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Muhami Matters
The Next Generation at Work: What Parents and Employers Need to Know
How can young people prepare for work when technology, qualifications and employers’ expectations keep changing?Chris Adams speaks with Maria Vitoratos, founder of MV Careers and the MV Careers Virtual Hub, about building a career strategy before education and employment decisions become urgent. Maria draws on her work in education and career development, alongside doctoral research into youth career services and employment.The conversation examines what parents can do beyond asking children what they want to be, how families can evaluate education by its intended outcomes, and why employers should help develop future ta...
2026-10-26
1h 19
Muhami Matters
The Next Generation at Work: What Parents and Employers Need to Know | Trailer
A young person can have plenty of options and still have no idea what they want to do. So how can parents, educators and employers help them prepare for a changing world of work?In this trailer for Muhami Matters Episode 70, Chris Adams speaks with Maria Vitoratos, founder of MV Careers and the MV Careers Virtual Hub, about the assumptions that shape career choices and the barriers built into education and recruitment.Chris reflects on studying law despite never wanting to become a practising lawyer. Maria uses the familiar experience of looking into...
2026-10-23
01 min
Muhami Matters
From Expert to Business Owner: How to Grow on Your Own Terms
Moving from expert to business owner is not simply a change of job title. Lawyers, engineers, consultants and other specialists can be excellent at their craft yet find sales, marketing, leadership and sustainable growth unexpectedly difficult.In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams is joined by Ros Conkie, founder of The Marketing Machine Works and author of The Marketing Machine. Ros began her career as a mechanical engineer and originally dismissed marketing as "fluff". She now applies an engineering mindset to marketing, helping specialist and technical businesses build practical systems that make it easier for...
2026-10-12
1h 09
Muhami Matters
From Expert to Business Owner: How to Grow on Your Own Terms | Trailer
Being excellent at your work and building a business around that expertise are two very different things.In this trailer for Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Ros Conkie, founder of The Marketing Machine Works and author of The Marketing Machine: How to Engineer a System That Drives Sales and Growth.Ros trained as a mechanical engineer and initially thought marketing was little more than creative "fluff". She soon realised that even exceptional products and services will struggle if prospective customers do not understand their value.Hear Ros reflect on...
2026-10-09
01 min
Muhami Matters
The Outsider Advantage: Solving the Problems Leaders Can’t See
What if the problem a business is trying to solve is only a symptom of something deeper?In Episode 68 of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Adrian Rhodes, founder of AR Consulting, about why leaders can become too close to their organisations to see what is really happening, and how an outsider perspective can uncover assumptions, overlooked stakeholders and unintended consequences.Drawing on a career spanning advertising, qualitative research, management psychology and consultancy, Adrian explains how he approaches problems by challenging the client's original definition of them. The conversation ranges from policing and...
2026-09-28
1h 10
Muhami Matters
The Outsider Advantage: Solving the Problems Leaders Can’t See | Trailer
What happens when the problem a business thinks it has is only a symptom of something deeper?In this trailer for Episode 68 of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Adrian Rhodes of AR Consulting about the value of an outsider perspective in business.Drawing on Adrian’s experience across advertising, research, psychology and management consultancy, the conversation explores how leaders can become too close to their own organisations to see what is really going on, how groupthink can suppress challenge, and why overlooked stakeholders and unintended consequences can change the quality of a de...
2026-09-27
01 min
Muhami Matters
The Power of Clear Positioning: Why Good Businesses Sound Like Everybody Else
Why do genuinely good businesses so often struggle to explain what makes them different?In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Steve Woodruff, founder of Clarity Fuel Inc. and the "King of Clarity", about why clear positioning matters and how founders, professionals and expert-led businesses can become easier to understand, remember and refer.Steve argues that effective communication depends on three things: brevity, simplicity and vividness. When businesses try to explain everything they do, expertise can become buried beneath complexity, jargon and vague messaging. The challenge is not simply writing...
2026-09-14
1h 14
Muhami Matters
The Power of Clear Positioning: Why Good Businesses Sound Like Everybody Else | Trailer
Why do good businesses so often struggle to explain clearly what makes them different?In this trailer for Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Steve Woodruff, the “King of Clarity”, about the power of clear positioning and why effective communication depends on brevity, simplicity and vividness.Steve explains why the first 15 to 20 seconds of an introduction can determine whether a message lands, and what founders and professionals can do when their message has become too complicated, vague or difficult to remember.The full episode explores how businesses and professional services firm...
2026-09-14
00 min
Muhami Matters
The Corporate Hangover: Leaving Corporate to Build Your Own Business
What happens when you leave a successful corporate career and suddenly have to build a business around your own name, expertise and value?For many experienced professionals, leaving employment is not simply a career change. It can bring a much deeper transition.Who are you without the organisation and job title behind you? How do you put a price on years of experience? How do you become comfortable being visible? And how do you turn professional expertise into something people understand, value and are willing to buy?In Episode 66 of...
2026-08-30
1h 13
Muhami Matters
The Corporate Hangover | Trailer
What happens when you leave a successful corporate career and suddenly have to build a business around your own name, expertise and value?Leaving corporate life is not simply a career move. For many experienced professionals, it brings a much deeper transition.Who are you without the organisation and job title behind you? How do you put a price on years of experience? How do you become comfortable being visible? And how do you turn professional expertise into something people understand, value and are willing to buy?In this trailer...
2026-08-27
00 min
Muhami Matters
Why Business Growth Stalls and How to Fix It
Why does business growth stall, even when a company has capable people, strong clients and plenty of activity?In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Zaid Aboobaker, Founder and CEO of Compass Point Consulting, about the hidden causes of stalled business growth and how leaders can identify what is really holding their organisation back.Zaid explains what a fractional CFO brings to a growing business beyond bookkeeping and historic reporting, and why fractional CFO services can provide valuable senior financial leadership without the cost or complexity of immediately building a...
2026-08-23
1h 10
Muhami Matters
The Real Reason Your Business Is Not Scaling | Trailer
Why does business growth stall, even when there are good people, strong clients and plenty of activity?In this trailer for the latest episode of Muhami Matters, host Chris Adams speaks with Zaid Aboobaker, Founder and CEO of Compass Point Consulting, about why leaders need to diagnose the real cause of slowing growth before jumping into action.They explore the warning signs behind financial, revenue, marketing and operational problems, why founders can become bottlenecks as businesses scale, and how fractional leadership can bring the senior-level perspective needed to strengthen existing teams.
