Empathy Always Wins with Ally Salama

My name is Ally Salama. I'm 25 & my purpose is to make empathy go viral. Today, I'm recognized as a global youth leader, Forbes 30 Under 30, WHO, UN & MIT Keynote Speaker & the Middle East & North Africa's Mental Health Ambassador. My journey to founding my startup, EMPWR, started in 2019, as a Mental Health Magazine, winning Harvard's Top 7 Most Impactful Social Initiatives and earning recognition from the WHO. The rest is history.This podcast aims to share my weekly journey & lessons on Self-Care, Youth Leadership & Entrepreneurship. New episodes every Tuesday. Please rate & review the podcast if you enjoy it! In life & in business Empathy Always Wins.

Episodes

#74. Building a Unicorn with Philip Johnston

January 3, 2023 • 27 mins

Philip is passionate about helping e-commerce entrepreneurs realize the full value of their brands. He is the co-founder and co-CEO of Opontia, the only digital-first consumer goods group in EEMEA. Opontia was one of the fastest companies in MENA to raise over 40 million dollars in under 9 months. The company was featured as #12 on the Forbes Top 50 Most Funded Startups list in 2021. Prior to founding Opontia, Philip worked for 2 y...

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#73. Disrupting Education and Leading the Way with Khalid Abou Kassem

December 20, 2022 • 24 mins

Khalid has a passion for breaking things and moving fast. He is an experienced entrepreneur reshaping the tutoring industry in the Middle East. Khalid founded AlGooru in 2018, after just graduating from his business bachelor’s degree, raising over 2 million dollars in seed investments to date and his startup was recently recognized as the “EduTech Business of the Year” during UAE’s regional SME Awards for 2022-2023. He is currently...

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#72. Unlocking AI Education in MENA with Christophe Zoghbi

December 13, 2022 • 25 mins

Christophe Zoghbi is an experienced software engineer and entrepreneur focused on building the Artificial Intelligence (AI) ecosystem and democratizing AI education in MENA. Chris founded Beirut AI in 2017 which grew to become the largest applied AI community in Lebanon, and enables participants to explore impacts of AI, explore employment opportunities, engage with others, and develop projects. To take things to the next level and...

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#71. A LAZE Lifestyle with Saadallah Sarkis

December 6, 2022 • 35 mins

Saadallah Sarkis is an entrepreneur and strategy consultant focused on building a people-centric venture and culture. His experience in Strategy& across clients in the MENA region, has enabled him with the needed skill-set to launch LAZE, a global rolling papers brand with a community invested in art, creativity, and entrepreneurship. In this episode, Saadallah discusses his story in launching the disruptive “People Beyond Pape...

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#70. The Secrets of Microdosing with Peggy Van de Plassche

November 29, 2022 • 27 mins

Peggy Van de Plassche is an author and international speaker focused on microdosing for mental health and personal transformation. In her memoir, “Paris, Mushrooms, and Me” as well as her speaking engagements, she shares her experience from being a banker and venture capitalist for 20 years in the financial services and technology industries, as an executive, investor, board member, and entrepreneur to becoming an author of narrati...

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#69. The Real Magic Behind Being Kind to Yourself with Jasmine Navarro

November 22, 2022 • 19 mins

Jasmine Navarro is an award-winning family & youth coach, the author of the creative confidence program, and the founder of Nava, a coaching company focused on helping teenagers and adults flourish. Jasmine is on a mission to teach the key tools and techniques that prepare teens and adults to manage the pressures of modern life. She considers her international career in education a great influence on her work today, and is wary...

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#68. Developing Social Intelligence with Omar Al Busaidy

November 15, 2022 • 28 mins

Omar Al Busaidy is a Fulbright Scholar, Best-Selling Author, Motivational Speaker, Entrepreneur, and the founder of Global Possibilities, the leading boutique agency for business and government leaders to access the UAE & GCC markets. Omar worked in both the public & private sectors in various industries like banking, media, tourism, and diplomacy. At only 21 years old, Omar was the first Emirati to work at the British Emba...

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#67. Deploying Empathy In Teams with Rafael Marimon

November 8, 2022 • 24 mins

Rafael Marimon, MegaLaunchers, has focused on making the world a better place. His Web3 experience delves into connecting with others through empathy and emotional intelligence. He talks about the impact his family had on him and the power of curiosity, as well as the ability to lead and guide others with empathy. Rafael discusses diversity and awareness of cultural diversity. His experience in the military allowed him to develop d...

