The Safi Bros Podcast

Professor Mohamad Abdalla (AM) has worked in the field of Islamic Studies for over 25 years, and played a leading role in establishing Islamic education in universities across Australia. Professor Abdalla has been involved in numerous high-profile academic conferences, and served on several academic, community & NGO boards. With his widely-respected reputation, Professor Abdalla has represented the Australian Muslim Community in the media on numerous occasions, and we could not be more proud to welcome him as a dear Brother of the Safis.

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Haysam Mohtadi is an undisputed leader in the Fire Protection Industry, with over 25 years of experience, starting off as an apprentice before founding his business, Rhino Fire Protection. Haysam's effort to advocate for the industry has made him immensely respected amongst his peers having received the National Fire Industry Association Lifetime Achievement Award in 2022. Haysam uses his influence to uplift and further push the industry forward. He has a strong commitment to honesty and integrity in not only his business, but all facets of life and is thus, a true brother to the Safis.

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Rami & Erkan are the two amazingly talented brothers who make up the Nasheed Duo, No Beats Necessary. The boys have found international success with their music, with thousands of monthly listeners & bangers such as “How Can You Deny” & “Why Won’t You Pray? ft. Muslim Bilal”. Rami & Erkan released their latest album “Reflections” in 2022 & they have even more in the works! These guys have had a profound impact on not only us, but the Muslim community and we are proud to call them brothers to the Safis.

A huge thank you to Rami & Erkan, you can find their music on Youtube & Spotify:

https://www.youtube.com/@nobeatsnecessary

https://tinyurl.com/NBNspotify

And if you’d like to support them, you reach out to them on their socials:

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Nabil Teffaha is a skilled hunter and tanner with a passion on sharing his experiences and the profound joy of hunting. Nabil runs his own business: Happy Hunting, where he operates hunting expeditions. We are honored for the opportunity to share Nabil's amazing story, he will always be a dear brother to the Safis.

A huge thank you to Nabil, please make sure to support Happy Hunting Adventures

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00:00:00 - Intro

00:01:00 - The crocodile hunter

00:03:46 - Migrating from Lebanon

00:06:36 - Straying from the right path and coming back

00:17:00 - Returning to Australia to work

00:20:03 - Striving for excellence

00:22:30 - Forging a career and getting married

00:26:14 - The blessings of marriage

00:28:52 - Discovering the freedom of hunting

00:32:07 - Asking god for a sign

00:37:00 - Starting back from square one with a new goal

00:40:21 - Becoming a tanner of hides

00:47:27 - Halal hunting

00:50:44 - Creating connections & 'Happy Hunting"

00:56:14 - Representing Islam through excellence & leadership

01:01:00 - Saving a wild giraffe

01:04:09 - The personal sacrifices

Yasser Zaki is the accomplished Global CEO of Tender Loving Care (TLC), a pioneering force in the disability support sector. Yasser's leadership is marked by collaborative strategies, ethical values, and a focus on enriching customer and employee experiences. With a history of executing bold initiatives and successfully managing complex ventures, Yasser's inspirational leadership extends beyond business, as he remains a dedicated supporter of nonprofit causes. His unwavering commitment to creating a positive impact solidifies his role as a valued brother to the Safis.

A huge thank you to Yasser, please make sure to follow him on all his socials to keep up with his amazing work:

https://instagram.com/yasser.zaki.9

https://www.linkedin.com/in/yasser-zaki-tlc

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00:00:00 - Intro

00:07:24 - Working in sales

00:11:07 - "Do what you love" & "Love what you do"

00:13:29 - "What is the core business of Dominos?"

00:16:40 - Coaching vs Mentoring

00:20:56 - Yasser's Purpose

00:23:49 - "Every seven years, you become redundant as a CEO"

00:25:56 - Moving on from sales & the next chapter

00:26:40 - Someone that changed Yasser's life

00:30:36 - The vision for Tender Loving Care

00:38:32 - Ask the top, and they will tell you

00:42:15 - The moment in the moment

00:45:00 - Using your business to help as many as possible

00:48:10 - Defining yourself with "I am _"

00:53:52 - "Please god don't let pride get to my heart"

00:57:40 - "Why do you like having chats with me?"

01:01:14 - What is your most notable achievement?

01:04:11 - Looking after your parents

Mohammed Haddara has been working in the construction industry for over two decades, currently the Director at Haddarco. Haddara has held a strong passion for construction since his childhood spent shadowing his father, pursuing this passion through a PSc in Engineering & an MA in Project Management. Haddara has spearheaded many stunning projects, most notably the Newport Mosque, the first truly contemporary Australian mosque, completed alongside award-winning architect Glenn Murcutt. Mohammed Haddara is a great man doing amazing work for the Muslim community and is a dear brother to the Safis.

