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Fluid LabsDriving Change from Within: Igniting Saudi’s Vision 2030In this episode of the Fluid Labs Podcast, we sit down with Saudi intrapreneur Abdulkareem Alalami to explore what it takes to spark meaningful change within large organizations in Saudi Arabia and beyond.
Innovation, as Abdulkareem explains, is much like The Matrix. Taking the blue pill keeps you in the status quo—safe, predictable, and unchallenged. But taking the red pill leads you into the unknown: a world of uncertainty, chaos, and boundless possibility. True innovation demands the courage to take the red pill, embrace disruption, and dive headfirst into the unpredictable.
Together, we discuss why...
2024-11-2651 min
Fluid LabsNature as MentorIn this episode of the Fluid Labs podcast, hosted by Mia
Jafari we are thrilled to welcome Alejandro Ortega, co-founder of “Pawsitive Leaders” and coach at “Deep Impact”. Alejandro blends his upbringing in Costa Rica—steeped in ancient cultures, wisdom, and nature—with his expertise in business development, partnerships, to bring a very unique perspective to innovation with intent.
In this episode, we dive into:
The Power of Ancestral Inspiration - Alejandro shares how
his grandmother inspired him to embody the change he wanted to see in the world. He reflects on the bold leap...
2024-11-2044 min
Fluid LabsInnovate with Reverence and PurposeIn this episode of the Fluid Lab’s Podcast, our host Mia Jafari sits down with Michael McGlade, founder and creative director of ROVAR, a Belfast-based augmented reality startup bringing immersive experiences to visitors around the world. Together, they dive deep into the intersection of purpose-led innovation and commercial success, exploring what it takes to create solutions that inspire and resonate deeply with clients and customers alike whilst serving as a homage to our past, present and future.
Episode Highlights:
Seating in the seat of intuition: How presence and deep listening can reveal what peo...
2024-11-0346 min
Fluid LabsWho Are We Becoming in the Age of AI?In this episode of the Fluid Labs Podcast, host Mia Jafari
is joined by Dr. Hoda Al Khazami, a leading voice in AI and emerging technologies, to explore the question: Who are we becoming in the age of AI?
Together, they discuss how artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies are reshaping our sense of identity, creativity, and humanity.
Key discussion points include:
1. The dual nature of AI as both a tool for human
advancement and a potential challenge to our sense of self and creativity.
2. How emerging technologies are influencing our...
2024-10-2846 min
Fluid LabsOur Self-Awareness is the Future Self-Awareness of AIIn this episode of the Fluid Labs Podcast, Mia Jafari interviews Hashem Al-Ghaili, a science communicator, filmmaker, and future tech expert. Together, they discuss how we can nurture AI to grow and evolve with values of collaboration, empathy, and global well-being, rather than continuing down a path of individualism and greed. They explore how we can leverage AI to enhance human creativity and ideas rather than diminish it.
Podcast Takeaways:
1. Self-awareness shapes AI development: The way we interact with AI, individually and collectively, influences its ethical framework and future growth.
2. Ethics in AI...
2024-10-2153 min
Step PodcastTravel Tech and Trend ProjectionTechnology has the potential to transform travel in the Middle East, focusing on personalization, sustainability, and cultural experiences. Mia Jafari, Mamoun Hmedan, and Nadim Nagui discuss how FinTech, AI, and business intelligence enhance travel, build digital trust, and drive the shift towards remote work and aspirational travel. _____________________ HIGHLIGHTS (0:20) Improving Travel in Dubai with Technology(5:27) Personalization in Travel(8:57) Sustainable Travel Practices(13:58) Cultural Tourism in the Middle East(20:26) Building Trust in the Travel Industry _____________________ QUOTE...
2024-05-2830 min
Fluid LabsEmpathy in Action: Building Impactful Teams through DiversityIn this episode, we are joined by Dr. Anthony Giannoumis, a motivational speaker and the founder of Inclusive Leadership, to discuss how inclusivity and diversity can be integrated into who we are, what we create, and how we work. We explore the business value of incorporating inclusivity and diversity within the technologies, products, and services we build.
Through hearing Anthony stories and real life examples we will discuss:
1. Diversity from Within - Internal diversity is about how much influence we allow into our life, and how the practice of inclusivity plays an Internal role in...
