Nagin Ansari is my partner at Backspace. In other words, the real reason why people work with us. In this conversation, Nagin opens up about the realities of the workplace and why building the culture at Backspace was our #1 priority, from the getgo. This has to be one of the most real conversations I've had on the podcast and I hope you think so too.

Anushe has had a far and wide career in the corporate world of Pakistan, all while resisting the urge to pursue her passion for writing. Close to two years ago, her life came full circle after leaving her corporate job and kick-starting "Speak Up".

Now Anushe has taken her confidence building platform for students and collaborated with the founders of Jump Chinese to create the Facebook group, "After After School".

Listen on to learn about how like many entreprenuers and educationists, Anushe adapted to the challenges brought forth as a result of the global pandemic.

Find Speak Up on https://www.facebook.com/speakupkhi/

This Monologue came up as a result of the current state of affairs, coupled with lots of Instagram recommendations. I thought I'd share some ideas which have helped me deal with things slightly better. I'm no expert, but here's what I have to recommend.

5:55 - Tip1: build a routine

8:24 - Tip2: start journaling

10:47 - Tip3: read, learn, explore

12:38 - Tip4: call a friend

13:48 - Tip5: reduce screen time

Check out the podcast I did with Humarii Chaii: https://youtu.be/HeQ4np9Hhk0

In this episode, I dive into memories from my past by hearing stories of Ahads past in middle in and highschool. Ahad is an aspiring filmmaker with a solid head on his shoulders. Let me know what you think of this episode below!

Amina's one of my closest friends who I constantly get learn from. What we talk about in this episode I feel is pretty important today. We're going through some tough times, which means we need to be there for one another and also for ourselves. Have a watch and let me know what you think.

Follow Amina on

https://www.instagram.com/zoomkawali/

https://www.instagram.com/projectslowdown/

2020 has been off to an uneventful start and with more cases of COVID-19 showing up in Pakistan, coupled with fear from the financial markets, I had a thought. How can we pool our resources together, rather our ideas, to bring about a net positive impact to not just Pakistan but to the entire global situation?

Leave you thoughts below on innovation and impact.

DISCLAIMER: I am not an expert on health care, medicine, financial markets or anything of relevance.

In this episode I talk about two important lessons I re-learned a few years ago.

My third guest on Behind The Grind is a pioneer of the CrossFit scene, here in Pakistan and the FIRST Pakistani Male CrossFit Games Athlete at the 2019 CrossFit Games. He's the owner and founder of MatrixFit and CrossFit BNB - the first box in the Pakistan. The sport and fitness in general are very personal to me, especially since they helped me get out of a dark and lonely place when I needed it the most. My conversation with Bilal is one I won't forget and I hope you don't either.

Check on BT on his IG at https://www.instagram.com/bttariq_/

Bilal is someone who I met at the age of 19 and since then have been very close to. He's a mentor of mine doing great things in the education space for Pakistan. Listen on to learn about his life and some lessons he's learnt along the way.

Check out Bilal at:

https://chemistrywithbilal.com

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTgPevMIji1ZyP4IPhmwDsQ

https://www.instagram.com/bilalhameed/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW8YDKXS4cnBZQyGMJIs56Q