2026-08-20
00 min
Muhami Matters
Don’t Start With the Camera. Start With Strategy
A strong video strategy does not begin with filming. It begins with understanding what the business is trying to achieve.In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Robert Weiss, Founder and President of MultiVision Digital, about how lawyers, advisers and other professional services firms can use video more strategically.Robert explains why one polished video is not a video marketing strategy, why distribution should be considered before production, and how firms can create expert-led content that supports trust, visibility, sales and long-term business development.They also discuss:
2026-08-16
51 min
Muhami Matters
Don’t Start With the Camera. Start With Strategy | Trailer
Video can be one of the most powerful tools available to professional services firms, but only when it starts with the right strategy.In this trailer for the next episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Robert Weiss, Founder and President of MultiVision Digital, about why firms should think beyond production and focus first on the business objective, audience and distribution plan.Robert explains why one polished video is not a video marketing strategy, why professional expertise is often best communicated by real people rather than AI avatars, and how video can...
2026-08-13
00 min
Muhami Matters
Your Business Has a Plan. Does Your Life?
Your business has targets, systems and a strategy. But do you have the same clarity about your life?In this episode of Muhami Matters, host Chris Adams speaks with Adam Ashcroft, founder of The Advantage Coach, exited founder, executive coach and creator of the Advantage Operating System.Adam built and scaled an international business before exiting and confronting a very different question: what comes next when professional success is no longer enough?Their conversation explores the personal cost of building a business, founder identity after an exit, relationships, routines, coaching...
2026-08-09
1h 24
Muhami Matters
Your Business Has a Plan. Does Your Life? | Trailer
What happened when you woke up this morning?Did you begin with your own priorities, or immediately check your phone, emails and notifications?In this trailer, Adam Ashcroft explains why starting the day by reacting to other people’s demands can leave you living someone else’s life.Adam joins host Chris Adams to discuss how founders and senior professionals can build a plan for life, not just a plan for business. Their full conversation explores purpose, personal routines, relationships, life after a business exit and Adam’s Advantage Operating System...
2026-08-07
00 min
Muhami Matters
Stop Gambling with Your Marketing
The Marketing Mistake Every Professional MakesProfessional services marketing should not be a gamble.In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Sophie Zollmann, founder of FMD Strategic Partners, about why lawyers, doctors, advisers and other independent professionals need strategy, positioning and data before jumping into social media, advertising or lead generation.Sophie explains how professional services firms can become seen, heard and chosen by the right clients, even when competing with much larger organisations.The conversation covers:• Why random marketing tactics no longer wo...
2026-08-02
1h 13
Muhami Matters
Stop Gambling with Your Marketing | Trailer
Random marketing tactics are no longer enough.In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Sophie Zollmann, founder of FMD Strategic Partners, about why professional services firms need strategy, positioning and data before jumping into social media, advertising or other marketing activity.Sophie shares how independent lawyers, doctors, advisers and other professional service providers can become more visible, more credible and more likely to be chosen, even when competing with much larger organisations.The full episode will be released on Monday, 3 August 2026.Guest: Sophie Zollmann
2026-07-30
00 min
Muhami Matters
How to Lead with Your Strengths
How to Lead with Your Strengths | Steve BarrettWhat changes when leaders stop trying to fix every weakness and start building around what people naturally do best?In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Steve Barrett, founder of Black Flag Coaching, about CliftonStrengths, leadership, blind spots and the value of complementary partnerships.Steve shares his journey from 30 years in senior leadership into independent practice, including the realities of building a business, moving into coaching and advisory work, and learning how strengths can support better decisions, stronger teams and...
2026-07-26
1h 06
Muhami Matters
Trailer | How to Lead with Your Strengths
What happens when leaders stop focusing on weaknesses and start building around what people naturally do best?In this trailer for the latest episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Steve Barrett, founder of Black Flag Coaching, about CliftonStrengths, leadership, blind spots and the value of complementary partnerships.Steve explains how understanding strengths can help leaders make better decisions, build more effective teams and avoid becoming the bottleneck in their own business.The full episode is released on Monday, 27 July 2026.Black Flag Coaching: https://blackflagcoaching.com/
2026-07-23
00 min
Muhami Matters
From Teen Start-Up to Strategic Brand Advisor
How do you build a credible personal brand without oversharing, chasing virality or sounding like everyone else?In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Imogen Pickton, founder of Imogen Grace Socials, about how she built her business through LinkedIn after finishing her A levels during the pandemic.Imogen shares practical insights on personal branding, social media strategy, audience clarity, consistency, content creation and turning online visibility into meaningful business opportunities.The conversation explores how professionals can create content that feels authentic, why consistency matters more than volume...
2026-07-19
1h 07
Muhami Matters
Clarity, Contentment and the 80/20 Mindset
In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Duncan Starr-Boltt of Starr-Boltt Coaching about ambition, clarity, contentment, strategy and the 80/20 mindset.Duncan’s background spans South Africa, England, Germany, engineering, fitness, business ownership, coaching, yoga, meditation, mindfulness and breath work. Together, Chris and Duncan explore why ambitious professionals often become highly skilled at striving, but less skilled at contentment.The conversation covers:• Why being busier does not always mean being more successful• How the 80/20 principle can help professionals focus on higher-impact work• The importance of clari...
2026-07-12
1h 27
Muhami Matters
Clarity, Contentment and the 80/20 Mindset | Trailer
In this trailer for the next episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Duncan Starr-Boltt of Starr-Boltt Coaching about ambition, clarity, contentment and the 80/20 mindset.Duncan challenges the idea that being busier always means being more successful. Instead, he explains why professionals and business owners should focus on the actions, relationships and decisions that create the greatest impact.The full episode explores clarity, intentional living, goal setting, calming the mind, and why “less is more” can be a powerful strategy for ambitious professionals.Guest: Duncan Starr-BolttCompany: Star...
2026-07-09
00 min
Muhami Matters
Stay With The Question: Coaching, Identity & Self-Limiting Beliefs
What question are you avoiding?In Episode 57 of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Joel Arcus of FalconBridge Partners about coaching, identity, self-limiting beliefs and the power of staying with the right question.Joel’s work through Stay With The Question explores how professionals can move beyond instinctive reactions, recognise the stories they tell themselves, and create enough calm to respond with clarity rather than fear.In this conversation, Chris and Joel discuss why quick answers are not always the answer, how self-limiting beliefs show up in professional life, why au...
2026-06-28
1h 16
Muhami Matters
Yin & Yang in Professional Life
What happens when professional success looks strong on the outside, but feels misaligned on the inside?In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Anna Thiel, MENtor to MEN, about the pressures many professionals carry beneath the surface.Anna works primarily with men, helping them reconnect with who they are underneath the roles they carry. In this conversation, Chris and Anna explore the pressure to provide, lead, perform, build and keep going, while also trying to remain present at home and connected to a deeper sense of purpose....