2023-12-0757 min
Fluid LabsAhead of the Curve: Lead, Listen, GrowThis podcast session with Paul Littlejohn, Founder of Wingman Executive, will explore and discuss how, as a startup, once you secure funding to scale, you face a crucial decision—do you want to continue innovating, developing your business, and thriving in what you love doing, or be burdened by the challenges of managing your team and making the wrong hires?
Who you hire, how they align with your vision, and how you infuse your values, purpose, mission, and well-being ethos into your team play pivotal roles in ensuring your startup's success during the scaling phase.
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2023-11-1035 min
Fluid LabsInnovation As A Inner JourneyTo spark innovation and challenge the norm, we must, as suggested by Vijay
Raju, co-founder of The Propel Labs, pose the question: "What am I Designed For?"
During this podcast, we will discuss this and more and cover:
[2:15] What inspired Vijay to embark on his journey towards driving responsible growth and innovation.
[4:29] How innovation and industry can thrive when we tap into our creativity, and how to nurture and let go of the fear of judgment and failure that hinders the innovation process.
[10:56] Letting go of the external image an...
2023-11-0641 min
Fluid LabsWell-being for Inspired ActionWelcome to the inaugural podcast of Fluid Labs' "Visionary Founders Mindset Mastery" series where we will be joined by Marjan Najafi, so-founder of QYRO as we delve into the interconnectedness between well-being and building successful, purpose-driven companies through our ability to take inspired action.
We dissect 13th-century Persian poet Rumi's teachings to identify three key themes that are critical for us to take inspired action:
Embracing the Flow of Life 🌊
Cultivating Positive Thoughts and Emotions 😊
Practicing Patience and Reflective Listening 👂
Episode Highlights:
- Defining Well-being: We'll dive into the meaning of
well-being...
2023-11-0154 min
Fluid LabsWell-Being to Well-Doing: The Visionary Founder's PlaybookThis session is the introductory chapter to "Well-Being to Well-Doing: The Visionary Founder's Playbook" and delves deeply into a fundamental question: "How can we become the change we aspire to see in the world?"
When we rigidly adhere to a one-size-fits-all definition of success that doesn't align with our true selves, it can profoundly affect our ability to drive change, inspire, lead, and innovate.
How can we create new businesses and nurture innovation when our inner well-being and creativity are compromised?
🚀 We discuss the tendency to overlook our inner well-being as we strive to...
2023-10-2323 min
Fluid LabsUnlocking Brand Purpose to Fuel Growth & Well-BeingIn the realm of marketing, "purpose" is often tossed around, yet it's frequently misunderstood. Many brands misuse it as an empty promise to boost sales, while others mistakenly think it means trying to cater to everyone. These misconceptions hold numerous brands back from making a genuinely positive impact in the world.
True purpose possesses the transformative ability to foster love, trust, and connection. It serves as the linchpin for elevating a brand's value, expanding its reach, and magnifying its influence. However, the opposite holds true as well. When brands lack authenticity in their actions, consumers a...
2023-10-1448 min
Fluid LabsThe Intrapreneur's Playbook: Driving Change from WithinIn this exciting episode of the Fluid Lab's podcast, we are delighted to welcome Fritz Seidel as our guest. Join us for a captivating discussion as we delve into various aspects of the Intrapreneur's Playbook, exploring the following key topics:
[1:11 Mins] Fritz shares his personal journey that led him to his current work in the innovation space.
[3:21 Mins] We dive into the need for structural change to drive innovation, uncovering the essence of this transformation and practical strategies to achieve it.
[8:46 Mins] Discover what it means to be a purpose-led innovator and explore...
2023-07-1951 min
Fluid LabsNavigating the Uncharted: Succeeding in the Next Tectonic Shift of the Tech LandscapeIn this episode of the Fluid Labs podcast, we will delve into the world of AI and explore how to cultivate the mindset and resilience needed to thrive amidst the upcoming tectonic shift. Our guest speaker, , Daniel Kozlov, Partner at Global Innovation Catalyst and Co-founder at Innovera, will share his insights on the future of technology and navigating the unpredictable and unprecedented changes our world is set to face.
The world of technology is in a constant state of evolution, with unpredictable and unprecedented changes. With the exponential growth of AI, the future is unc...
