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In this episode of the Social Capital Revolution, business visionary Payam Zamani discusses his inspiring journey from escaping Iran to establishing a billion-dollar IPO in the US. 

Highlighting his new book 'Crossing the Desert,' Zamani shares how his difficult experiences shaped his belief in the power of hope and resilience. He introduces the concept of 'spiritual capitalism,' emphasizing the importance of integrating humanity, ethics, and spiritual values into business practices. 

Zamani's OnePlanet Group epitomizes this ethos, focusing on performance-based marketing, media companies, and startup investments with a mission to serve humanity and foster a just society. The conversation also touches on practical ways to build a sense of community among employees, and the transformative potential of aligning business efforts with strong humanistic intentions.

00:00 Welcome to the Social Capital Revolution
00:35 Introducing Payam Zamani: A Journey of Resilience
03:56 From Iran to Silicon Valley: Overcoming Adversity
08:03 Building a Billion-Dollar Company
12:12 Rethinking Capitalism: Spiritual Values in Business
15:30 OnePlanet Group: Innovation with Intention
22:53 Conclusion: Embracing Life's Difficult Journeys