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LAAM CEO: LAAM is NOT a Fashion Brand! | 457 | TBT
From 🇵🇰 Thought Behind Things, published at 2025-10-03 15:00
Find out more about Endeavor: https://pakistan.endeavor.orgIn this episode of Thought Behind Things, we’re joined by Arif Iqbal, the Co-Founder & CEO of LAAM, a fashion-tech startup transforming how South Asian brands scale globally through technology and logistics.With a stellar background as an engineering leader at Facebook, Microsoft, Pinterest, and eBay, Arif shares how LAAM is building Pakistan’s Shopify-alternative helping thousands of local brands reach global audiences while solving the #1 reason most Pakistani ecommerce ventures fail: logistics.We uncover:Why LAAM is not a fashion company, but a tech & logistics companyHow LAAM enables 48-hour local delivery & 5-day global shippingWhy most Pakistani ecommerce startups fail — and how LAAM solves thatThe $5M+ raised and LAAM’s journey with Endeavor GlobalHow Octane, LAAM’s backend engine, is bypassing Shopify limitationsWith the ambition to become Pakistan’s next tech unicorn, Arif shares his long-term vision of turning LAAM into the Amazon of South Asia — and a homegrown global success story.Socials:TBT’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsTBT Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@tbtpodcastclipsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Arif's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arifiqbal/Endeavor's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/endeavor-pakistanCredits:Executive Producer: Syed Muzamil Hasan ZaidiAssociate Producer: Saad ShehryarPublisher: Talha ShaikhEditor: Jawad Sajid
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Abbas Bukhari: Comedy Can’t Be Learned - You’re BORN With It! | 456 | TBT
From 🇵🇰 Thought Behind Things, published at 2025-10-01 15:00
Find out more about Endeavor: https://pakistan.endeavor.orgIn this episode of Thought Behind Things, we’re joined by Abbas Raza Bukhari, a rising stand-up comedian, storyteller, and content creator of Pakistan’s digital comedy scene.From hating Instagram and never planning to create content to building a loyal audience through relatable, family-friendly humor, Abbas walks us through his journey of creative self-discovery, content burnout, and what comedy truly means.We uncover:Why Abbas believes abusive comedy doesn’t work in PakistanThe ego trap of social media content creationWhy comedians in Pakistan aren’t connectedHow his wife pushed him into content creationSocials:TBT’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsTBT Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@tbtpodcastclipsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Abbas's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbassbukharii/Endeavor's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/endeavor-pakistanSpecial thanks to Daftarkhwan for providing us with the studio space.You can find out more about them at:Daftarkhwan: https://www.daftarkhwan.com/Credits:Executive Producer: Syed Muzamil Hasan ZaidiAssociate Producer: Saad ShehryarPublisher: Talha ShaikhEditor: Jawad Sajid
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CEO COLABS: Pakistan Can’t Build a SINGLE Global Business! | 455 | TBT
From 🇵🇰 Thought Behind Things, published at 2025-09-29 15:00
Find out more about Endeavor: https://pakistan.endeavor.orgIn this episode of Thought Behind Things, we’re joined by Omar Shah, the Co-Founder & CEO of COLABS, Pakistan’s leading coworking space platform with over $5M in funding.From his early days at Abraaj Capital to building a workspace empire in Pakistan, Omar breaks down the real challenges of scaling startups, building brand credibility, and attracting global investment in Pakistan’s high-risk economy.We uncover:Why most Pakistani startups fail to scaleThe truth behind WeWork’s collapseColabs’ expansion into the Middle EastThe business mindset gap between India & PakistanAnd the harsh truth: "Pakistan was overselling coworking"Socials:TBT’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsTBT Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@tbtpodcastclipsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Omar's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/osshah/Endeavor's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/endeavor-pakistanSpecial thanks to COLABS for providing us with the studio space.You can find out more about them at:COLABS: https://www.colabs.pkCredits:Executive Producer: Syed Muzamil Hasan ZaidiAssociate Producer: Saad ShehryarPublisher: Talha ShaikhEditor: Jawad Sajid
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Breaking into Pakistan’s 6 Billion Dollar Apparel Market Ft. Muneeb Zafar | 454 | TBT
From 🇵🇰 Thought Behind Things, published at 2025-09-26 15:05
Find out more about Endeavor: https://pakistan.endeavor.orgIn this episode of Thought Behind Things, we’re joined by Muneeb Zafar, founder of Fitted, one of Pakistan’s fastest-growing men’s fashion brands. From starting without retail stores to building a strong D2C presence through quality fabrics and bold aesthetics, Muneeb shares how he built a sustainable business in a cash-burning fashion industry.We dive into:The origin story behind FittedHow to build a brand without big capitalSourcing quality fabric locally in PakistanChallenges of retail vs onlineCAC, marketing strategy, and automationIf you’ve ever dreamed of starting your own brand, or are curious about the reality of building a fashion startup in Pakistan — this episode is for you.Socials:TBT’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsTBT Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@tbtpodcastclipsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Muneeb's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muneebzafar1Endeavor's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/endeavor-pakistanCredits:Executive Producer: Syed Muzamil Hasan ZaidiAssociate Producer: Saad ShehryarPublisher: Talha ShaikhEditor: Jawad Sajid
