Notes From The Executive Podcast with Mina Amso

This Episode is Sponsored by DappaDappa.com, affordable premium apparel for dads and Montessori Toys for kids, you can trust. Follow Us & the Conversation On  ⁠Instagram!⁠ Liked this episode? Leave us a review ⁠here⁠! Have you ever been paralyzed by analysis when faced with a choice? Jason, a normal human being with so much life experience (yes you should probably listen to him) shares his practical cheat sheet for overcoming analysis paralysis and taking action. Learn about the decisions that have shaped Jason's path, including the obscure situations where we must choose even when all the points aren't clear. Discover why Jason believes that "deciding not to decide" can be the biggest stumbling block. As a father, husband, and Christian, Jason's insights into making decisions in various spheres of life are enlightening. We also explore the significance of failure in the decision-making process and why we're often averse to it. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation that will empower you to approach decisions with clarity, courage, and purpose. Remember, indecision is a choice in itself. Join us on this journey of understanding decision-making, embracing change, and making the most out of life's choices. Don't miss out on this engaging episode packed with wisdom and actionable insights. Jason has over two decades of experience in the community and not-for-profit sector. In 2021, he joined Maxim Institute. Decision-Making, Career Transitions, Analysis Paralysis, Embracing Change, Making Choices, Common Sense, Visionary Decision-Making, Overcoming Indecision, Growth Mindset, Failure and Success, Personal Growth, Maxim Communications Manager, Jason Heale Interview.

This Episode is Sponsored by DappaDappa.com, affordable premium apparel for dads you can trust. Follow Us & the Conversation On  ⁠⁠Instagram!⁠⁠ Liked this episode? Leave us a review ⁠⁠here⁠⁠! Tune in to a heartwarming and enlightening episode of the Mina Amso Show as we celebrate the joys of fatherhood and delve into the art of decision-making with our special guest, Tim Wilson. In this captivating Father’s Day (Australia and New Zealand) special, host Mina Amso sits down with Tim, a familiar face from TVNZ Seven Sharp, now CEO of an esteemed research and public policy think tank, Maxim Institute, Tim candidly discusses decision-making, shedding light on how he navigated his own career path from taxi driver to a prominent figure in media and public policy. Learn about the dynamics of making decisions, whether they are major life choices or everyday dilemmas. Tim offers valuable insights into conquering analysis paralysis and outlines his personal cheat sheet for effective decision-making. Explore thought-provoking facts about fatherhood in today’s society, from startling statistics about fatherless households to the transformative effects of fathers sharing household chores. Tim reflects on the reasons behind being a dedicated dad and delves into the fears and challenges that fathers often face. Wilson, a father of four boys, shares his experiences as a father and how he balances the demands of his roles—husband, father, CEO, and more.

Welcome back to another inspiring episode of The Mina Amso Show. Today, we're diving deep into the journey of Amy Chan, a remarkable pharmacist who discovered true satisfaction and purpose in her career after Pharmacy School and PhD. You won't want to miss this amazing story! Remember, if you love what you hear, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and share this episode with your friends. Let's spread the inspiration together! How to Leave a Review Click the link above or go to Apple Podcasts and select The Mina Amso Show, scroll down to the Ratings & Reviews section near the bottom of the page, then do any of the following: Rate a show: Click a star to select a rating. You can also hold the pointer over the stars, then click or drag to add or remove stars. In our last three episodes, we've been following Amy's path, and now we continue the conversation, exploring how she found direction, made important decisions, and grabbed life-changing opportunities along the way. Prepare to be inspired! Our next episode is all about self-discovery and career introspection. We'll be questioning our own journeys and asking ourselves if we're truly heading in the direction we desire. Plus, we'll discuss the ever-elusive "midlife crisis" and its relevance in today's world. We might even touch on some fun topics like football and the impact of social media on our children. In this episode: I sat down with Amy to answer some important questions that you, our incredible listeners, have shared with us. How do you know if you're on the right career path? What strategic steps can you take to make the most of your professional journey? And how did Amy make those crucial decisions that led her to success? We'll also talk about finding job satisfaction and why we're in the careers we're in today. And don't worry, I've got you covered on tips for managing your job effectively while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.So, join us for this thought-provoking, purpose-driven episode as we empower ourselves with Amy's incredible insights and experiences. This is the show, I am Mina Amso, here to guide you on your journey to a fulfilling and purposeful career.

