In this episode, Omar Usman discusses the importance of having an Akhirah mindset in personal and professional development. He explores the impact of intention, purpose, and passion in goal-setting and achievement, emphasizing the significance of accountability and the Akhirah perspective in daily actions.
Timestamps:
01:27 The Intersection of Personal Development, Leadership, and Islamic Mindset
03:40 The Dunya and Akhirah Paradigm
09:44 Prophetic Leadership vs. Mainstream Leadership
17:06 Passion vs. Purpose: A New Perspective
21:00 The Problem with Grandiosity
31:53 Life Hacks and Book Recommendations
About Omar Usman:
Omar Usman is a corporate professional, certified project manager, and leadership trainer. He is a founding member of Qalam Institute and has served in different leadership capacities with numerous local and national Islamic organizations. He is a khateeb in his local community and teaches regularly around the country on the topics of leadership, social media, and conducts public speaking training. He is also the author of the book Fiqh of Social Media.
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Resources Mentioned:
- Fiqh of Social Media by Omar Usman
- 4,000 Weeks by Oliver Berkman:
- Atomic Habits by James Clear
- Qalam Institute
- Streaks App
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🏖️ This episode is sponsored by Sisters Explore, a company I founded to offer guided small-group travel for Muslim women to connect, explore, and enjoy faith-centered journeys. Learn more at http://www.sisters-explore.com
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