Summary

Faris Aranki shares his experience of starting his own business during the COVID-19 pandemic and the challenges he faced. He emphasises the importance of understanding and adapting to the needs of others, whether it's in a classroom setting or a business environment. Faris also discusses his equation for success, which includes strategic IQ, emotional intelligence (EQ), and focus quotient (FQ). He shares stories of how he helped companies overcome challenges by applying EQ and focusing on effective communication. Faris provides tips for entrepreneurs, including leveraging existing relationships and warm introductions. 

Paul and Faris also discussed the challenges of closing sales in the B2B space, including long sales cycles and ghosting. They also talk about the importance of reframing rejection and the value of cultural experiences in shaping one's perspective. Faris shares his experiences teaching in different countries and the lessons he learned from living in El Salvador and Nepal. They also touch on the misconception that entrepreneurs need to work long hours and the importance of maintaining mental health. Faris shares a failure he experienced when he moved to Spain without fully understanding the language and how he overcame it. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the future of Sheogito and the origin of its name.

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