Send us a text In this episode, I'm going to show you how to use time blocking, and its three cousins to your advantage and how to make the most of these productivity tools so that you can get away from your calendar controlling you. https://elevatedentrepreneur.fm/55
Send us a text The story you tell about your brand is important. But how do you know that you are telling it right? In this week’s episode, I’m sharing with you a simple framework you can use to tell your brand story in a way that is more engaging and personal and also connects you with your customers. If this sounds interesting to you, then let’s dive in straight to this week’s episode on The Elevated Entrepreneur Podcast. https://elevatedentrepreneur.fm/54...
Send us a text One of the hardest skills for entrepreneurs and founders to master is delegation. Yet, it is one of the most important skills that any entrepreneur or founder can have. You're probably used to doing everything yourself, but you know you need to give up some control over important areas if you want to scale your business. In this episode, you’ll learn what we get wrong about delegation, why we have trouble delegating, what most entrepreneurs and founders tend to do instead of deleg...
Send us a text Many of us battle with procrastination, the impulse to put tasks off until the last minute or even later. But there is another habit that's sometimes linked to procrastination: precrastination. It's when we rush to get tasks done as soon as possible in an attempt to not have those tasks lingering on our minds later, so we stop cluttering our headspace and causing our anxiety. If you think this is a positive, wait til you hear what David Rosenbaum, the professor who coined this ter...
Send us a text Putting things off can take a toll on your productivity and happiness, and procrastination is one of them. Sometimes it can be the result of a lack of motivation or just not knowing what to do next. If you’re looking for simple yet effective ways to beat the procrastination bully in your life, you’ve come to the right place! Tune in to this episode and find out why we’re procrastinating in the first place, four important tips to procrastinate less, and how to implement these tips ...
Send us a text For almost five years of being an entrepreneur, I’ve learned so much I did not expect I would learn. Not just when I’m running my business, Cloudscape since 2017, but also when I had a dream that changed so many journeys of entrepreneurs across 41 cities in 20 countries—It was when I started podcasting last 2017. And now that I’ve been doing it for two and a half years, I prepared three big and amazing announcements for all my listeners. So, buckle up and turn up the volume to the...
Send us a text We live in a world that is getting crazier every day. We need leaders and organizations that can rise above existing norms and help us navigate this complicated world. Good leaders are important because they teach us how to think bigger, take risks and make life easier. To be a good leader, you need to be a good listener. That's why in this episode I'm joined by Warsha Joshi, who is also a mastermind facilitator and a serial entrepreneur. She has built many successful businesses a...
Send us a text Most people miss out on a lot of opportunities because they overthink that they don’t deserve them, they are not good enough, and that they might just mess up. They lack self-confidence which causes them not to see the endless possibilities that await them and how much they can do. Are you one of the “most people”? Do you want to reach your full potential and build strong self-confidence? Then this episode is for you. Meet Aliyah Rajah. She has a biomedical science degree and a ma...
Send us a text Business is a saturated world where improving and aiming to get better at negotiations is a must. Unfortunately, in some cases, some people are willing to charge way below their initial cost of services in order to secure clients. What if I told you that clients actually love closing deals when the service providers charge higher? You can still win the client even if you charge triple times more than your competitors. How is that possible? One word: Negotiation. In this episode, y...
Send us a text When diving into a risky endeavour it is important to always be thinking big and emotionally supported. Since business has been normalized to be perceived as “Too risky,” “Just for rich people,” and “Will most likely fail”, especially for women. Families and friends will probably tell you that you’re just dreaming too big and you have to be realistic, that your plans are unachievable, or even you can’t do it. In this episode, you will get to know the 7-figure earner entrepreneur w...
Send us a text An insane statistic tells that there are already 528 million entrepreneurs in the world and this count keeps on rising. However, most entrepreneurs want to see results as soon as possible that’s why they flood their to-do list apps thinking that all of them can be done in a couple of weeks only. This makes them feel overwhelmed, and uncomfortable, and end up procrastinating. In this episode, you will learn how to prevent ‘to-do list overwhelm’, determine the methods on how to prop...
Send us a text In this episode, we dive into 20 of our favourite quotes from the book Winnie the Pooh and turn them into daily life mantras for entrepreneurs! While most entrepreneurs' eyes are fixated on their wristwatches, have you ever wondered if there was something more to life? Life is not just about business. You can’t enjoy all the fruits of your labour unless you take time off occasionally to smell the roses. It's important to take a step back and enjoy life from time to time. I am once...
Send us a text The art of discovery is one of the most important parts of any sales process. And yet, so many entrepreneurs and business owners spend a minuscule amount of time on it. This often leads to miscommunication, missed expectations and failed business relationships. A better discovery process will help you avoid these all-too-common issues. Plus, help you close more businesses quickly and more effortlessly. In this episode, I talk about the four types of questions you need to ask in a ...
Send us a text You've always wanted to start your own business, but you haven't for a variety of reasons, such as “I don't love risks”, “I'm not special”, or “I don't have a clear business plan”. Or perhaps you're already an entrepreneur, and you're finding yourself limited by the same beliefs around entrepreneurship. In this podcast episode, I'm busting these six myths around entrepreneurship and showing you how to overcome them. https://elevatedentrepreneur.fm/43...
Send us a text This week I’m joined by two very special guests, Warsha Joshi and Evan Le Clus of the Dare to Scale Show. We’re diving into a discussion about a classic children’s book: Alice in Wonderland. I believe it’s not just for children, but everyone of every age can learn many valuable lessons from this book. We’re going to be talking about the main lessons we can learn from the book that have to do with entrepreneurship, and how you can apply those lessons to your life. https://elevatede...