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Pakistan’s 10 Billion $ Agriculture Opportunity Ft. Jawwad & Salar | 453 | TBT
From 🇵🇰 Thought Behind Things, published at 2025-09-24 15:00
Find out more about Endeavor: https://pakistan.endeavor.orgIn this episode of Thought Behind Things, we’re joined by Jawwad Hasan, CEO & co-founder of Agrilift, and Salar Malik, Chief Innovation & Sustainability Officer at FFC. Together, they unpack how corporate partnerships are attempting to transform Pakistan’s outdated agriculture sector through farmer-friendly technology, data, and modern infrastructure.We dive into:Why Pakistan’s agriculture is so inefficientHow timely data insights are reshaping farming practicesThe Agrilift x FFC partnership modelWhat's next for this partnershipWhy agri startups often leave Pakistan to scale globallySocials:TBT’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsTBT Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@tbtpodcastclipsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Jawwad's LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/jawwad-hasanSalar's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/salar-malik/Endeavor's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/endeavor-pakistanCredits:Executive Producer: Syed Muzamil Hasan ZaidiAssociate Producer: Saad ShehryarPublisher: Talha ShaikhEditor: Jawad Sajid
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Pakistani Man Behind Evee’s Best Selling Electric Scooters Ft. Saad Farrukh | 452 | TBT
From 🇵🇰 Thought Behind Things, published at 2025-09-22 13:12
Find out more about Endeavor: https://pakistan.endeavor.orgIn this episode of Thought Behind Things, we're joined by Saad Farrukh, founder of EVEE, Pakistan’s fastest-growing electric scooter company. Coming from a conventional motorcycle spare parts business on McLeod Road, Saad transitioned into the EV space after years of importing parts from China and setting up local assembly.We dive into:The origin story of EVEEWhy Saad chose scooters over bikesComparing innovation in China vs PakistanGovernment policies, localization challenges, and B2B market potentialSocials:TBT’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsTBT Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@tbtpodcastclipsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Guest's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saad-farrukh-038b3a198/Endeavor's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/endeavor-pakistanDaftarKhwan: https://www.daftarkhwan.com/Credits:Executive Producer: Syed Muzamil Hasan ZaidiAssociate Producer: Saad ShehryarPublisher: Talha ShaikhEditor: Jawad Sajid
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500 Million $ GMV, 25 Million $ Revenue: The PostEx Story Ft. Omer Khan | 451 | TBT
From 🇵🇰 Thought Behind Things, published at 2025-09-19 15:07
Find out more about Endeavor: https://pakistan.endeavor.orgIn this episode of Thought Behind Things, we’re joined by Muhammad Omer Khan, Founder & CEO of PostEx, Pakistan’s largest e-commerce logistics & cashflow solutions provider — operating across Tier 1 to Tier 3 cities with over 11,000 employees and handling 3x more COD cash than any competitor.This episode answers:Why PostEx skipped the traditional franchise modelWhat goes into delivering to Pakistan’s most remote townsHow tech, data, and credit scoring drive modern logisticsWe also talk about team scale, investor interest, data monetization, and what it really takes to operate in low-trust, high-cash economies like Pakistan.Socials:TBT’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsTBT Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@tbtpodcastclipsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Guest's LinkedIn: pk.linkedin.com/in/muhammadomer56Endeavor's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/endeavor-pakistanDaftarKhwan: https://www.daftarkhwan.com/Credits:Executive Producer: Syed Muzamil Hasan ZaidiAssociate Producer: Saad ShehryarPublisher: Talha ShaikhEditor: Jawad Sajid
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Pakistan’s Largest Technology e-commerce Website: PriceOye Ft. Adnan Shaffi | 450 | TBT
From 🇵🇰 Thought Behind Things, published at 2025-09-17 15:00
Find out more about Endeavor: https://pakistan.endeavor.orgIn this episode of Thought Behind Things, we’re joined by Adnan Shaffi, Co-Founder of PriceOye — Pakistan’s leading online tech marketplace that's processing over 5% of the country's total mobile phone purchases.This episode answers:What makes Pakistan a high-risk, high-reward market for startupsHow to attract global VC interest in a volatile economyThe early hustle, exit, and reinvention of Adnan's personal journeyWe also discuss venture funding, consumer behavior, the stigma of buying online in Pakistan, and the massive opportunity still left to unlock.Socials:TBT’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsTBT Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@tbtpodcastclipsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Guest's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adnanshaffiEndeavor's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/endeavor-pakistanCredits:Executive Producer: Syed Muzamil Hasan ZaidiAssociate Producer: Saad ShehryarPublisher: Talha ShaikhEditor: Jawad Sajid
