What if the challenges you've faced are the key to unlocking your leadership potential? Kevin sits down with Payam Zamani to discuss the cyclical nature of peaks and valleys in our lives. Payam highlights the value of challenges and how they prepare individuals for greater achievements. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining hope and the need for spiritual capitalism—where business success is aligned with serving humanity. Payam and Kevin also explore deep topics such as unity, intention in leadership, and the noble nature of all human beings.

Listen For

00:00 Introduction
02:56 Payam Zamani's Journey and Background
03:22 Why Payam Wrote His Book
05:24 Growing Up in Iran and Facing Challenges
09:00 The US as a Beacon of Hope
11:21 Fleeing Iran and Finding Refuge in the US
12:17 The Path to Entrepreneurship
14:20 The Genesis of AutoWeb
16:10 Embracing Life's Difficult Journeys
17:33 The Power of Challenges and Adversity
19:55 The Noble Origin of People
21:03 Spirituality in Business and Life
24:10 Spiritual Capitalism Explained
25:21 Principles of People-First Leadership
27:19 The Role of Unity in Leadership
27:57 Importance of Intention in Business
29:29 Hope for the Future of America
33:00 Where to Find Payam's Book and Connect

Meet Payam

Payam's Story: Payam Zamani is the author of Crossing the Desert: The Power of Embracing Life's Difficult Journeys. He is also an entrepreneur, investor, and the founder of One Planet Group. Born in Iran, Zamani was forced to flee at the age of 16 due to his religious beliefs as a Baha’i. He and his brother founded AutoWeb, one of the first online car marketplaces, which they took public in 1999. Since then, he has built and currently owns multiple technology and media businesses, has invested in more than 50 companies, and is striving to redefine capitalism to elevate business to serve humanity.