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Omar Hamdi | Moving His Business to Dubai, Why Businesses FAIL and Pursuing Entrepreneurship

Jan 8, 2024
Omar Hamdi, famous stand-up comedian and BBC presenter turned PR CEO, discusses his journey to entrepreneurship, moving his business to Dubai, the power of artificial scarcity in business, transitioning from Apple to Samsung, rethinking business advertising and lead generation, and finding meaning and spirituality in business.
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Quick takeaways

  • Establishing a media presence is crucial for businesses to prove their existence and success, challenging the misconception of drastic sacrifices for entrepreneurship.
  • Understanding the media industry and its unwritten rules is essential for businesses to navigate and gain visibility, advising Muslims to pursue their desired career paths despite challenges.

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The importance of media for businesses and entrepreneurship

The speaker emphasizes the significance of media in society and for businesses to establish their existence. They challenge the misconception that entrepreneurship requires drastic sacrifices and highlight the cyclical nature of success. The speaker cites the example of Blackberry's failure and Apple's dominance, suggesting that even Apple may face similar challenges in the future.

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