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Can Pakistani Startups Go Global? $200 Million Tech Empire Ft. Dr Saira Siddique | 449 | TBT
From 🇵🇰 Thought Behind Things, published at 2025-09-15 15:00
In this episode of Thought Behind Things, we’re joined by Dr. Saira Siddique, Founder & +CEO of medIQ Smart Healthcare, a digital health platform revolutionizing healthcare access in Pakistan. Before founding medIQ, Dr. Saira led several major health initiatives with the Government of Pakistan until a tragic road accident left her paralyzed from the neck down. But that wasn’t the end, it was the start of a bigger mission.This episode answers: How a life-threatening accident changed her mission Why she left government to build something bigger What medIQ actually does, and how it’s scaling globallyWe also explore the tension between staying small vs fundraising, the reality of equity dilution, and what it takes to build Pakistan’s first digital health startup Socials:TBT’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsTBT Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@tbtpodcastclipsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Guest's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-saira-siddique-62130b1ab/Endeavor: https://pakistan.endeavor.org/DaftarKhwan: https://www.daftarkhwan.com/
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Ride Sharing in Pakistan? Affordability, Safety, and Convenience | Ft. Miral Sharif | Ep 448
From 🇵🇰 Thought Behind Things, published at 2025-09-08 17:08
In this episode of Thought Behind Things, we’re joined by Miral Sharif, the Country Head of Yango Pakistan, who previously held leadership roles at Swvl, Daraz, and Zong. Miral shares her personal journey, the challenges of working in male-dominated industries, and the future of ride-sharing in Pakistan.This episode answers:What is Yango doing differently in Pakistan?Can we actually build a one-app-for-everything solution here?How does ride-sharing help everyday Pakistanis?Will we see delivery, logistics, and rides merge into one ecosystem?Make sure to watch till the end for a deep dive into the startup ecosystem and tech adoption in Pakistan.Socials:TBT’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Miral's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/miral-sharif-3b5976a2/
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An American University in Pakistan? A New Kind of Learning Model | Ft. Jahanzeb Burana | Ep 447
From 🇵🇰 Thought Behind Things, published at 2025-07-28 15:00
Joining us today is Jahanzeb Burana, Co-Founder and Vice Chairman of National Institute of Technology (NIT), Pakistan’s first American-affiliated university launching in 2025. With an MBA from Harvard and a decade of experience in public policy, investments, and education reform, Jahanzeb shares the vision behind building a globally competitive, student-centric university in Pakistan.In this episode, we dive deep into how traditional universities are failing students, why NIT is offering an entirely new model, and how they’ve partnered with Arizona State University to deliver a modern, globally aligned curriculum. We explore course quality, the 3+1 international transfer program, and how Pakistan can solve its talent redundancy crisis amidst global AI disruption.This episode answers:Why is Pakistan’s current university system outdated?How will NIT ensure job-ready graduates?What is the future of global education?Can we fix the skill gap in the Pakistani workforce?Watch till the end to hear about NIT’s collaboration with Arizona State University, student career pathways, and the future of education in Pakistan.Don’t forget to subscribe and press the bell icon to catch more future-facing conversations.Socials:TBT’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Jahanzeb's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jahanzebburana/
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HEC Chairman on Useless Degrees, Broken Curriculum & No Future for Pakistani Students | Ep 446
From 🇵🇰 Thought Behind Things, published at 2025-07-23 14:54
Joining us today is Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed, the current Chairman of the Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan, with decades of experience leading Pakistan’s education reform. Dr. Mukhtar offers an unfiltered view on the gaps in our current system and what needs to change.In this episode, we dive deep into why Pakistan’s degrees are becoming irrelevant, how outdated policies are killing innovation, and what steps HEC is taking to fix this broken system. We also explore future plans for AI, local internet infra, EdTech, and what a truly skilled youth could look like by 2050.This episode answers:Why are our degrees not helping us build careers?How does HEC plan to bridge the talent gap?What’s the future of higher education in Pakistan?Is EdTech the answer?Stay till the end to understand how Pakistan’s education system can evolve and what's holding it back.Don’t forget to subscribe and press the bell icon to catch more unfiltered conversations like this!#thoughtbehindthings #muzamilhasan #hecpakistan #pakistanieducation #degrees Socials:TBT’s Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT’s Official TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT’s Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Dr. Mukhtar's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-mukhtar-ahmed-046408247/