2026-06-21
1h 06
Muhami Matters
Trailer | Yin & Yang in Professional Life
In this trailer for the next episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Anna Thiel, MENtor to MEN, about the pressure many professionals carry beneath the surface.This conversation explores what happens when people look successful on the outside but feel pressured, misaligned or disconnected on the inside. Chris and Anna discuss professional pressure, identity, leadership, emotional safety, relationships, burnout, and the idea of yin and yang as a practical lens for understanding balance in professional life.The full episode will be released on Monday 22 June 2026.Guest: Anna Thiel
2026-06-18
00 min
Muhami Matters
Business Owners Don’t Need More Ideas, They Need Better Decisions
Business owners are often told they need more ideas, more opportunities, more content and more activity.But what if they actually need better decisions?In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Dave Christie, founder of Flourish Foundry, about founder pressure, business growth, decision-making, accountability and why professional services leaders need to reduce noise rather than add to it.Dave shares practical insights on why business owners struggle to step back, how better habits support better execution, why asking for help is not weakness, and why coaches, advisors...
2026-06-15
1h 15
Muhami Matters
Trailer: Business Owners Don’t Need More Ideas, They Need Better Decisions
In this trailer for Muhami Matters, Chris Adams is joined by Dave Christie, founder of Flourish Foundry, for a practical conversation about founder pressure, business growth, decision-making and why business owners often need less noise, not more.Dave shares why business owners do not need more friends, opportunities or followers. They need better ones. He also explains why asking for help is not weakness, why advisors should build capability rather than dependency, and how leaders can recognise when pressure is starting to affect their clarity.Guest: Dave ChristieCompany: Flourish Foundry
2026-06-11
01 min
Muhami Matters
How Small Law Firms Can Move From Guesswork to Growth
Many small law firms know they need better marketing, but they do not always know where to start.In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Liz Williams, Founder of Marketing Strategia, about why small and growing law firms often struggle with marketing, why scattered tactics rarely produce consistent results, and how firms can build clearer routes to growth.Liz explains why smaller firms can fall into the “missing middle”: too small for a full agency relationship, but still needing more than generic marketing content. The conversation covers referrals, websites, client inta...
2026-06-07
1h 03
Muhami Matters
Trailer: How Small Law Firms Can Move From Guesswork to Growth
Many small law firms know they need better marketing, but are not always clear on where to start.In this trailer for the next episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Liz Williams, Founder of Marketing Strategia, about the marketing gap facing smaller law firms and why scattered tactics rarely produce consistent growth.The full conversation explores referrals, trust signals, websites, intake, business development and why legal marketing needs both structure and specialist judgement. Liz also shares why small firms should avoid wasting valuable billable time on marketing tasks that are better...
2026-06-04
00 min
Muhami Matters
Resilience in Uncertain Times: How to Cope, Lead and Grow Through Pressure
How do we cope, lead and grow when life feels uncertain?In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Dr Hatem Goucha, founder of New Era Consult and author of Become Who You Are Meant To Be, about resilience, stress, uncertainty and the importance of staying grounded when pressure rises.Dr Hatem explains how people respond to uncertainty, why stress affects the body before the mind has fully processed what is happening, and how psychoeducation can help people understand their own emotional responses.The conversation also explores leadership...
2026-05-24
1h 29
Muhami Matters
Trailer | Resilience in Uncertain Times: How to Cope, Lead and Grow Through Pressure
How do we cope, lead and grow when pressure becomes unavoidable?In this trailer, Chris Adams is joined by Dr Hatem Goucha, founder of New Era Consult and author of Become Who You Are Meant To Be, for a timely conversation on resilience, stress, uncertainty and leadership.They explore why the way we look at stress can affect how it impacts us, and how leaders in families and organisations can communicate during uncertainty without creating unnecessary fear.The full episode of Muhami Matters will be released on Monday, 25 May 2026.
2026-05-21
00 min
Muhami Matters
When Crisis Hits, Why Communication Matters Most
When markets are unsettled, clients are cautious, teams are anxious and events outside our control begin to affect decision-making, communication becomes far more than a marketing function. It becomes a leadership responsibility.In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams is joined by Ananda Shakespeare, Founder and CEO of Shakespeare Communications, to discuss how businesses can communicate with clarity, empathy and confidence during challenging times.Ananda brings more than 30 years of experience across journalism, PR and strategic communications, with deep experience in the UK and UAE markets. In this conversation, she explains why...
2026-05-17
43 min
Muhami Matters
Trailer | When Crisis Hits, Why Communication Matters Most
How should businesses communicate when markets are unsettled, clients are cautious, teams are anxious and events outside their control begin to affect decision-making?In this trailer for Muhami Matters, Chris Adams is joined by Ananda Shakespeare, Founder and CEO of Shakespeare Communications, to discuss why communication becomes a leadership responsibility during difficult periods.The full episode covers crisis communications, internal and external messaging, leadership tone, empathy, preparation and reputation recovery.Hosted by Chris Adams, Founder of Muhami and CJA Consulting.Chris Adams LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in...
2026-05-14
00 min
Muhami Matters
UAE Mortgage Strategy in an Uncertain Market
Are buyers making assumptions about market crashes, bargains and timing in the current property market?In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Amanda Llewellyn, co-founder of The Mortgage Boutique, about how professionals, business owners and investors can make smarter mortgage and property finance decisions in Dubai.Amanda explains why uncertainty does not always mean a market crash, why buyers should understand their numbers before viewing properties, and why mortgage advice should go beyond rates and approvals.They discuss the role of a mortgage concierge, the difference between...
2026-05-10
39 min
Muhami Matters
The 4 qualities you need to master the referral game in business
What really drives referrals in business?In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Dr Oudi Abouchacra, speaker, author and creator of the 4Cs framework, about the four qualities professionals need to master the referral game in business.Dr Oudi challenges the familiar idea that referrals come simply from being known, liked and trusted. Instead, he explains why professionals need to build and signal four qualities: competence, credibility, clarity and connectivity.For lawyers, consultants, founders and professional services leaders, this conversation explores:• why “know, like and...
2026-05-03
56 min
Muhami Matters
Trailer | The 4 qualities you need to master the referral game in business
What really drives referrals in business?In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Dr Oudi Abouchacra, speaker, author and creator of the 4Cs framework.They explore why traditional ideas like “know, like and trust” may not be enough, and what professionals actually need to build confidence, communicate clearly and become more referable.Full episode released Monday.Guest: Dr Oudi Abouchacra Website: https://www.droudi.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/droudiinspired/Host: Chris Adams LinkedIn...
2026-05-01
00 min
Muhami Matters
The Psychology of Becoming a Trusted Advisor
In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Richard Reid, organisational psychologist, accredited psychotherapist, executive coach and leadership consultant, about the psychology of becoming a trusted advisor.In professional services, technical competence is expected. But competence alone does not always build influence, deepen client trust or help professionals stand out.Chris and Richard explore executive presence, self-awareness, emotional regulation, resilience, psychological safety, imposter syndrome, leadership behaviour and the mindset shifts that help ambitious professionals move from competent to exceptional.Richard shares practical insights for lawyers, consultants, advisors and...
