
Omar Waseem, the founder of Alif, a Venture Capitalist firm that supports Muslim businesses and startups. He shares his extraordinary journey from his first business at 12 years of age to becoming a prominent figure in the venture capital world and silicon valley by 21. Omar talks about building Alif, how to build a company, navigating the pitfalls of startup life, the importance of intentionality and ethics in business, and how Islam has been a guiding force in his entrepreneurial endeavors. Join us for an inspiring discussion on ambition, resilience, and the drive to create meaningful change for the Ummah.
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*Chapters:*
00:00 Intro
05:43 The Drive Behind Building Companies
13:11 A Turning Point: The Car Accident
24:01 Common Startup Mistakes
28:49 Building Alif
31:00 The Doctor Disease
41:59 The Power of Tech in Politics
45:34 The Work Ethic Needed
51:28 Dealing with Burnout
53:31 Guilty Pleasures & Hollywood Parties
58:32 Muslim Billionaire Role Models
01:00:09 Fun Questions
01:07:25 Final Thoughts