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Building a Streaming Platform in Pakistan: Competition with Netflix | Ft. Jonathan Mark | Ep 445
From 🇵🇰 Thought Behind Things, published at 2025-07-02 16:07
Joining us today is Jonathan Mark Tatti, the Co founder & CEO of Begin Watch, a new Pakistani OTT platform competing with global giants like Netflix and HBO. With over 20 years in the media industry, Jonathan played key roles at Zee TV, CNBC Pakistan, and SAMAA TV, launching some of the region’s most iconic content and channels.In this episode, we dive into the real story behind Pakistan’s streaming challenges, how Begin Watch was started, the legal and content roadblocks, and how the team plans to build a platform that can rival global players. We also explore sports distribution, E-sports, content licensing, and what it really takes to build a media business in Pakistan today.This episode answers:Why build a streaming platform in Pakistan?How does Begin compete with Netflix, HBO & others?What’s the biggest challenge in acquiring content rights?Can subscription-based platforms survive here?What does Pakistan’s future look like?Stay till the end to hear about Shark Tank Pakistan, Pakistan Idol, and Jonathan’s vision for Pakistan in 2050.Socials:TBT’s Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT’s Official TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT’s Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Jonathan’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-mark-t/
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Finding Talent in Pakistan: Strengths, Gaps & Future Vision | Ivana Bejamic | Ep 444
From 🇵🇰 Thought Behind Things, published at 2025-06-25 15:10
Joining us today is Ivana Bajamic, Chief People & Corporate Reputation Officer at National Foods Limited (NFL). She has a global background across adidas, Chalhoub, and BRF, and brings over a decade of experience in talent strategy, organizational culture, and people transformation.In this episode, we explore Pakistan’s talent pool, what’s working, where the gaps are, and how global standards can be adapted locally. Ivana shares her honest perspective on hiring in Pakistan, building accountability systems, the impact of AI on legacy companies, and why diversity and culture are no longer soft topics. This episode answers:What are the real strengths in Pakistan’s talent pool?Why do companies struggle with accountability?How can legacy companies adapt to AI?What’s needed to prepare agencies for global work?Where does Ivana see Pakistan in 2050?Watch till the end for book recommendations from Ivana.Socials:TBT’s Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT’s Official TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT’s Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Ivana’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivana-bajamic-2781579/
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Punjab Budget 2025: Female Education, Water Crisis & Digitization | Ft Marriyum Aurangzeb | Ep 443
From 🇵🇰 Thought Behind Things, published at 2025-06-23 02:44
Joining us today is Marriyum Aurangzeb, Senior Minister in the Government of Punjab and a leader in PMLN, also an associate of Maryam Nawaz. She has a background in economics and environment from King’s College London, and has held major portfolios including Information, Planning & Development, Climate Change, and Education.In this episode, we unpack the Punjab Budget 2025, what it really means for the average Pakistani, and how the government plans to fix key issues like female education, public transport, water distribution, digitization, and more. This episode answers: What are the focus areas in Budget 2025? How is PMLN approaching reform this time? Is Maryam Nawaz focused on education? What is being done for water and smog? Can digital governance actually work in Pakistan?Watch till the end for a glimpse into what Pakistan might look like by 2050.Socials:TBT’s Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT’s Official TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT’s Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Marriyum's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marriyum/Marriyum's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marriyum_aurangzeb/
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Complete Stock Market Masterclass 2025 | Ft. Abdul Rehman Najam | Ep 442
From 🇵🇰 Thought Behind Things, published at 2025-06-20 03:11
Joining us today is Abdul Rehman Najam, a value investor and the Founder & CEO of ARN Financial Advisors, where he helps individuals and businesses navigate financial markets. He has a background in Economics from the University of Warwick and deep expertise in wealth management.In this episode, we dive into why most Pakistanis don’t invest smartly, the myths around getting rich, and what real financial literacy looks like. We also explore the mindset of long-term investing, how to ignore noise in the market, and why emotions are the biggest enemy of smart financial decisions.This episode answers:Why do most people never build wealth despite earning well?How can young Pakistanis start investing the right way?What are the most common investing mistakes?Why is long-term thinking rare in Pakistan?How can financial advisors actually add value?Watch till the end to understand more about Stock Market.Socials:TBT’s Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT’s Official TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT’s Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Abdul Rehman’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AbdulRehman0292/Abdul Rehman’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/abdulrehmannajam