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#66. Why Giving up 15Million Dollars was the best decision in his life with Kevin Shah

November 1, 2022 • 36 mins

Kevin Shah AKA, Captain Empathy, is focused on creating a world where people seek to understand one another by making empathy a daily habit. He believes empathy is the superpower we all can learn and become superheroes. His experience navigating toxic spaces in tech as a product leader and facilitating inclusive spaces workshops led him to create the world’s first and only Empathy Gym app and program called Jaago. He has led global...

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#65. From leading MAJOR brands in MENA to launching his own health-conscious brand with Safwan Al Turk

October 25, 2022 • 19 mins

Safwan is a husband, and a dad with a passion for living life to the fullest through family, volunteering, and fitness.Nearly 17 years of managing and developing FMCG and Technology businesses in the Middle East & North Africa region. With a broad skill set, he executed effective sales and marketing practices for Coca-Cola, Nestle, Nespresso, and Samsung.-About Ally SalamaForbes 30 Under 30: https://www.forbesmiddleeast.com/li...

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#64. The Story Behind Monetizing EMPWR

November 21, 2021 • 11 mins

The headline says it all...---About Ally Salama:

2021 Forbes 30 Under 30 ( Impact ): https://www.forbesmiddleeast.com/lists/30-under-30-2021/ally-salama/
Ally's Linkedin Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allysalama/

DM me with your thoughts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allysalama/For 1:1 Leadership/Entrepreneurship/ Personal Branding Consultations email me at allysalama@gmail.com---Website: https://www.allysalam...

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#63. “I Have Problems Setting Boundaries..” Learn These 7 Quick Tips ASAP

November 13, 2021 • 10 mins

In this episode, I highlight 7 ways you can set better boundaries and spend less energy people-pleasing. It's a critical skill to have. Hope this helps.---About Ally Salama:

2021 Forbes 30 Under 30 ( Impact ): https://www.forbesmiddleeast.com/lists/30-under-30-2021/ally-salama/
Ally's Linkedin Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allysalama/

DM me with your thoughts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allysalama/For 1:1 L...

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#62. 3 Dealbreaker Characteristics You Will Find in The Most Influential Youth Leaders

November 7, 2021 • 14 mins

In this episode I highlight 3 major characteristics you will find in the most youth influential leaders in the world. I can guarantee that by working on all 3 you will become an iconic individual with very little that can stand in your way. ---Books Mentioned:Start With Why - Simon SinekThe Power of Your Subconscious Mind - Joseph Murphey---Podcasts Mentioned:The Journal - ( publisher: Wall Street Journal )---About Ally Salam...

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#61. 5 Ways to Building Emotional Intelligence Which Will Help You Excel as a CEO

October 31, 2021 • 14 mins

For me, there's nothing quite more important than self-care. And it starts by recognizing the effects of burnout. I hope this episode helps. ---My 2021 Forbes 30 Under 30 Listing ( Impact ): https://www.forbesmiddleeast.com/lists/30-under-30-2021/ally-salama/My Linkedin Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allysalama/DM me with your thoughts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allysalama/For 1:1 Leadership/Branding Consultatio...

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#60. Can I Avoid Burnout In My 20’s? These 3 Tips Can Help.

October 22, 2021 • 14 mins

A recent report ( May, 2021 ) from Indeed found that employee burnout is on the rise: 52% of all workers are feeling burned out, up +9% from a pre-COVID survey. Employees of all ages and types are experiencing the impact of stress, fatigue, and mental health challenges.For me, there's nothing quite more important than self-care. And it starts by recognizing the effects of burnout. I hope this episode helps. --Watch it here on...

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#59. How I Made Forbes 30 Under 30 at 24 Years Old ( 4 Must-Do's )

October 15, 2021 • 15 mins

I still can't believe it. But here it is ( link below ). Beyond the fact that I had it written on my bathroom mirror since 2020, day in day out, to focus on achieving this MEGA Goal - visualization and all that good stuff... Well, it doesn't really really work without a solid plan of action. Listen to this episode to learn exactly what I've been doing over the past few years. My Linkedin is proof that this isn't just a strok...