We lay out the priorities for what make a job hit that satisfaction level and why work life balance is a thing of the past. Let's face it, some of us who leave university and start full-time work and earn money may feel like a million dollars at the start. It's Liberating. Empowering. Satisfying. But how long does that last? Expectations don't always reflect reality. We have some real aha-moments in this episode. We share our stories of first time full-timers in pharmacy, what we learned, what we were thinking at the time, and how we made our next moves. We share what we experienced working in the community, in hospital, and beyond, and how we found our jobs and other people painful and helpful. And what would we do differently if we go back in time. We're now on Instagram! Liked this episode? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

Are you a high school student curious about what uni life is like? 🤔 Tune in to the latest episode of the Mina Amso Show where we discuss what first-year could look and feels like. Catch up on our previous episode ⁠here⁠! We're now on ⁠Instagram!⁠ Liked this episode? Leave us a review ⁠here⁠! Mina chats with her pharmacist friend and colleague, Amy Chan, about what university experience is like for pharmacy students (and any other student). From adjusting to life on campus and managing coursework to navigating a social life and exploring extracurricular activities, Mina and Amy share their insights and advice for making the most of your first year at university. They discuss the importance of maintaining hobbies and interests, joining clubs and organisations, and finding a sense of community in a new environment. Tune in for a valuable conversation that will inspire and inform students embarking on their university journey. Don't forget to leave a review and share with your friends to help spread the word about The Mina Amso Show!

What factors shaped our decision to get into pharmacy from high school ? We discuss challenges with career choice we had to make at such a young age, while giving advice for school leavers and insights with Amy Chan, a friend of mine, a pharmacist and researcher, who talks about how she made her decision to study pharmacy and then PhD. Welcome to the Season 7 premiere of our podcast, where we explore the fascinating world of career choices and decisions. In this episode, we delve into the factors that shape our decisions to pursue a career in pharmacy right after high school. You can of course apply this to your own situation. We discuss the challenges faced when we were school leavers, having to choose a career at such a young age, or so it seemed. We share valuable advice for those who are currently making such life-changing decisions. To help us with this topic, we speak to Amy Chan, a pharmacist and researcher who shares her personal journey of how she made her decision to study pharmacy and later pursued PhD. Amy talks about the different factors that influenced her decision, such as her passion for science and helping others, as well as the role that her family and mentors played in shaping her career path. Through our conversation, we highlight some important points that school leavers should consider when choosing their career paths, including the importance of exploring different options, seeking guidance and mentorship, and pursuing a career that aligns with their passions and values. Join us for this insightful discussion on the challenges and rewards of pursuing a career, and gain some valuable advice for your own career journey. Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast for more exciting episodes!

Imagine traveling and eating as your day job? Lebanese-born Anthony Rahayel does just that. His love for Lebanon is unwavering and it shows in his travel episodes the last 10 years. He's won awards, produced over four thousand videos on YouTube, some of which has reached 15 million views! He has over 350k subscribers and followers on Instagram. Rahayel is truly becoming a food travel influencer you would want to know about him. He speaks about being in Lebanon, visiting Iraq and why the world needs more authentic attention to Middle Eastern cuisine.  #nogarlicnoonion #anthonyrayaheyl #seasonsixfinale Watch this episode and more here on YouTube Follow Anthony here on YouTube Music: Coopex - Over The Sun [NCS Release] from YouTube.

He's passionate about bringing Iraqi people in New Zealand together, and he does it well with his team. Kiwi-Iraqi Johnny Burjony, migrated to New Zealand over 25 years ago, he still has a sense of that Iraqi-ness then, as he does now.  He talks about his passion project that has brought hundreds of Iraqis together over the last 10 years as Babylon Charitable Trust celebrates its 10th birthday next year. Its subsidiary, Babylon Community Centre, have been central hub for Iraqis to connect, maintain language and culture for generations to come. It's only been through the hard work of dedicated volunteers like Johnny.   To find out more about the trust visit the community group here. To enquire about events and volunteer opportunities email Johnny here.