2026-04-26
49 min
Muhami Matters
When Growth Gets Harder, Leadership Must Evolve
Why does growth often make leadership feel heavier instead of easier?In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Chris Paton, Managing Director of Quirk Solutions, about why growth in founder-led and professional services businesses often becomes harder before it becomes sustainable. As firms expand, the issues that were once manageable can become serious constraints: decision-making slows, culture drifts, communication weakens, and founders or senior leaders can become overly central to everything. Chris shares lessons from his transition out of the military, the early commercial setback that forced him to build h...
2026-04-19
1h 00
Muhami Matters
Building Financial Resilience in Uncertain Times | Trailer
In this trailer episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Norman Lowe, Investment Manager at SVN Capital, about how businesses can stay financially resilient during uncertain times.Against the backdrop of current conflict in the Middle East, they discuss why many businesses may still be profitable on paper, yet run out of time when cash flow tightens, payments slow, or liquidity is not properly managed. The conversation touches on the difference between profitability and liquidity, why reserves matter, and how founders can think more clearly about resilience before disruption becomes a crisis....
2026-04-09
00 min
Muhami Matters
Partnership Conflicts That Sink Great Businesses
What causes a strong business partnership to break down?In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Michael Gansl, founder of Voice of Reason Consulting, about why conflict in a business partnership is often less about strategy and more about the conversations that never happen. Michael shares practical insights from decades of experience as a founder, adviser and long-term business partner. The conversation explores how unspoken tensions around roles, accountability, money, trust and leadership can quietly damage even successful firms. He also explains why complementary strengths, clear job descriptions, shared values an...
2026-04-05
1h 12
Muhami Matters
Get Out of the Moan Zone | Burnout, Stress & Mental Clarity
Burnout is not always obvious.For many professionals, it shows up as constant pressure, mental fatigue, and the feeling of pushing through every day without stopping.In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams is joined by Sara Haboubi, performance coach and founder of The Brain Zoo, to explore how burnout really develops and how to take back control.They discuss:• The difference between overwhelm, soft burnout and full burnout • Why high performers often ignore early warning signs • The impact of stress on the nervous sy...
2026-03-29
1h 37
Muhami Matters
Fix Your Brain Fog | Burnout, Stress & the Moan Zone (Trailer)
Burnout is not always obvious.In this upcoming episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams is joined by Sara Haboubi (The Brain Lady) to explore the early signs of burnout, why high performers often miss them, and how to regain control.From the “moan zone” to simple techniques that reset your nervous system, this episode offers practical tools for professionals operating under constant pressure.🎧 Full episode released Monday.👤 Host: Chris Adams 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisadamsdxb/ 🎙️ Guest: Sara Haboubi 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahab...
2026-03-26
1h 37
Muhami Matters
The Top-of-Funnel Problem – Predictable Growth for Founders
Many founders and professional services leaders are excellent at what they do. Yet expertise alone does not guarantee predictable growth.In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Robin Ayoub, founder of N49 Networks, fractional CRO and host of the Localization Fireside Chat podcast.Robin works with founder led and professional services businesses around the world to stabilise revenue and build repeatable growth. His perspective is shaped by decades of commercial leadership and by an extraordinary personal journey growing up in Beirut during the Lebanese Civil War.In...
2026-03-08
1h 22
Muhami Matters
Trailer | The Top-of-Funnel Problem – Predictable Growth for Founders
Founders and professional services leaders often face the same challenge. Predictable growth.In this upcoming episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Robin Ayoub, founder of N49 Networks, fractional CRO and host of the Localization Fireside Chat podcast.Robin works with founder led and professional services businesses around the world to stabilise revenue and build repeatable growth. His perspective is shaped not only by decades of commercial leadership but also by an extraordinary personal journey growing up in Beirut during the Lebanese Civil War.In this episode, Chris and...
2026-03-05
01 min
Muhami Matters
Psychological Safety: The Foundation of High-Performing Teams
What actually makes a high-performing team?In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Kate Manton, founder of Baobab Works, about why psychological safety is the true foundation of leadership, accountability and sustainable performance.Psychological safety is widely misunderstood. It is not about being agreeable or lowering standards. It is about creating an environment where challenge is welcomed, ownership is clear, and teams feel confident speaking up without fear.In this conversation, we explore:• What psychological safety really means in practice• Why avoiding conflict quie...
2026-03-01
1h 18
Muhami Matters
Trailer - Psychological Safety: The Foundation of High-Performing Teams
In this upcoming episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Kate Manton, founder of Baobab Works, about why psychological safety is the true foundation of high-performing teams.They discuss:• Why psychological safety is not about being nice• How avoiding conflict quietly lowers standards• What positive tension looks like in practice• Why busy teams can still waste energy• How leaders can make their role feel lighter without lowering accountabilityFull episode released Monday.Connect with Kate Manton:https://ww...
2026-02-26
00 min
Muhami Matters
Healthy – Mind. Body. Business.
What does sustainable high performance really look like?In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams sits down with Tobias Nwenwu, Founder of Wolfpack Fitness, to explore the foundations of professional performance — from nutrition and sleep to discipline and long-term habits.For busy professionals operating under pressure, this conversation goes beyond fitness. It’s about cognitive performance, energy management, resilience and consistency.We discuss:• Why nutrition directly impacts cognitive flexibility• The difference between motivation and discipline• Why consistency beats intensity• The role of sleep in...
2026-02-22
52 min
Muhami Matters
Trauma Flashbacks That Feel Completely Real
Trauma flashbacks can feel completely real. They are not simply memories. For many professionals, they affect performance, relationships, leadership and wellbeing long after the original event.In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Fran Nguyen, Trauma Counsellor and TRTP practitioner, about complex PTSD, workplace bullying, professional pressure and how trauma is stored in the subconscious mind.Drawing on decades of experience across the UK, Hong Kong, Pakistan and Australia, Fran explains:Why PTSD is not limited to military experienceThe impact of trauma on familiesWhy some therapy...
2026-02-15
36 min
Muhami Matters
Trailer | Trauma Flashbacks That Feel Completely Real
Trauma flashbacks can feel completely real.In this upcoming episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Fran Nguyen, Trauma Counsellor, about why flashbacks happen, how trauma is stored in the body, and what recovery can look like.The full episode is released on Monday.Guest:Fran NguyenTrauma CounsellingWebsite: https://fran-traumacounselling.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frannguyen1/Host:Chris Adamshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisadamsdxb/#MuhamiMatters #Muhami #محامي #CJAConsulting #Traum...
2026-02-12
00 min
Muhami Matters
Trailer: Confidence is an Inside Job: Silencing the Inner Critic in Professionals
Confidence is not something you perform. It is something you build from the inside.In this trailer for Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Maria Newman, coach and NLP Master Practitioner at Maria Newman Coaching, about how confidence shows up internally for professionals and why the inner critic is often the biggest barrier to progress.Drawing on real professional experiences, Maria shares insight into:How self-awareness underpins confidenceWhy negative self-talk erodes trust in yourselfPractical ways to reframe doubt and uncertaintyHow leaders can foster confidence in their teamsWhy confidence begins with knowing, liking...