2023-06-151h 02
Fluid LabsThe Pioneer's Quest: Unleashing Purpose-Led InnovationWelcome to another episode of the Fluid Labs podcast with your host, Mia Jafari and guest speakers from the world of entrepreneurship and corporate innovation. This podcast series is about unlocking creativity, building purpose-led products and services, investing wisely and impactful technology solutions that can change our world for the better.
This session we are joined by Oliver Durrer, the founder of SwissLEAP as we discover how to take a leap into the next level innovation and focus on holistic growth and the human element in innovation.
Some of the key themes...
2023-06-0741 min
Fluid LabsEpisode 15: Marjan Najafi - From Surviving To ThrivingIn this episode of the Yogipreneurs podcast we will be meeting Marjan Najafi, CEO and Co-founder of Qyro and discussing what lead her to quit a successful career in private banking to launch Qyro, an award-winning company based in Switzerland offering well-being solutions to professionals plus:
What are the main challenges facing employees in developing and maintaining their mental health wellbeing?
What can companies do more to nurture the mental wellbeing of their employees?
In an ideal world what would the perfect mental wellbeing support offering provided by companies to their employees be?
What techniques has Marjan tried and tested t...
2022-10-0134 min
Fluid LabsEpisode 14: Reggie Hubbard - Fearless Compassion & Embodying PurposeYoga is an ancient practise to help us connect our feelings, thoughts and physical movement in a way that allows us to be the best version of ourselves. When we follow this ancient practise and embody the yogic mindset we see our universe as abundant and infinite. We learn to approach the world with the mindset of being of service to humanity and our planet. We learn to open our hearts and minds to new opportunities, to getting out of our comfort zone that allows us to live fearlessly and create new partnerships, products, services and ways of being.
2022-09-0229 min
Fluid LabsEpisode 12: Sadiq Gillani - The Art of Jungian Psychology for Decision Making“Patience is not sitting and waiting, it is foreseeing. It is looking at the thorn and seeing the rose, looking at the night and seeing the day. Lovers are patient and know that the moon needs time to become full.”
Rumi
We invite you to join us with your favourite cup of tea to hear and share insights, openings and discoveries on how decision making is influenced by a myriad of Jungian psychological factors and how to protect our decision-making from negative influence.
The Swiss psychiatrist and psychoanalyst Carl Jung...
2021-06-1852 min
Fluid LabsEpisode 11: Louise Le Gat - Art of AlignmentOn aligning to our purpose and staying resilient and inspired so that we can make our visions real:
What being told she could never walk again taught Louise about living in alignment.
Louise's framework for creating alignment with her purpose through her work and business.
Why the road towards living our purpose can be filled with setbacks.
How to create a life that aligns to our personal purpose which fires our passions as well as contributes towards global change and transformation.
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2021-05-201h 00
Fluid LabsEpisode 10: Gustavo Carriconde - Making Decisions of ValueOn making decisions of value, following your intuition and seeing the challenges that turn our lives upside down as the catalyst to solve real world problems:
How chaos and the pandemic created the opportunity to initiates change and transformation. [1:34]
How to start with creating the seed of the future we are standing for, rather than attempting to fix the past. [3:36]
Training for unprecedented situations and how we can be prepared for uncertainties by improving our ability to make better decisions. [6:23]
Balancing processes of migrating risks and strategic thinking with trusting our...
2021-05-1238 min
Fluid LabsEpisode 9: Kalojan Georgiev - The Call To ActionOn building humility and instead of seeking external success focusing on building inner harmony and getting ready for our call to action:
How a global crisis such as COVID is the best time for smaller companies and start-ups to create their start-ups [1:24]
Build self-confidence to create action as an entrepreneur [9:08]
Let go of fear by building trust in ourselves to know that if we lose everything we can build again [12:40]
How to sell our vision to employees, partners and investors [16:31]
Being humble and know your place in the system and focus on building inner harmony to allow life to happen...
2021-04-2341 min
Fluid LabsEpisode 8: Dagmar Spremberg - Shine Your LightOn building inner trust and following through with our intentions by taking everyday steps that allow us to step into and shine our light.