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00:00:00 - Intro

00:06:09 - Education & lessons learnt

00:10:19 - Defining yourself with an "I am ___" statement

00:13:07 - Darkest moments

00:14:41 - Finding the drive

00:20:04 - Constructing the Newport Mosque with Glenn Murcutt

00:25:07 - Learning from his father

00:31:15 - Maintaining integrity & trust with your client

00:39:57 - Finding the equilibrium (win-win negotiating)

00:42:33 - Word-of-mouth in business

00:43:33 - Why the Safi Bros left the catering game

00:49:35 - Story - Rip Curl Pro Event

00:57:49 - Fighting self-doubt & maintaining faith

00:59:17 - Haddara's proudest moment

01:04:58 - Ahmed's Book & poetry writing

01:09:46 - The aim of Safi Bros & maintaining the right intentions

Eddie Fakhri is an incredibly positive person with an amazing story that we are proud to provide him a platform to share with our audience. Eddie spreads his positivity online through being a social media influencer, highlighting and uplifting local businesses, as well as working in real estate. Eddie is a much beloved brother to the Safis.

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00:00:00 - Intro

00:04:38 - One hour a day towards personal development

00:05:57 - The key to receiving & duaa

00:08:25 - Real Estate

00:11:14 - Meeting his wife

00:13:53 - Converting from Christianity to Islam

00:18:28 - Bringing Ahmed Deedat to Australia

00:20:04 - Eddie's battle with terminal cancer

00:23:36 - The women who supported Eddie

00:28:43 - Eddie's definition of success & social media influencing

00:37:13 - Social media trolls

00:43:09 - The reason we make this podcast

00:46:10 - Eddie's annual Iftar

00:47:34 - What's next for Eddie's business?

00:52:57 - Eddie's advice on entering the property market & Riba

00:57:04 - Cost of living & the inflation balancing act

01:00:02 - Loyalty & being trustworthy in business

01:04:37 - "What would you say with your younger self?"

Nazih Abbouchi is a successful Real Estate Director with over a decade of experience in commercial and residential real estate. Nazih has built an amazing career in real estate from the ground up, and we are proud to share every step of his incredible journey with our audience. Nazih is a long-time brother of the Safis.

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00:00 - Intro

01:08 - Ahmed showboating

02:15 - Growing up in the northern suburbs

07:15 - "At what age did you want more for yourself?"

09:00 - The lessons learnt from hospitality

13:01 - Getting into real estate

15:01 - Losing elections

17:47 - Cold calling businesses for a job

20:20 - Getting married

21:30 - Transitioning from commercial to residential real estate

23:51 - "Behind every great man is a greater woman"

25:17 - "The more kids I had, the more barakah I had"

26:10 - Starting over again & building business relations

27:17 - The sacrifices necessary to succeed

31:05 - Becoming a co-owner & entering into a partnership

35:32 - Walking away from $500,000 a year for happiness

39:49 - Giving back and providing a platform for the next generation

41:21 - The drive to succeed (Nazih's Black Lamborghini)

43:54 - Investing in yourself

48:35 - There is no instant gratification

Sheikh Belal Assaad is a community leader, internationally renowned speaker, celebrant & religious scholar. Sheikh Belal combines his religious education with his Biomedical Science background for a holistic approach to his thought-provoking discussions. He is an incredibly giving brother who has always given his time time to the muslim communities & is a dear brother to the Safis.

A huge thank you to Belal Assaad, please make sure to follow his content on all of his online platforms:

https://www.youtube.com/@belal.assaad

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https://www.tiktok.com/@belal.assaad

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00:00:00 Intro

00:01:33 Upbringing

00:04:14 Importance of maintaining cultural identity

00:06:12 Role models and influences

00:09:24 Staying true to one's values

00:11:19 Da'wah and emotional intelligence

00:15:21 Influence of friends and peer pressure

00:18:45 Overcoming bullying

00:27:44 How my Da'wah started

00:37:42 Importance of knowledge & seeking advice

00:39:55 Importance of reading the Quran & praying

00:43:58 Public speaking

00:46:37 Difficult times

00:52:28 Turning challenges into strengths

00:58:14 Having the right mindset

01:00:00 Da'wah through social media

Zena Yassine is a lawyer with over 22 years experience, 13 of those spent operating her own firm. Zena specializes in insurance litigation, fighting with a passion for helping those who most need it. Zena is a brilliant individual and a cherished sister to the Safis.

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00:00:00 - Intro

00:02:10 - Starting school

00:04:29 - "doctor, lawyer, engineer, or accountant"

00:09:00 - Getting into Biomedical research

00:14:56 - Grappling with changing careers & parental pressure

00:20:04 - Studying Law

00:28:13 - Being Muslim at a predominantly Anglo school

00:31:46 - The struggles with getting through law school

00:36:57 - First job in law

00:40:12 - Opening a law firm & the support received

00:43:27 - Reputation & Growth

00:47:35 - Using your platform to make a difference

00:50:06 - Insurance companies & discrimination

00:52:03 - "What would you do if you knew your client was guilty?"

00:53:53 - 13 years of experience running a firm

00:57:25 - Staying humble and grateful

01:01:31 - The worst case scenario starting a business in Australia

01:03:00 - Stopping to reflect on your life