2026-02-05
00 min
Muhami Matters
Trailer - Innovation without the Hype
Innovation can feel abstract - or risky - in regulated, high-trust environments. But it doesn’t have to be.In this trailer for Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Zena Cox (Operations Director, IdeasUK) about making innovation practical: focusing on implementation, defining the end goal, and building the right structure so ideas don’t disappear after the brainstorm.\🎧 Full episode coming soon.Host: Chris Adamshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisadamsdxb/#MuhamiMatters #Muhami #محامي #CJAConsulting #Innovation #ProfessionalServicesVisit www.muhami.ae for legal knowledge an...
2026-01-29
01 min
Muhami Matters
You’re Not Failing, Your Expectations Are
In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with international life coach and TEDx speaker Katrine Horn about why so many high-performing professionals feel like they are falling short, even when they are doing objectively well.Katrine shares a powerful reframe: feeling like a failure is often not about capability or effort. It is about the expectations we place on ourselves, and the stories we attach to outcomes.You will hear practical ideas for building sustainable success, including:Sourcing self-worth from within rather than external approvalShifting from “being the best” to “being...
2026-01-25
57 min
Muhami Matters
Photography for People Who Hate Photos
Visibility plays a crucial role in building trust, credibility, and consistency in business.In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams is joined by professional photographer Nicki Cameron, founder of Nicki Cameron Photography, to explore why so many professionals avoid being photographed and how this reluctance can negatively impact personal branding and client trust.Nicki explains why professional photography is not about looking perfect, but about being seen, recognised, and trusted. The conversation covers the fears many people have about being on camera, how authentic visual storytelling builds credibility, and why showing up...
2026-01-18
34 min
Muhami Matters
Your Book is Waiting to be Written
Do books still matter, especially for professionals working in high-trust and regulated environments?In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams is joined by Shoma Mittra, journalist, author, ghostwriter, and founder of WriteClick, to explore why writing a book remains one of the most powerful tools for building credibility, authority, and long-term impact.They discuss the real role of books in professional services, why ghostwriting is not “cheating”, and how leaders use books to package their expertise and open doors to new opportunities. The conversation also examines where AI can genuinely support the writ...
2026-01-11
46 min
Muhami Matters
Trailer - Your Book is Waiting to be Written
Your book is waiting to be written — but what’s stopping you?In this upcoming episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Shoma Mittra, founder of WriteClick, about moving from idea to published book. They discuss confidence, clarity, and the practical steps needed to finally write the book you’ve been thinking about for years.🎙️ Full episode available Monday 12 January 2026.Guest:Shoma MittraWriteClickhttps://writeclick.net.au/https://www.linkedin.com/in/shomamittra/Host:Chris Adams
2026-01-08
01 min
Muhami Matters
Muhami Matters: End of Year Reflections & Looking Ahead to 2026
As 2025 comes to a close, Chris Adams shares a special end-of-year message for Muhami Matters, reflecting on an outstanding year of conversations, insights, and impact.In this solo episode, Chris looks back on the key themes explored throughout 2025 — leadership, growth, governance, wellbeing, credibility, and the commercial realities facing today’s professionals. The podcast brought together lawyers, business leaders, consultants, founders, and specialists who shared practical experience and honest perspectives on what truly matters in business.Chris also reflects on a strong year for CJA Consulting, supporting professional services firms across the Middle East and...
2025-12-24
03 min
Muhami Matters
I Thought I Was a Good Leader Until I Met a Horse
In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams is joined by Jude Jennison, Founder of Leaders by Nature, to explore leadership through the lens of emotional intelligence.Jude explains how horses provide immediate, honest feedback on leadership behaviour by responding to emotional state, clarity and intention. Drawing on her corporate experience and years of working with leaders, she shares why trust starts with the leader, how wellbeing is shaped by leadership behaviour, and why emotional intelligence becomes critical during uncertainty and change.The conversation also explores why organisations begin to strain as they...
2025-12-14
1h 11
Muhami Matters
The "Safety Net" Your Bank Won't Offer
Are your international payments costing you far more than you realise?In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Tony Redondo, founder of Cosmos Currency Exchange, who draws on more than forty years of global banking and FX experience to explain how SMEs and professionals lose money every day when moving funds across borders.Tony breaks down the real reasons behind hidden costs, confusing margins, international banking fees and compliance delays. He also explains why a human-led approach can offer better timing, better rates and better protection than many automated platforms.
2025-12-07
1h 25
Muhami Matters
Trailer: The "Safety Net" Your Bank Won't Offer
Are you unknowingly losing money every time you send or receive funds internationally?In this trailer for the upcoming episode of Muhami Matters, host Chris Adams is joined by Tony Redondo, founder of Cosmos Currency Exchange, to reveal the hidden costs, blind spots, and risks that banks and payment platforms rarely explain — but SMEs pay for every day.Tony brings more than four decades of experience in global finance and foreign exchange, breaking down:The margins and fees banks never highlightWhy “my bank is the safest option” can be an exp...
2025-12-04
01 min
Muhami Matters
Stop Being “Fine” – It’s Killing You
Most men say they’re “fine”.But behind the scenes, many are quietly struggling with loneliness, emotional pressure, career stress and the fear of being seen as weak.In this episode of Muhami Matters, host Chris Adams speaks with Ina Hammer, Founder of IconicMan Mastery, about why men find it so difficult to open up — and what they can do to reclaim emotional strength.🎙️ Inside this episode:• Why men hide behind “I’m fine”• The rise of loneliness among professional men• How societal norms shape modern masculinity
2025-11-30
1h 02
Muhami Matters
Stop Being “Fine” – It’s Killing You (Trailer)
Most professional men say they’re “fine.”But behind the scenes? Stress, loneliness and emotional pressure are silently taking a toll — and it’s costing careers, relationships and mental health.In this powerful upcoming episode, men’s emotional health consultant Ina Hammer, Founder of IconicMan Mastery, joins Chris Adams to break open the truth about what men are really carrying — and why so many are struggling in silence.🔥 What we explore in this episode:Why saying “I’m fine” is destroying men from the insideThe growing loneliness crisis among professional menWhy men still feel p...
2025-11-27
01 min
Muhami Matters
Hooks, Not Hype: The Biggest Social Media Lie You’ve Been Told
Most professionals have been told the same social media lie. Jacob Scott, Founder of Pint Sized Humour, explains why this misconception holds people back and how a smarter, data-driven approach can transform your visibility and credibility online.In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams and Jacob explore the importance of the first five seconds of any video, why hooks matter more than algorithms, and how professionals can build a strong online presence without chasing trends or gimmicks. They also discuss the role of analytics, SEO, content repurposing, and how to reach the right audience rather...
