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Sep 2024
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Episode 369: Mansoor Danish

FAISAL & SAM
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In this episode of Freshly Grounded, Faisal sits down with Mansoor Danish, a key figure at the International Open University (IOU).

Mansoor shares his insights on negotiation, body language, and psychology in both business and everyday life. He breaks down the art of negotiation, drawing parallels between business dealings and personal situations, and offers practical tips on mastering body language and nonverbal communication.

Mansoor also gives a behind-the-scenes look into his role at IOU, where students from over 200 countries come to learn Islamicized degrees, offering a unique blend of secular and Islamic education.

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