Why chasing after girls in high School isn't the answer. Kiwi-Iraqi Civil project engineer Fady Ghanima answers that very question. Fady landed in New Zealand in 1994, that's 28 years ago. Spoke not a single word of English, mind you he was 5 years old. But how did he adjust growing up in Aotearoa New Zealand? How did he survive high school? How did faith change him? and what's life like now? Enjoyed this show?  Leave us a review here - One sentence even, take a screen shot of you listening and post it on the gram, tag  @minaam and we'll thank you personally. Watch it on YouTube Here.  Topics covered: iraqi immigrant,iraqi engineer, iraqi kiwi, kiwi iraqi, iraqi story,iraqi immigration story,iraqi moving to new zealand,new zealand,new zealand life,new zealand culture,arabic language,choosing new zealand,why new zealand is the best country in the world,new zealand vs iraq,what's it like living in new zealand,maha haddad,mina amso,mina amso podcast

What is it like to get a terminal brain cancer diagnosis at 40? and surviving that? Kiwi-Iraqi father of three Waseem Hermiz went through that last year.   He speaks openly about the ordeal on the podcast, how he dealt with the shock, how his family responded and the community in Australia and New Zealand. Waseem is a forensic scientist at the New South Wales State Government. He lives in Australia with his family and three children. Enjoyed this show? Leave us a review here - One sentence even, take a screen shot of you listening and post it on the gram, we'll thank you personally.  Watch it on YouTube Here. Topics covered: Waseem hermiz,mina amso show,mina amso podcast,cancer survivor,kiwi iraqi,cancer diagnosis,brain cancer,Surviving a deathly cancer,doctors diagnosis cancer,cancer doctor diagnosis,story cancer survivor,story cancer kiwi iraqi,new zealand iraqi cancer,immigrant iraqi,iraqi immigrant,new zealand immigrant,new zealand immigration,living in new zealand,new zealand accent,new zealand show,new zealand podcast,new zealand citizens,brain cancer at 40

Dr Maha Haddad is not your average typical Iraqi immigrant. You’d find her in the operating theatres one minute, and leading a church choir the next, all the while keeping her momma and wife duties up-to-date. She’s been in New Zealand for 28 years and she tells Mina Amso about the reality of being a doctor, moving from Iraq, living through war, the complexities of starting a family, holding on to Iraqi identity, and her views of the current health system in New Zealand. Oh, and chasing dreams!  Like this video? Please leave us a review here, even one sentence helps. Post a screenshot of you listening on instagram and tag @minaamso so we can thank you personally.  Watch it on YouTube Here. Topics Covered: iraqi immigrant, iraqi doctor, iraqi kiwi, kiwi iraqi, iraqi story, iraqi immigration story, iraqi moving to new zealand, new zealand, new zealand life, new zealand culture, arabic language, choosing new zealand, why new zealand is the best country in the world, new zealand vs iraq, what's it like living in new zealand, maha haddad, mina amso, mina amso podcast, new zealand health system.

A successful Iraqi florist, known and loved by the Iraqi community, Fadia Thomas made her voyage to New Zealand from Iraq 23 years ago. She worked her way up to become one of the most blossoming florists in Auckland, designed(almost) every Iraqi wedding. But there’s more to the hard-working immigrant than meets the eye. We talk weddings, starting a business, and surviving a pandemic.

Transitioning into a new way of life in New Zealand was a “cultural shock” for Iraqi-immigrant Mina Rassam. From Baghdad to Auckland to high school, with no English spoken and no friends to lean on. Here’s the story behind nine-year old Mina fighting the odds to become a successful kiwi-Iraqi lawyer today.