2025-11-23
1h 26
Muhami Matters
The Silent Burden of the Modern Professional Man
Many professional men carry pressure that is never spoken about. In this episode, Westley Harnett shares honest insights about responsibility, fatherhood, burnout, and the courage required to face difficult truths.This is one of the most open and powerful conversations we have hosted on Muhami Matters. It will resonate with anyone who is trying to balance work, family, leadership, and personal wellbeing.Guest: Westley HarnettHost: Chris AdamsMuhami: https://muhami.ae/muhami-matters/CJA Consulting: https://www.cjaconsult.comChris Adams: https://www.linkedin.com...
2025-11-16
1h 30
Muhami Matters
The Silent Burden of the Modern Professional Man - Trailer
Many professional men carry pressure that they rarely speak about. In this trailer, Westley Harnett shares honest insights about responsibility, fatherhood, and the courage it takes to confront difficult truths.The full episode will be released on Monday.Guest: Westley HarnettHost: Chris AdamsMuhami: https://muhami.ae/muhami-matters/CJA Consulting: https://www.cjaconsult.comChris Adams: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisadamsdxb/Westley Harnett: https://ae.linkedin.com/in/westley-harnett-59027514aVisit www.muhami.ae for legal knowledge and...
2025-11-13
01 min
Muhami Matters
HR’s Dirty Secret – It’s Not About Compliance
This week on Muhami Matters, host Chris Adams sits down with Sarah Brooks, founder of Fikrah HR, an award-winning HR strategist helping UAE businesses build compliance-ready, people-centred workplaces.Together they uncover the truth about HR’s “dirty secret”: it’s not really about compliance. From contracts and commissions to culture and leadership, Sarah shares candid stories and practical insights into how HR operates in the UAE today.In this episode:The legal and contractual blind spots many UAE companies overlookWhy HR teams often know and apply employment law day to dayTh...
2025-11-09
1h 12
Muhami Matters
The Fractional Advantage: Smart Growth for Serious Firms
In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams is joined by Sharon Means, Founder of Sharon Means Business, to discuss the growing trend of fractional leadership and its value for professional firms.Sharon explains how firms can achieve smarter growth by engaging experienced leaders on a fractional basis, gaining strategic insight without the full-time overhead.The conversation explores practical ways that fractional executives support business transformation, strengthen leadership teams, and help organisations stay agile in competitive markets.🎧 Tune in now to discover how thinking fractional could be the key to sustainable suc...
2025-10-26
1h 03
Muhami Matters
The Fractional Advantage – Smart Growth for Serious Firms (Trailer)
In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams sits down with Sharon Means, Founder of Sharon Means Business, to explore how fractional leadership can help professional firms grow smarter, not just bigger.Discover how embracing a fractional approach to management and strategy can unlock agility, efficiency, and profitability in your firm.🎧 Tune in on Monday, 27 October 2025 for the full conversation.Follow Sharon on LinkedIn Learn more at www.sharon-means-business.com🎙️ Hosted by Chris Adams Produced by CJA ConsultingVisit www.muhami.ae for lega...
2025-10-23
01 min
Muhami Matters
The Leadership Ripple: Building Better Managers
Chris Adams talks with leadership expert Briony Platt, founder of Lean Into Learning, about the ripple effect of developing mid-level managers. Briony shares practical insights into why training leaders at this level has the biggest impact on employee engagement, retention, and performance.They explore DISC profiling, leadership coaching, and the real-world lessons Briony learned when she first moved from recruitment into management.🎧 Listen now to discover:How investing in managers transforms cultureWhat effective leadership development really looks likeHow self-awareness and communication drive better teamsConnect with Briony Platt → https://www.leani...
2025-10-12
54 min
Muhami Matters
Why ESG Matters NOW in the Middle East
In this Muhami Matters episode, Chris Adams is joined by Adam Hoult, Co-Founder of Neutral Carbon Zone, to discuss the rapid rise of ESG across the Middle East.They unpack how environmental, social and governance factors are shaping supply chains, regulation, and client expectations - and how even small firms can act now to stay ahead.Highlights:Making carbon reporting accessible for SMEsWhy ESG is now vital for credibility and growthThe business case for sustainability in professional services🔗 Neutral Carbon Zone: https://www.neutralcarbonzone.com/ 🔗 Adam Hoult on Lin...
2025-10-06
42 min
Muhami Matters
Liar Liar Terms On Fire: The “Yes” that costs you Billions
What if the simple word “yes” could cost your organisation billions?In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams sits down with Gianni Dell’Aiuto (Studio Legale Dell’Aiuto) to uncover the hidden risks in data, contracts, and digital identity.🔍 Key insights include:Why “yes” in contracts can become a billion-dollar mistakeThe dangers of digital identity theft and “digital twins”“Digital dementia” and the unintended effects of technologyWhy GDPR applies worldwide, not just in EuropePractical steps companies can take to protect data and build trust👤 Guest: Gianni Dell’Aiuto 🔗 LinkedIn...
2025-09-28
55 min
Muhami Matters
Avoiding Cultural Missteps in the Middle East
In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams is joined by Taqua Malik, founder of Freedomvisory, to explore the intersection of law, culture, and business in the Middle East.Taqua shares why cultural intelligence is financial armour, how silent mistakes can cost firms credibility and millions, and why reputation remains the true business currency in the GCC.📌 Key takeaways:Cultural nuances are often governed by law but not clearly definedSilent mistakes can destroy professional relationshipsRelationships and reputation come before transactionsPractical steps to avoid costly cultural missteps👤 Connect with our gu...
2025-09-14
1h 08
Muhami Matters
Avoiding Cultural Missteps in the Middle East | Trailer
How do cultural nuances shape law and business success in the Middle East?In this episode of Muhami Matters, host Chris Adams speaks with Taqua Malik, founder of Freedomvisory, about how global firms can avoid costly mistakes and build trust across the GCC.📌 Full episode releases Monday, 15 September.👤 Connect with our guest:Taqua Malik LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taqua-malik/Freedomvisory Website: https://www.freedomvisory.com/ Connect with the host:Chris Adams LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisadamsdxb/CJA Consulting: https...
2025-09-12
01 min
Muhami Matters
How Employee Advocacy Wins on LinkedIn: Your People are Your Brand
In this episode, Chris Adams speaks with Shayan Khan, Founder of Octotech, about how employees can become authentic brand ambassadors for their organisations on LinkedIn.Shayan shares:✅ Why your people are your brand✅ How to align personal and company values online✅ Tactics for growing visibility and engagement✅ What works — and what doesn’t — in personal branding👤 Guest: Shayan Khan – Founder, OctotechLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shayankhan1988/?utm_source=chatgpt.comWebsite: https://octotech.nl/🎙️ Host: Chris Adams – Founder, Muhami...