Send us a text Every year we strive to be the best version of ourselves. I encourage you that as we approach the end of this year 2021, try to look back on the things you set out to achieve for the past year. See how far you’ve come. Be inspired to do more. Set new goals. Before the year 2021 started, I listed down a few things I wanted to accomplish and improve on as a podcaster, host, and generally as an individual person. For this reason, I really strived hard to achieve such things; going th...
Send us a text You’re a small business owner. You’ve got your hands full with everything from marketing to accounting, and you don’t have time for sales. But it turns out that if you want to grow your business, you need to get good at selling. Sales are the lifeblood of any company, but it can be hard for entrepreneurs who are used to wearing many hats (and doing them all well) to take on another role they may not feel equipped for. That's why in this episode, I’ll share with you the best tips a...
Send us a text Do you want to create a culture that empowers your team members and creates an environment where people feel happy, productive, and inspired? Do you want to build a company that is more than just the sum of its parts? It all starts with the right rituals and routines. Team rituals are proven to increase employee happiness by up to 20%! They also make employees feel like they belong in the workplace. This means happier customers who will be more loyal to your brand. And increased p...
Send us a text In this episode, I'm going to take you from how I think about the podcast topics, how I put my show notes together, how I produce the episode, and what happens in the post-production process. Plus, you’ll get to know which kind of gear I use because that's a big question that a lot of people ask. Ready to get started? Head on to the episode and let’s dive in! https://elevatedentrepreneur.fm/38...
Send us a text Are you looking for the right CRM software to use for your business? Can’t decide between Zoho or HubSpot? Well, you’ve come to the right place! Let me walk you through the process of choosing which CRM tool is right for your business by looking at their objectives, similarities, and differences, and hopefully, by the end of this episode, you’ll be able to make a more educated decision on the right tool which works for you. https://elevatedentrepreneur.fm/37...
Send us a text There are moments in our life when going on big adventures or even doing other mundane things randomly remind us of simple principles we should’ve always carried with us for much bigger things we do in life. This is exactly what happened when I went on a big adventure recently. Just after I have finished my epic 6000-kilometre road trip on my motorcycle, touring the east coast of Canada, I have realized that doing that also has many lessons that are highly critical and applicable ...
Send us a text Every retail business owner knows the importance of adapting to their consumers’ constantly changing needs. One way to do keep up with them is to make sure we are using the right technology and systems - whether that be through our POS software, e-commerce platforms, accounting and inventory management, loyalty and booking systems, and so many more. This is why I’ve created the ultimate Retail Tech Guide to help you decide what your retail business needs in terms of this software,...
Send us a text Hey, everyone! Today we’re talking all about the tools, apps, and websites I use to boost my productivity. You'll learn about the tools I use to plan, organize, and simplify my business and personal life. As an entrepreneur, it’s not enough to store all the knowledge in our heads, we need these tools to give space for creative thinking, brainstorming, and of course, Getting Things Done! Are you ready to discover the must-have tools you need to maximize your productivity as an elev...
Send us a text A lot of books, articles, and podcasts about entrepreneurship revolve around productivity, operations, leadership, and systems, but one aspect is rarely discussed: our inner language. The way we speak to ourselves and about our business plays a major role in our success. We speak words influenced by our subconscious minds, therefore, we become what we think and the thoughts we have become our reality. Today's episode is about the words that every entrepreneur should avoid using. I...
Send us a text Over the last six to eight months, I’ve been learning about the secret to getting things done, a secret to moving forward in life. It’s a framework I’ve been figuring out that helps me dictate the day, not the other way around. This framework was introduced to me by August Bradley called the Pillars, Pipelines, and Vaults (PPV) system, and it has helped me change my way of being productive and achieving my goals effectively and efficiently. If you’re curious about what this concep...
Send us a text In today’s modern world of restaurants and F&B businesses, serving great-tasting food or a nice ambience simply isn’t enough to make your customers happy. You need to give them the best dining experience, whether in a restaurant, delivery or even online. One way to address this gap is by incorporating new technology in your restaurant. Not only will this improve your customers’ satisfaction but will also help YOU save time and money by automating most of the manual processes i...
Send us a text Ever wonder how hotels and restaurants retain and keep their loyal customers? My guest today says it all boils down to excellent hospitality. The way that a hotel or restaurant cares about its customers and brings about a satisfying, comfortable, and safe experience through invisible touchpoints makes all the difference. Join me as I welcome my guest, Ghizlane Benzakour, as she shares her journey of entrepreneurship, her amazing story of why she got into hospitality, and how she a...
Send us a text Are you the type of entrepreneur who gulps coffee to power through the entire day, or do you prefer to take breaks, enjoy a snack, and relax with a soothing cup of chai tea? If you’re the latter and you’re in the UAE, chances are you’ve already seen and visited this popular brand serving real, authentic tea inspired by tea cultures from all over the world. I’m talking about Project Chaiwala founded by Ahmed Kazim and Justin Joseph, whom I’m interviewing in the Elevated Entrepreneu...
Send us a text Welcome to another episode of the Elevated Entrepreneur Podcast! In today's episode, we discuss the N word. How can we use the word "No" as a powerful tool in our arsenal to manage our personal and professional lives? In this episode, we’ll talk about the two sides of the word "No" and I will personally share my own lessons about this magical word, plus how you can use this word in your business, professional, and personal life. http://elevatedentrepreneur.fm/28...
Send us a text This week, I'm giving you a quick walkthrough of my entire productivity system, complete with which tools I use, applications, and frameworks. Believe it or not, the key to success in achieving your goals and the things you want to do is not by staying motivated or wanting to be productive. Plus, stay tuned because I am going to share three things about myself at the end of the episode that you surely won't want to miss out on! http://elevatedentrepreneur.fm/27...