She's a lawyer, she's successful, what makes Mina Rassam so unique and bright. Take a listen to find out how she's kept the Iraqi mojo, alive. How she stepped into her career and the three things she could teach her 16 year old self. Join us for part two of the conversation. Watch Season 6 Episode 1 with Maysoon Rassam Here: https://youtu.be/iYRRciKoRRk Watch Season 6 Episode 2 Episode with Fadia Tomas Here: https://youtu.be/4EdzNmfDVio Follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4QgZGJdrnfjZ1sEm6MeGcp?si=d722dcc0a24d4b76 Listen on the Mina Amso Podcast Episodes Here: https://open.spotify.com/show/4QgZGJdrnfjZ1sEm6MeGcp?si=d722dcc0a24d4b76 immigrant, immigrant iraqi, iraqi immigrant, new zealand immigrant, new zealandimmigration, living in new zealand, new zealand accent, new zealand show, newzealand podcast, new zealand citizens, new zealand citizenship, what's it likeliving in new zealand, immigrant story coming to new zealand, new zealand life,living in new zealand, new zealand iraqi immigrant story, iraqi new zealand,iraqi moving to new zealand, moving to new zealand from iraq, from iraq to newzealand, new zealand living, new zealand culture, new iraqi living long term innew zealand Warm Memories - Emotional Inspiring Piano by Keys of Moon |https://soundcloud.com/keysofmoon Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/

Dr Rita Kettoola came to NZ at 7.5 years of age with her family from Iraq. We unpack stories of Rita’s journey of adapting to New Zealand life, New Zealand culture, playing New Zealand sports, namely netball and of course, Iraqi food.

Thor Pedersen, the only man traveling the world (yes to every country), without flying, talks to Mina Amso in part two about his stopover in New Zealand, Lebanon and Iraq. He’s been tossed around by violent storms on board ships, and how he nearly died in Africa. He’s been beating the odds to complete his project, Once Upon A Saga, but is he close enough? Note: Thor left Auckland before the airing of this episode. The long journey has earned Pedersen media coverage in more than 100 countries so far. He's been on VICE, BBC, Lonely Planet, National Geographic, Forbes, Al Jazeera, The Guardian, News.com.au, The National and ABC. We talk about: - If he misses flying at all. - How long he spend in a typical country. - What was it like visiting the Middle East like Iraq, Lebanon and Syria. - How he had a near death experience. - What he hopes to do when the dust settles and he returns home. Like this show? Please leave us a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts - even one sentence helps! Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally! Episode Resources Once Upon A Saga | Instagram | www.instagram.com/onceuponasaga/\ Follow Mina Twitter | @minaamso Instagram | @minaamso Website |www.minaamso.com

Moved to New Zealand in 1997 from Iraq, Dr Maysoon Rassam and her family had to endure some real twists and turns, with surprises at every corner, just so they call New Zealand home. Some things came at a price, was it worth it?

No one in history has travelled the world without flying. Enters Torbjørn 'Thor' Pedersen. He’s on a mission as we speak to defy all odds and travel the world by foot, bus, train, car or ferry. No flying. His 'Once a upon a saga’ project has reached thousands of people and inspired millions. The long journey has earned Pedersen media coverage in more than 100 countries so far. He's been on VICE, BBC, Lonely Planet, National Geographic, Forbes, Al Jazeera, The Guardian, News.com.au, The National and ABC. We talk about: - This is what he learned travelling 196 countries - What it means for someone to travel around the world without flying. - How much it costs to travel around the world. - How he figured out the route. - The art of networking and thinking outside the box. - What it was like being stuck amidst a global pandemic. - How to adapt yourself to the different cultures. - How it was meant to be done in less than four year but has taken ... - What’s it like to be on the road on a trip for that long? Trying to defy all odds and travel the world by foot, bus, train, car or ferry. No flights. - What’s the hardest thing about this trip for you mentally pursuing this. - What’s it like to be in the home run now, wanting to complete the marathon. - About how to push for dreams to come true and inspiring people to do the same. - He talks about how he funded this trip around all these countries. How to budget for an overseas trip this big. - What makes someone travel around the globe trying to earn world title. Like this show? Please leave us a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts - even one sentence helps! Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally! Episode Resources Once Upon A Saga | Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/onceuponasaga/

