Quran Expert: Leaders Must Internalise The Quran | Ishaaq Qureshi - Muslim Money Talk Ep 29

This episode dives into the purpose of life through the lens of Islam, with Ishaaq reflecting on the beauty and practicality of applying the Quran in daily life. The discussion spans personal development, virality in content creation while maintaining Islamic values, and navigating the balance between deen and dunya. It concludes with impactful lessons from Islamic history, leaving listeners inspired to align their actions with their ultimate purpose.

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Show Notes:

00:00 – Introduction: The beauty of Islam and the Quran’s guidance.

02:30 – How internships and early experiences shaped Ishaaq’s growth.

05:12 – Pillars of growth and strategies for scaling an app like Nia.

09:12 – Organic vs. paid growth strategies in Islamic startups.

16:00 – Building a meaningful relationship with the Quran.

21:26 – Aligning deen and dunya: Practical advice for young Muslims.

27:27 – Choosing halal careers and maintaining sincerity in intentions.

36:34 – Ishaaq’s journey to becoming growth lead at Nia.

45:03 – Balancing gratitude, humility, and accountability.

49:48 – Formula for achieving virality while staying values-aligned.

59:36 – Quickfire questions: Favorite ayahs, advice for startups, and impactful hadiths.

1:07:29 – Reflection on the humility of Umar ibn Khattab (RA).

1:08:20 – Closing thoughts and gratitude for the conversation.