscribe/ Note: Generated subtitles may have some errors since the Podcast is in Urdu language. It's been 2 years - and you need an explanation. In this extra episode, I will be going over the Solo return of the podcast - why we stopped, and why I want to bring it back. by Saqib Tahir Support the S…

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65. Huzaifa Ahmad | Rizq 37:52

7M ago37:52

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In this 65th episode of the misaal podcast, you will listen to my conversation with Huzaifa Ahmad — the co-founder of Rizq A social impact startup that tackles the problem of food insecurity and waste through its many different programs. Guest: Huzaifa Ahmad | https://www.linkedin.com/in/huzaifa-ahmad-7026aa165/ Startup: Rizq | https://rizq.org/ Ho…

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64. Adeel Raza | eLearning evolve 20:42

8M ago20:42

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In this episode, Adeel Raza, co-founder of eLearning Evolve, shares how his free WordPress plugin proved more valuable than he first anticipated, allowing him to offer a paid version.Guest: Adeel Raza | https://www.linkedin.com/in/adeel-raza/Startup: eLearning evolve | https://elearningevolve.com/Host: Zahid Lilani - https://twitter.com/ZahidLilani…

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63. Hunain Kapadia | Smartbenefits 25:08

9M ago25:08

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Hunain Kapadia, the co-founder and CTO of Smartbenefits, joins me to talk about how he is making it easier for employers to provide health and life insurance to their employees at an affordable price. Guest: Hunain Kapadia | https://www.linkedin.com/in/hunainkapadia/ Startup: Smartbenefits | https://smartbenefits.pk/ Host: Zahid Lilani - https://tw…

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62. Haider Raza | DealCart 37:49

10M ago37:49

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E-commerce startups are commonplace in Pakistan. However, a significant segment of society sits on the sidelines as they can’t find the bargains they seek online. My guest in this episode of the misaal podcast wants to change that. His name is Haider Raza, and he is the co-founder of DealCart. A social commerce startup bringing community and group …

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61. Pakistan's Changing Digital Media Landscape with Muna Khan 41:51

11M ago41:51

41:51

From busy cities to remote villages, digital media has revolutionized how Pakistan shares information. The more we understand these changes, the better off we'll be at digesting news, engaging with stories, and understanding the world. The topic of digital media is very close to my heart as a podcaster and publisher serving the Pakistani audience. …

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60. Q3 2023 Pakistan Startup Funding Update with Mutaher Khan 31:13

11M ago31:13

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The quarter just ended, and the numbers are in. Pakistani startups raised $6.8 million in disclosed equity funding across five deals in Q3 2023. That’s 87% less than the $55 million raised in Q3 of 2022 but 40% more than the $5 million raised in Q2 of 2023. This brings the YTD funding to $35 million. So what gives? To answer that question and bette…

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59. Michel Friedman | Reflect Ventures 27:04

12M ago27:04

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Last year, Pakistani startups received half their funding from emerging market VC firms. This year, most emerging market VC firms are sitting on the sidelines and waiting for market conditions to improve. However, my guest in this episode of the misaal podcast is actively funding deals and most recently invested in Truckistan. His name is Michel Fr…

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58. Asad Hashamali | Alt Academy 37:59

1y ago37:59

37:59

It is not easy to monetize EdTech in Pakistan. Startups are competing with free content on YouTube. However, my guest on this episode of the misaal podcast has successfully monetized his EdTech startup and built the go-to place for A levels prep. His name is Asad Hashamali, and he is the co-founder of Alt Academy. Alt Academy makes A Level exam pre…

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57. Muhammad Mustafa | EasyFresh 26:15

1y ago26:15

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Agriculture plays a huge role in Pakistan’s economy. It employs about 42% of the country’s workforce and contributes 19% to the GDP. But the sector still relies a lot on inefficient supply chains. And my guest in this episode of the misaal podcast wants to change that. His name is Muhammad Mustafa, and he is the co-founder of EasyFresh. A B2B start…

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56. Ahsan Ali Khan | Zaraye 29:34

1y ago29:34

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In Pakistan, sourcing raw materials for manufacturing is complicated and fragmented. My guest on this episode of the misaal podcast wants to change that. His name is Ahsan Ali Khan, and he is the co-founder of Zaraye. A marketplace that simplifies and streamlines the sourcing process for buyers and sellers alike. Buyers get quality products, and su…

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55. Mutaher Khan | The focus on IT in Pakistan’s FY24 Budget 23:13

1y ago23:13

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A couple of weeks back, Pakistan unveiled its federal budget for FY24. It is as predictable as one has come to expect. A lot of borrowing to pay for the basics. However, this budget had one unique feature: the focus on IT. So I asked Mutaher Khan, who did an excellent round-up of all IT-related proposals in the budget for DAWN news, to come and sha…

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54. Salman Shahid | Dost 28:24

1y ago28:24

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My guest in this episode of the misaal podcast is helping blue-collar workers find the opportunities they deserve and get an edge in the job market. His name is Salman Shahid, and he is the co-founder of Dost. Find out why he believes Dost is the best platform for blue-collar workers to find jobs and for employers to hire qualified candidates. Gues…

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53. Farooq Tirmizi | Elphinstone 32:53

1+ y ago32:53

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My guest in this episode of the misaal podcast is changing how Pakistanis invest. His startup allows investors in Pakistan to invest in the U.S. stock market. His name is Farooq Tirmizi, and he is the co-founder of Elphinstone. For as little as $100, you can start investing in the U.S. stock market with Elphinstone. Guest: Farooq Tirmizi | https://…

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52. Aamir Bhagat | ITeachStuff 31:31

1+ y ago31:31

31:31

My guest in this episode of the misaal podcast is bringing all your favorite creators and experts in their fields to one platform so you can learn in-demand skills and up your game. He’s a creative tour de force and an invisible hand behind many creators you all love and cherish. I, for one, have learned a great deal about editing from his many You…

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51. Rooshan Aziz | Maqsad 20:36

1+ y ago20:36

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My guest in this episode of the misaal podcast is helping students get ahead by providing them with personalized tutoring and customized testing. His name is Rooshan Aziz, and he is the co-founder of Maqsad. Using Maqsad's all-in-one mobile learning platform, students from grades 9-12 can learn and test at their own pace. Guest: Rooshan Aziz | http…

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50. Jarrar Shah | 24Seven 27:45

1+ y ago27:45

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My guest in this 50th episode of the misaal podcast is empowering kiryana stores to create a unified consumer experience. His name is Jarrar Shah, and he is the co-founder of 24Seven. Through digitization and innovation, 24Seven helps local kiryana stores in Pakistan create a unified consumer experience. Guest: Jarrar Shah - https://www.linkedin.co…

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49. Mohammad Nasrullah | Integry 33:24

1+ y ago33:24

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I have a very special guest on this episode of the misaal podcast. A serial entrepreneur who's currently building his third startup. Not only that, he's building a global B2B SaaS product in a country where startups like his are fairly uncommon. His name is Mohammad Nasrullah, a.k.a Nash, and he is the founder of Integry. With Integry, companies ca…

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