Natalie Ferguson paid $100K at 23 to escape a controlling relationship - then used that experience to build a customer research framework that validated a billion-dollar investment platform. This is her exact process.She has a gift of finding and solving complex problems. She helped change the financial habits of nearly 200,000 customers with her last startup, ⁠Hatch⁠. Now, she’s focused on the gender leadership gap with ⁠Powrsuit⁠, a career accelerator for women at every stage.Episode PartnerAcademyEx: https://academyex.com/courses/master/master-of-technological-futuresTime Stamps 0:00 – introduction Natalie Ferguson, Entrepreneur & Power Suit Founder2:00 – the problem New Zealanders and money mindset4:30 – natalie’s personal story Overcoming financial control8:00 – early entrepreneurship Starting a web design business10:30 – family influence Entrepreneurial mindset from childhood13:00 – the hatch journey Solving money control issues16:00 – research & customer discovery Framework for startups20:00 – gender wealth gap Launching Power Suit24:00 – mindset barriers Women and money myths28:00 – product development Testing multiple solutions32:00 – early adopters Identifying target market for Hatch & Power Suit36:00 – b2b vs b2c sales Lessons learned40:00 – sales skills for entrepreneurs Overcoming fear of rejection44:00 – newsletters Business growth & research48:00 – podcasting Building community & brand awareness52:00 – linkedin & events Customer acquisition strategies56:00 – measuring impact Tracking professional development outcomes1:00:00 – overcoming objections Budget, time, and gender issues1:04:00 – mistakes & lessons Failing fast and bold moves1:08:00 – bootstrapping vs funding Business growth decisions1:12:00 – the power of co-founders Building a strong partnership1:15:00 – final advice How to connect with Power SuitFollow Natalie https://powrsuit.com/ Follow me:⁠linkin.bio/minaamso⁠ Watch the episode on YouTube: (for spotify and apple only)⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NotesFromTheExecutivePodcast Listen on:Apple podcast:⁠ https://shorturl.at/UkJ8v⁠Spotify: ⁠ https://shorturl.at/nRz5Z Podcast Partner: AcademyEx https://academyex.com/courses/master/master-of-technological-futures

Mahesh Muralidhar is a New Zealand-based entrepreneur and startup ecosystem builder who gained prominence as the Head of People Operations at Canva during its explosive growth phase to now having a $42 billion valuation.Mahesh founded Phase One, a venture firm focused on nurturing early-stage New Zealand founders, though he's currently paused that to focus on a broader mission of accelerating New Zealand's economic growth.🎙️ In this brutally honest conversation, Mahesh reveals:Why his own startup failed despite Tim Tam bribes to Uber's country managerThe one customer obsession that separated Canva from every other startupWhy 18 months of "not winning" is mandatory for unicorn successThe exact wealth calculation every 40+ entrepreneur needs to do TODAYWhy New Zealand's "safety first" culture is killing our economic potentialEpisode Partner ⁠@academyex https://lnkd.in/gumX_FAd👉 Follow Mina: YouTube👉 Follow Mahesh: LinkedIn⏱ Timestamps00:22 - The "product love" test that predicts startup success02:16 - Why focusing on ONE customer beats 200 every time04:21 - How obsessing over 5 customers trains your scaling muscles06:09 - Mahesh's startup failure story (Tim Tam hustle included)07:01 - The fastest way to test problem vs solution focus09:18 - Why he chose Canva over his own startup11:23 - The one shift Kiwi founders need to think global13:08 - Why building Canva requires "going through fire"16:10 - How to figure out what you actually want from life19:08 - Why saying no is harder than picking your goal22:59 - Inside Canva's $42 billion valuation story24:01 - What being Head of People at Canva actually means29:46 - Master of Technology Futures course for professionals31:04 - The 6 Kiwi unicorns by 2030 prediction31:55 - B2B vs B2C: The 70/30 rule that determines exit value35:15 - The unicorn formula: 18 months of no building38:04 - Role play: Building a $100 million company blueprint42:14 - The reverse engineering approach to business planning45:22 - What really keeps entrepreneurs on track (not community)49:10 - Canva's Sunday desk move that changed everything51:22 - Why AI opportunities don't matter (do this instead)52:02 - Making New Zealand happier: The last chapter mission54:30 - The best advice that keeps him grounded#NewZealandBusiness #CanvaStory #EntrepreneurshipNZ #StartupReality #WealthBuilding #KiwiFounders🎯 Perfect for: Kiwi & Aussie professionals 40+ considering their next career move, established business owners wanting to scale globally, anyone curious about the real story behind billion-dollar companies