Overcoming self-limiting beliefs. [2:45]
Moving out of our comfort zone. [5:52]
Self-actualising through our work & creating a our lives in our own terms. [9:52]
Service over ego. [14:30]
Using yoga to re-connect to each moment & our intentions & intuition. [20:48]
Building Inner integrity and personal trust. [22:25]
Aligning our masculine & feminine energy to create action. [25:00]
Creating financial abundance by cultivating inner trust. [30:25]
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Episode Notes
In this episode we meet Dagmar Spremberg the founder of Montezuma Yoga in Costa Rica.
While growing up in Ger...
2021-04-2043 min
Fluid LabsEpisode 7: Roberto Croci - Resilience for EntrepreneursIn this episode we meet Roberto Croci , the Managing Director of Microsoft for Startups in the Middle East and Africa Region and explore how entrepreneurs can become the best version of themselves. To Transform. To Succeed. To Create Impact.
We talk to Roberto about his own inspiration and what gives him a sense of purpose and what he feels about this new generation of entrepreneurs who are not only looking to create financial success but also align with their authentic purpose to create success on their own terms.
We deep-delve into resilience for entrepreneurs and...
2021-04-0946 min
Fluid LabsEpisode 6: Sequin Kay - Healing & Growing Through ExperiencesIn this episode we meet Sequin Kay, the British artist whose multifaceted artworks explore a higher sense of perception, metaphysics and quantum reality. Her signature artworks offer a window into the power of unseen energy, exploring transformative power and the nature of healing, destruction, personal chaos.
We discuss the nature of such healing, growing and learning from these experiences and how this is a journey of transformation, in which we have to let go of the old structures we hold, and we have to step into and grow into something new and what support systems we need t...
2021-04-0335 min
Fluid LabsEpisode 5: Peter Harper - Rising Through ChallengesIn this episode with Peter Harper, the co-founder of the Drunken Monk we explore the challenges Peter has personally faced over the last 12 months as an entrepreneur and how he has built a vibrant virtual sanctuary that supports it's members to stay centred, focused, positive and connected to creating their destinies.
We discuss how Peter’s own spiritual work has enabled him to not only survive but thrive as an entrepreneur and by cultivating trust and courageously manoeuvring uncertainties we can all create our lives in a way that far super exceeds our own ex...
2021-03-2638 min
Fluid LabsEpisode 4: Aya Sadder - Act Your TruthIn this episode we will be talking to Aya Sadder, Founder of BOLT – A Dubai based company for start-up hackathons, workshops and programmes.
Aya defines “entrepreneurship” as turning challenging circumstances into creative solutions and through BOLT Aya wants to help the next generation of entrepreneurs find their inner superhero.
In this episode we will explore how by building our capacity to self-reflect and through developing consistent daily rituals we can engage with people in a more meaningful and authentic way – the superpower all entrepreneurs need to succeed.
2021-03-1529 min
Fluid LabsEpisode 3: Chikky Sirish - Being in FlowIn this episode, we meet Chikky Siresh, a transformation engineer, energy healer and life coach based in Dubai. We explore how we all have the potential to change, to be better, to be amazing; and, all we need are the tools to help discover the possibilities within us. We identify the energy balancing tools that are available to us to help us allow more flow into our lives and have the right opportunities’ come to us.
We will map out how coaching NLP and hypnotherapy have the potential to be the best version of ourselves as well as...
2021-03-1127 min
Fluid LabsEpisode 2: Cornell Thomas - Be Your PurposeIn this episode, we meet Cornell Thomas, speaker, author and social entrepreneur from New Jersey, USA. Two weeks away from playing professional basketball in Europe, Cornell suffered a career-ending injury that derailed his dream and left him questioning his purpose. In this interview with Cornell we explore how to make your setback into opportunities for growth and how to be ready for them and how to get past “Why Me” to “What Now”.
Follow Cornell Thomas:
Website: http://cornell-thomas.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/CornellThomas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cornellt...
2021-03-0437 min
Fluid LabsEpisode 1 : Meet the Best Version of YouWelcome to our inspirational talks with creatives, entrepreneurs and leaders on how to develop spiritual tenacity to support you to build humanity+ businesses whilst falling in love with your life and seeing it like you have never seen it before.
Get the playbook to live your life with clarity, purpose, inspiration, joy, and creativity:
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2021-03-0314 min