Fail Forward with Adnan & Dan

Join us in this week's episode as we talk to Dhiren Harchandani, a transformational coach and expert in simplifying complex ideas. Through his own challenging life experiences, Dhiren discovered the power of the mind and shares simple tactics anyone can use to transform their lives. He's now a beacon of light coaching leaders to achieve their goals and become their best selves. Learn from Dhiren's wisdom and inspiring journey on how to overcome adversity and create the life you desire.

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In this episode of Fail Forward, we speak with Andrew Ferguson, a talented entrepreneur and expert in optimizing the customer journey. Andrew shares how he's been able to minimize major failures by quickly iterating on feedback. He also talks about his own insecurities and challenges, and how he's overcome them. Join us as we learn from Andrew's insights on how to embrace failure and turn it into a stepping stone towards success.

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Join us for this inspiring episode of our podcast, where we sit down with Omar Al Majali, the host of OneDayPod, a popular podcast in the Middle East region. In this episode, Omar shares his journey of leaving a corporate job to pursue his true passions in media. With experience in building technology and smart city projects in Dubai and Jordan, Omar brings a unique perspective to the world of podcasting, acting, filmmaking, and media in general. We'll explore his philosophy, habits, and daily challenges in making his dreams a reality, and learn how he stays motivated and on track. Plus, we ask him our signature question: "What do you secretly enjoy?" Don't miss out on Omar's funny and unexpected answer at the end of the episode!

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Join us in this episode as we sit down with Sabine Kuhn, co-founder of Talent & Truth, a social media & podcasting consultancy that focuses on supporting business leaders. Sabine shares her inspiring journey from the hospitality and marketing industry to starting her own successful business, and how she has learned to embrace failure by setting an "allowance" for it.

But what sets Talent & Truth apart is Sabine's unique approach to selecting the right clients to build and grow alongside. Sabine believes that this strategy creates a small, yet high-quality pool of executive leaders whose brands are managed by Talent & Truth. In this episode, we delve into Sabine's business philosophy and gain valuable insights into how to build a successful consultancy and manage executive brands.

Tune in to learn from Sabine's experiences and discover how you can apply these principles to your own business. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business leader, this episode is packed with valuable lessons and practical advice.

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In this episode, we are joined by the Steve Savides & Mia Eisenstadt, the team behind Fatherli, an app that provides a supportive community for fathers worldwide. We'll learn about their journey and the inspiration behind Fatherli, and how they're changing the conversation around fatherhood.

This episode, we have a  surprise for our guests. We introduce a game that allows our guests to open up about their deeper thoughts and emotions. By answering a series of thought-provoking questions, we hope to get to know them on a more personal level and uncover insights that they might not have shared before.

So sit back, relax, and join us for an insightful conversation with the Fatherli founders, as we explore the world of fatherhood and play a game to learn more about these inspiring individuals.

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Today Adnan and Dan catch up on their recent adventures and discuss the future of the show. In this episode, they share the reasons why the podcast hasn't been consistent lately, including their vacations and spending time with family and friends. Adnan talks about his experience running a marathon, while Dan shares his exciting move to Bangkok.

The duo takes a moment to reflect on their favorite episodes from the past six months, reminiscing on some of the most memorable moments and insightful conversations they've had with guests. They also discuss their plans to evolve and innovate the podcast format for 2023, exploring new ideas to keep the content fresh and engaging for listeners.

Join Adnan and Dan as they catch up on life and discuss the exciting future of the show, with plenty of laughs and personal anecdotes along the way. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer to the podcast, this episode is not to be missed!

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In this episode, we sit down with Milena Regos, marketing guru and founder of UnHustle, a movement aimed at promoting a sustainable and fulfilling lifestyle that encourages living in the moment and finding fulfillment in your craft. Milena shares her own story of burnout, disconnection, and rediscovery, and discusses the dangers of hustle culture and the fear of missing out in our society today. Join us as we explore the future of UnHustle and the positive impact it is having on people's lives.

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Raj Kotecha and Vik Morjaria are the marketing and branding gurus behind Creative Content Agency. Join us as we delve into their journey from humble beginnings as UK promoters to building, growing and selling multiple successful businesses. We explore their vision for the future, including their core focus on the four P's of marketing - Plan, Promote, Produce, Publish - and their mission to deliver this to the world. Tune in for invaluable insights and lessons learned from their experience working with icons and companies like Russell Peters and Gary Vaynerchuk.

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Join us in this inspiring episode featuring Marcus Smith, founder of Inner Fight Fitness and Smith Street Paleo. As we explore the journey that led him to become one of the most well-known CrossFit gyms in the Middle East, we also get to see the softer side of a person that struggled with loneliness at many times in his life. Marcus shares his experiences of running 30 marathons in 30 days and the good and bad of rugby culture. He emphasizes the importance of saying 'No" to experiences, people, and certain lifestyles to live a deliberate life that allows him to achieve all his goals.

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In this episode of our podcast, we sit down with Rickey Gates, a world-renowned trail and road runner who has conquered some of the most challenging races in the world. His first conquest was the Imogene Pass Run, and since then he has competed in numerous long-distance races across the globe. He also completed his own personal project, the "Every Single Street" project, where he ran every street in San Francisco. He also ran the entire landmass of the USA from West to East in his project "Transamericana". He now lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico with his wife Liz and 1-year-old Wilhelmina. Join us as we talk to Rickey about his training and racing experiences, visiting some of the most awe-inspiring places around the world, and the long-lasting friendships he has built along the way. Whether you're a runner or just someone who is interested in learning about a life lived in a very different way than the norm, this episode is not to be missed.


🔹Living, working & running in Antarctica
🔹 The European Ultra experience
🔹 Seeing Your Future Self
🔹 Running every single street in San Francisco
🔹 Living an unconventional life
🔹 How being a father and husband makes a better runner

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