2025-09-07
47 min
Muhami Matters
The Human Lie Detector – How to Read People & Make Smarter Business Decisions
In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Joseph McGuire, founder of Clearsight Communications and author of FaceFacts. Known as “The Human Lie Detector”, Joseph shares practical ways leaders can decode body language, facial expressions and subtle nonverbal cues to make smarter decisions in negotiation, hiring and cross-cultural leadership.What we coverWhy silence is a powerful tool in interviews and negotiations — and how to use it without aggression.The overlooked cost of poor executive hiring and the signals interviewers miss.Intentional listening vs “active listening”: noticing tone, rhythm, and what’s not said.Red-fla...
2025-08-31
1h 03
Muhami Matters
IT Strategy for Founder-Led Firms
Founder-led law firms often make the same costly mistake: buying technology they don’t need, or failing to make the most of the tech they have.In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Alex Hutchinson, a fractional CTO and legal tech consultant, about how to cut through the vendor noise, avoid wasted spend, and align IT strategy with real business needs.💡 What you’ll learn in this episode:Why understanding client needs is the foundation of tech transformationThe common pitfalls in legal tech adoption (and how to avoi...
2025-08-17
48 min
Muhami Matters
Selling When No One’s Clapping
What does it take to keep selling when the silence is deafening? In this episode of Muhami Matters, host Chris Adams sits down with Janine Lingenfelder, founder of Jelani Sales and the SNAP method, to talk about resilience, rejection, and building confidence in the quiet.Janine shares real-world stories and strategies for:Handling ghosted leadsBuilding a rhythm of follow-ups without burnoutCultivating confidence when external validation disappearsUsing her “3x3 rule” for daily momentumAnchoring into self-trust, not outcomesIf you’ve ever felt like you’re selling into a void — this one’s...
2025-07-27
39 min
Muhami Matters
Brilliant Lawyers, Struggling Leaders – Part 2
In Part 2 of our conversation with Alec Pearson from The Law Coach Collective, we go deeper into the challenges law firm leaders face — and what to do about them.💼 Topics Covered:– Strategic misalignment among law firm partners – Why coaching still carries stigma in legal practice – How AI is transforming legal workflows - and the risks!– What younger lawyers want from firm leadership – The four core leadership traits that matter most todayThis episode is for anyone in legal services seeking clarity, accountability and a smarter path fo...
2025-07-06
27 min
Muhami Matters
Brilliant Lawyers, Struggling Leaders
In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams sits down with Alec Pearson to explore the evolving landscape of law firm leadership. Alec, an executive coach and a founding member of The Law Coach Collective, offers a candid look into why technical brilliance alone no longer defines legal success.Together, they discuss:Why law firm partners must now master leadership, emotional intelligence, and commercial thinkingThe widening gap in non-technical skills across junior and senior lawyersThe surprising statistics behind declining interest in partnership rolesHow generational shifts, client expectations, and AI...
2025-06-30
37 min
Muhami Matters
Going Headless
In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams dives headfirst into headless website architecture with Robbie Mould, founder of Mativus and a specialist in secure, scalable web solutions for regulated industries.They explore:💡 What headless websites are (and why they matter)🚀 The performance and SEO benefits of going headless🔐 Website vulnerabilities in platforms like WordPress🤖 How AI is reshaping web development workflows⚖️ Common mistakes firms make when building their websites🎯 Why specialisation, transparency and ideal client profiles are non-negotiable in 2025If you're a law firm, consultancy, or professional services leader won...
2025-06-22
40 min
Muhami Matters
Burnout in Professionals
In this episode of Muhami Matters, host Chris Adams speaks with Stef Hinds, a former military officer turned executive coach, about burnout, identity loss and the hidden stressors professionals face at the top. Stef shares his personal transformation from a decorated military leader to someone rebuilding life after a breakdown and how that experience now helps him guide lawyers, executives and founders through similar journeys.Together, Chris and Stef explore:Why high performers often experience burnout despite external successHow unprocessed stress, identity crises, and limiting beliefs silently build upThe physiological science of...
2025-06-15
36 min
Muhami Matters
Smart Money. Smart Structures.
In this episode of Muhami Matters, host Chris Adams is joined by Nick Davies, Managing Partner of SBL International, for a masterclass on navigating fund structures, legal jurisdictions and regulatory frameworks in the UAE.Nick brings a unique perspective from his years in Magic Circle and offshore firms, sharing practical guidance on how to set up and scale fund platforms in Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and beyond. They discuss the pros and cons of each free zone, common misconceptions about structuring in the region and why legal advisors should be...
2025-06-08
47 min
Muhami Matters
Use Your Voice: Presence, Power and Persuasion
Your voice is your power - are you using it well?In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Ewa Ledeboer, a public speaking and voice coach who helps professionals across the legal and corporate world speak with clarity, credibility and confidence.Whether you’re in the courtroom, the boardroom or pitching across a Zoom screen - how you sound matters as much as what you say.You’ll learn:Why your voice shapes how people perceive your confidence and competenceThe most common speaking mistakes lawyers and prof...
2025-06-01
36 min
Muhami Matters
The Power of Networking
In this episode of Muhami Matters, host Chris Adams is joined by Jamie Stewart, founder of Circle Networks, to explore how authentic networking can transform business growth.Jamie shares the story behind launching Circle Networks during the COVID-19 lockdown, after becoming disillusioned with the traditional format of large, impersonal online networking events. Instead of pitches and muted screens, Circle focuses on small breakout groups and real conversations, designed to build genuine relationships and meaningful business connections.Together, Chris and Jamie discuss practical strategies for building trust, making useful introductions, and growing your network...
2025-05-25
35 min
Muhami Matters
The Fundamentals of Content That Connects
What makes marketing content truly effective, especially in trust-based, professional industries? In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams is joined by Gareth Williams, founder of The Createologists, to explore the 5 fundamentals of content that connects: shareable, consistent, discoverable, targeted, and authentic.They also unpack the power of storytelling, why real engagement matters more than impressions, and the often-overlooked importance of making content about “you” - the audience!This conversation blends creative insight with practical strategies, making it essential listening for lawyers, consultants, and business leaders looking to stand out with purpose.
2025-05-18
19 min
Muhami Matters
The Art of Mediation
In this episode of Muhami Matters, host Chris Adams speaks with Mohamed Darwish, experienced legal consultant and founder of Darwish Legal Consultants, to explore the growing relevance of mediation in resolving commercial disputes - particularly in the hospitality and real estate sectors.With nearly two decades of experience across the UAE, Egypt, Qatar, Turkey and the UK, Mohamed shares compelling insights into how mediation offers not just a legal solution, but a strategic tool for preserving long-term relationships in business. From the cultural roots of mediation in the Middle East to its structured adoption in the UK...
2025-05-12
27 min
Muhami Matters
The Laws of Divorce in the UAE
In this powerful and practical episode of Muhami Matters, we explore one of the most sensitive yet vital legal issues facing individuals in the UAE – divorce.Although host Chris Adams introduces the episode, the core conversation is led by Sam Minhas of She Knows Best, who interviews legal advisor Zarqa Altaf from Yungo Law. Together, they answer real questions from women navigating the divorce process, breaking down complex legal concepts into clear, actionable advice.This is essential listening for anyone seeking clarity, reassurance, or guidance around separation, custody, financial support, or domestic abuse pr...
