How I Built This with Guy Raz Minted: Mariam Naficy (2018)
Dec 9, 2019
Mariam Naficy, the visionary founder of Minted and former creator of Eve.com, shares her inspiring entrepreneurial journey. She reveals the challenges she faced while launching Minted as a unique crowdsourcing platform for artists, revolutionizing the stationery industry. Mariam discusses her immigrant background, the role of luck and skill in her success, and the emotional complexities of entrepreneurship. Plus, they touch on the eco-entrepreneurship revolution with the introduction of BatBnB, combining innovative design and environmental advocacy.
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Early Life and Immigration
- Mariam Naficy's family fled Iran due to political instability, facing challenges as refugees in the U.S.
- She focused on integrating into American culture, despite feeling like an outsider.
Work Ethic
- Pursue experiences that build a strong work ethic, even if they're not enjoyable.
- Naficy's time in investment banking, though grueling, provided invaluable training.
The Fast Track
- While applying to Stanford, Naficy published "The Fast Track", a guide to jobs in finance.
- The book's advance paid for her business school tuition and proved her entrepreneurial drive.
