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Aug 2023
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#37 Ali Abdaal -Productivity, Passion, a...

Sara Shabana
About this episode

This episode is anther special one, because just like the previous episode, it’s in collaboration with a brand thats very close to my heart which is Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF), a remarkable event that gathers world class speakers, host brilliant workshops, and brings together a well curated performers to spend a weekend full of growth and entertainment in the heart of Sharjah. 

Now for this interview, it’s short but mighty, and for sure an eye opener. 

My guest is someone you most probably heard about before, and most likely came across one of his videos on social media. He has an inspiring story of shifting his career from a medical doctor to a global content creator. 

I personally get intrigued with his deep questions, it makes you pause and think of the bigger picture and why you do what you. Not to say he has very interesting approach to productivity, which we will be talking about today. 

In this episode we discussed: 

  • The big questions every one should be asking themselves. 
  • Career shifting and the journey of content creation. 
  • A unique approach to productivity and maximizing one’s output. 
  • Favorite books that impacted him the most.

Check Ali Abdaal Youtube Channel.

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