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#58. How Can Art Enhance Our Social, Physical, and Mental Wellbeing with Richa Mehta

July 2, 2021 • 31 mins

In this episode, I chat with my friend who's in the final stages of being certified as an Art Therapist by the Vancouver Art Therapy Institute. We talk about the power of art and the perception of Art from one person to another. How can it be that Art may have the power to heal individuals from trauma and emotional wounds? Let's find out, exclusively on EMPWR's podcast, Empathy Always Wins!----Click To join the conversation join th...

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#57. How Honesty & Authenticity are Winning Characteristics in Business with Arabian Business Editor in Chief, Scott Armstrong

June 30, 2021 • 34 mins

Today, I speak with my colleague and friend, Scott Armstrong, the editor in chief of MENA's leading business magazine, ArabianBusiness.com.Scott brings more than 30 years of experience as a journalist, editor, and strategic communications consultant. He is convinced more than ever that quality content is king, both for the media and brands.----Click To join the conversation join the EMPWR Podcasting Network:🌍 On FB: https://www.fa...

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#56. The Incredible Co-Founder's Story of MALA ( Muslim American Leadership Alliance )

June 25, 2021 • 29 mins

Today I'm joined by my good friend, Flex.Ahmed Flex Omar is a network builder. From humble beginnings working at the West Side Health Authority building computer labs for under resourced communities, to his current role as co-founder, Deputy Director and Chief Experience Officer at the Muslim American Leadership Alliance (MALA), Flex is committed to leveraging technology to build networks in the nonprofit and social enterprise sect...

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#55. Microsoft Egypt’s Country General Manager Mirna Arif Emphasizes The Importance of Mental Health

June 4, 2021 • 28 mins

تبرز ميرنا عارف في هذه الحلقة من التعاطف طريق الفوز مع علي سلامة، أهمية التعاطف ودوره في بناء فريق عمل متكامل ومبني على الثقة والتوازن. كما أنّها تتحدث عن تجربتها في التعامل مع حياتها الشخصية والمهنية منذ بداية جائحة كورونا، وكيف أثر هذا الفيروس على منظورها الشخصي للحياة.

ميرنا عارف قوية الاندفاع والحماس ، تحمل من الخبرة 18 عاما، مع سجل حافل بالانجازات، قائدة مكينة ومتحدث بار...

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Empathy Always Wins with Ally Salama

Episodes

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.css-r6mb8g{margin:0;word-break:break-word;display:-webkit-box;-webkit-box-orient:vertical;box-orient:vertical;-webkit-line-clamp:1;overflow:hidden;}#73. Disrupting Education and Leading the Way with Khalid Abou Kassem

#72. Unlocking AI Education in MENA with Christophe Zoghbi

#71. A LAZE Lifestyle with Saadallah Sarkis

#70. The Secrets of Microdosing with Peggy Van de Plassche

#69. The Real Magic Behind Being Kind to Yourself with Jasmine Navarro

#68. Developing Social Intelligence with Omar Al Busaidy

#67. Deploying Empathy In Teams with Rafael Marimon

#66. Why Giving up 15Million Dollars was the best decision in his life with Kevin Shah

#65. From leading MAJOR brands in MENA to launching his own health-conscious brand with Safwan Al Turk

#64. The Story Behind Monetizing EMPWR

#63. “I Have Problems Setting Boundaries..” Learn These 7 Quick Tips ASAP

#62. 3 Dealbreaker Characteristics You Will Find in The Most Influential Youth Leaders

#61. 5 Ways to Building Emotional Intelligence Which Will Help You Excel as a CEO

#60. Can I Avoid Burnout In My 20’s? These 3 Tips Can Help.

#59. How I Made Forbes 30 Under 30 at 24 Years Old ( 4 Must-Do's )

#58. How Can Art Enhance Our Social, Physical, and Mental Wellbeing with Richa Mehta

#57. How Honesty & Authenticity are Winning Characteristics in Business with Arabian Business Editor in Chief, Scott Armstrong

#56. The Incredible Co-Founder's Story of MALA ( Muslim American Leadership Alliance )

#55. Microsoft Egypt’s Country General Manager Mirna Arif Emphasizes The Importance of Mental Health

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