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Why Pakistanis Think Small, Language Barriers, Building Global Businesses | Ft. Qumber Hussain
From 🇵🇰 Thought Behind Things, published at 2025-06-11 15:07
Joining us today is Qumber Hussain, the Founder and CEO of Virtue Xolutions, a growing tech company he has built over the past 10 years. Under his leadership, Virtue Xolutions has expanded from a startup idea into a trusted business working with clients across industries.In this episode, we explore why many Pakistanis think small, how language barriers hold people back, and what it really takes to build global businesses. We also talk about the power of networking, how to structure a business for global clients, and why AI will reshape marketing and communication in the years ahead.This episode answers:• Why do so many Pakistanis struggle to dream big?• How does poor English block opportunities?• What stops Pakistanis from building global businesses?• What do international clients expect that most don’t deliver?• How is AI already changing the marketing game?Watch till the end to understand more about Pakistan’s Future.Socials:TBT’s Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthingsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasanMuzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasanQumber's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/qumber-hussain-991b457b/
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BYD to massively disrupt Pakistani cars industry? | Ft. Danish Khaliq | Ep 440
From 🇵🇰 Thought Behind Things, published at 2025-06-02 15:17
Joining us today is Danish Khaliq, a key figure behind HUBCO’s entry into Pakistan’s EV ecosystem, and a former Canadian government policy expert.In this episode, we discuss the true economics of electric vehicles in Pakistan, HUBCO’s partnership with BYD, and why EVs are the future. We explore the broader impact on fuel imports, air quality, and government policy, while breaking down whether Pakistan can localize EVs or even become an exporter in the future.This episode answers:• Are EVs really 3x cheaper than fuel cars?• How much can Pakistan save in fuel import bills?• Is BYD the Tesla of Asia?• Can we build EV infrastructure fast enough?• Will EVs impact Pakistan’s AQI & urban health?Watch till the end to understand more about Pakistan’s EV future.Socials:TBT’s Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings Muzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasanDanish's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danish-khaliq
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Govt Taxes Destroying Pakistan’s Automotive Industry | Ft. Ali Asghar Jamali | Ep 439
From 🇵🇰 Thought Behind Things, published at 2025-05-23 15:06
Join Kamyabi Network: https://kamyabinetwork.comJoining us today is Ali Asghar Jamali, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Indus Motor Company Limited (IMC), the official assembler and distributor of Toyota vehicles in Pakistan. Jamali breaks down Toyota’s localization, the flaws in Pakistan’s automotive policy & what’s really going on in Pakistan’s auto industry. This video answers the following questions: What really went wrong in Pakistan’s auto sectorIs the used car market killing local auto manufacturing?The tax burden on the Auto SectorWhether electric vehicles are actually viable hereAre local cars lower in quality than imports?Can Pakistan ever manufacture and export its own cars?Watch till the end to hear Jamali’s vision for Pakistan’s automotive future in 2050.Socials:TBT’s Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings Muzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan Ali's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ali-a-jamali-4004ba69/
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Pakistanis Are Missing CRAZY opportunities in Australia | Ft. Shahyan Shabbir | Ep 438
From 🇵🇰 Thought Behind Things, published at 2025-05-14 15:00
Join Kamyabi Network: https://kamyabinetwork.com/Guest Introduction: Joining us today is Shayan Shabir, the Founder and CEO of Strategic Pulse, a company helping businesses grow using AI, cybersecurity, and digital tools. Shayan has over 20 years of experience working across the UK, Australia, and South Asia.Before this, he was the CIO and CSO at Nova Systems, where he led a $35 million digital transformation and built a $7 million cybersecurity program. He has worked in defence, energy, and healthcare, and handled many real cyber attacks in his career.Shayan is certified in CISM, CRISC, and CDPSE, and is focused on helping businesses become faster, safer, and more future-ready.Do not forget to subscribe and press the bell icon to catch on to some amazing conversations coming your way!Socials:TBT’s Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings Muzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan Shahyan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shahyan-s-6994261a3/Podcast Links:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3z1cE7F Google Podcast: https://bit.ly/2S84VEd Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3cgIkf