2025-05-05
23 min
Muhami Matters
Welcome to Muhami Matters
In this inaugural episode of Muhami Matters, host Chris Adams introduces the podcast's mission to provide strategic insights for professionals in business, law and consulting. He discusses the importance of credibility, effective communication and understanding the modern client's expectations. The episode outlines the significance of marketing and business development strategies tailored to ideal client profiles and concludes with a reminder that credibility must be consistently built and communicated.TakeawaysCredibility is essential for business growth.Clients expect faster responses and clear value.Understanding your ideal client is crucial.Marketing and business development...
2025-05-05
07 min
The Mental Breakthrough (TMB)
TMB40 - Christopher Adams - Digital Detox, Transformation, and the Quest for Truth
Welcome to Episode 40 of The Mental Breakthrough, featuring the return of my friend Christopher Adams for what I consider our first official podcast discussion. Our journey together dates back to our teenage years in junior college wrestling, sharing experiences both in sports and life. In this episode, Christopher and I dive into a profoundly personal topic: his recent journey of self-discovery and transformation. Christopher has just emerged from a 31-day digital blackout and detox from alcohol, a significant step following his shift away from Suboxone, initially used to combat opioid use. Our conversation navigates through his path from functional drinking t...
2024-01-23
3h 45
1013 Podcast
Widow of Magnolia
Nathan Weathers plays guest with host Christopher Adams in this Thanksgiving special! Sometimes a bitter sweet is the only way to truly end a story...
2023-11-20
1h 36
1013 Podcast
The Stranger Pt. 2
The second part and ending of The Stranger. Guest host Phillip Hanson and Christopher Adams present some new music, and the origin of the story.
2023-10-31
46 min
1013 Podcast
The Stranger Pt. 1
Join Phillip and Chris as they talk about music, the strange, and what inspired the events of the story that follows. This is part one of a two part series. First is useless conversations followed by the story The Stranger.The music, writing, narration, and production independently created by yours truly, Christopher Adams.Warning: Contains elements that are not suitable for all ages as well as real elements that may trigger certain individuals.
2023-10-23
1h 09
1013 Podcast
Some Have Hobbies
Do you like to use your hands? Do you stay busy to keep your mind of things? Well what if we take our hobbies too far and they become obsessions? And what would people say about you in your obituary after your long gone? Join Christopher Adams and Anthony meeting Petra and her hobby of obituaries.Anthony has a Youtube channel as well. So go check it out! Deep_Cut: https://www.youtube.com/@Deep_CutFirst is useless conversations followed by the story Some Have Hobbies.The music, writing, narration, and product...
2023-10-16
1h 19
1013 Podcast
Room: 1013
Are you familiar with 1013? How committed are you? Well, Join Christopher Adams and his wife Natalie Graves for a special extra long episode of what it's like to get a taste of not having control. This is the self titled episode that started it all. Today your not just joining 1013, today you will experience Room 1013. Commentary by Christopher Adams and Natalie graves followed by the story "Room:1013"Correction: "The Mist" was originally released in the anthology Dark Forces collection in 1980 and "Skeleton Crew" in 1985.Director of The Mist is Frank DarabontThe music, w...
2023-10-09
1h 36
1013 Podcast
Foggy
Have you ever forgot something? Have you ever had brain fog? Join Christopher Adams and guest host Hayden Ward as we explore the dark side of imagination. Lost? Take a seat and enjoy Room 1013. First part is fun commentary with guest host followed by the story Foggy.Correction: Mark Z. Danielewski is the author of the book "House of Leaves".The intro/outro music, writing, narration, and production independently created by yours truly, Christopher Adams.Warning: Contains elements that are not suitable for all ages as well as real elements that may tri...
2023-09-29
58 min
The TomCast
Solving the Sales Problem with Christopher Jones
On this round of the podcast Tom chats with Christopher Jones, Chief Problem Solver of Secure Records Solutions located in Thomasville, Georgia. Christopher outlines five critical approaches he’s taken to respond to a sales problem he uncovered in the company, along with the implications and outcomes of that response. That’s at least two major $10,000 insights in this episode that you won’t want to miss. If you’re struggling with sales in your shredding company, this one's for you.++++++++++Christopher JonesChief Problem SolverSecure Records SolutionsYou can find Secure Reco...
2022-05-17
31 min
The TomCast
Solving the Sales Problem with Christopher Jones
On this round of the podcast Tom chats with Christopher Jones, Chief Problem Solver of Secure Records Solutions located in Thomasville, Georgia. Christopher outlines five critical approaches he’s taken to respond to a sales problem he uncovered in the company, along with the implications and outcomes of that response. That’s at least two major $10,000 insights in this episode that you won’t want to miss. If you’re struggling with sales in your shredding company, this one's for you.++++++++++Christopher JonesChief Problem SolverSecure Records SolutionsYou can find Secure Reco...
2022-05-17
31 min
Variant_Entertainment
Birdies No Bogeys
WGC Dell Technologies Match Play Review March 24th To March 28th 2021 Update Information On Par5Buddies Videos Coming Soon And Trailer Is Out Now Go Check It Out On YouTube Below Is The Links For All Social Media Platforms. YouTube-Par5Buddies - YouTube Twitter- (2) Par5Buddies (@BuddiesPar5) / Twitter Instagram-Par5Buddies (@par5buddies) • Instagram photos and videos Facebook-Christopher Adams | Facebook Also Check Out Nothing But Nonsense On Instagram S.N.T.S’s NOTHING BUT NONSENSE (@nothingbutnonsensepodcast) • Instagram photos and vi...
2021-03-30
36 min
A World of Difference
Helping in Hard Times Eps 2: Dr. Christopher Adams on Back to School in Covid, trauma & music
Dr. Christopher Adams talks about growing up bicultural and how this drew him to learn about the immigrant experience. This ultimately led him to pursue a degree in which he could learn to both understand and help those having a challenging time in the US education system, especially on the US border with Mexico. Dr. Adams talks about teaching students with trauma, mental health struggles, and how his music he plays for the homeless community gives him connection. Listen and be inspired, challenged and equipped by Dr. Adams as he shares and leads with vulnerability. He spends so much time...
2020-08-11
1h 12
A World of Difference
Helping in Hard Times Eps 2: Dr. Christopher Adams on Back to School in Covid, trauma & music
Dr. Christopher Adams talks about growing up bicultural and how this drew him to learn about the immigrant experience. This ultimately led him to pursue a degree in which he could learn to both understand and help those having a challenging time in the US education system, especially on the US border with Mexico. Dr. Adams talks about teaching students with trauma, mental health struggles, and how his music he plays for the homeless community gives him connection. Listen and be inspired, challenged and equipped by Dr. Adams as he shares and leads with vulnerability. He spends so much time...
2020-08-11
1h 07