The Finjan Show
Your host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami explains how to network effectively in the digital age by focusing on building genuine relationships rather than selling. He offers practical tips like researching contacts beforehand, maintaining a professional online presence, engaging thoughtfully on social media, respecting introduction etiquette, and consistently following up to nurture connections. The episode highlights that intentional digital networking builds trust and lasting business opportunities.
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Host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, interviews Jamie Meyer, founder of Nine Carat Business Consulting, as she shares how she moved from corporate management in Australia to international consulting after realizing her passion for unlocking potential in multiple organizations. She highlights the ups and downs of entrepreneurship—navigating uncertainty, embracing personal growth, and gaining her first global clients through persistence—advising others to focus on resilience and never wait for the “perfect” moment to act. To contact Jamie: To apply as a guest on The Finjan Show:
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Your host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami explains how businesses can begin digitalizing by focusing on four basic steps: setting up a professional email address, launching a simple website, building a social media presence, and maintaining consistent communication with customers. He emphasizes that digitalization doesn’t need to be complicated or expensive—starting with these foundational elements quickly builds trust and credibility, allowing businesses to grow their digital footprint over time in manageable, strategic steps.
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Host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, interviews Karwan Qadir, a Kurdish entrepreneur, who describes leaving his comfort zone to independently launch a furniture business as a student, despite his family’s financial stability. Rejecting family support, he overcame skepticism, grew the business internationally, and highlights that real experience, persistence, and embracing discomfort are key to entrepreneurial success. Throughout, Karwan’s approach to business aligns with core entrepreneurial principles: embrace discomfort, adapt to changing circumstances, and let purpose—not...
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Your host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami explains the “777 Marketing” strategy—a highly practical framework for business development and customer engagement. The approach is designed to help businesses plan intentional, multi-touch campaigns tailored to their industry’s natural sales cycle, ensuring outreach never becomes pushy or overly sales-focused. Alami’s detailed step-by-step walkthrough illustrates how, with consistent and thoughtful interaction, entrepreneurs can foster trust, optimize the timing for each touch, and increase the likelihood of conversion—while keeping the...
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Host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, welcomes Dr. Linda Lausell Bryant, Clinical Associate Professor and Director of the Doctorate in Social Work program at NYU, as she shares her journey creating the Institute for Adaptive Leadership and Human Services. Dr. Lausell Bryant emphasizes that impactful entrepreneurial efforts sometimes require careful, incremental groundwork and ecosystem support before making public announcements. Also discussing the challenges she faced, particularly institutional changes and leadership transitions that threatened the continuity of her work. Drawing on her...
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Your host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami explores the essential role of coaching in the entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing that coaching, mentoring, advising, and consulting are all valuable but distinct tools for business owners at different stages. Alami highlights that effective coaching involves listening, asking insightful questions, and encouraging entrepreneurs to reflect, rather than simply providing answers.
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Host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, welcomes Justin Breen, Founder and CEO of BrEpic Communications. Breen's business model focuses on addressing problems he personally experienced, such as the frustration with traditional PR firms, and now he exclusively works with top-tier visionaries willing to invest in high-level results. He illustrates how his participation in increasingly exclusive and expensive mastermind groups elevated the caliber of peers he engages with, shifting his environment from scarcity to abundance. For Breen, daily mindset work is crucial, as it attracts valuable networks...
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Your host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami dives into the concept of Small Business Centers—what they are, why they matter, and how to build one in your own community. Whether you're a government agency, nonprofit organization, or a mission-driven entrepreneur, Ferris shares real-world insights from setting up centers across the globe, including lessons learned, common pitfalls, and key components for success.
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Host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, welcomes Lawrence Jackson, financial strategist and founder of Emerging Enterprise Group, for a conversation about entrepreneurship, resilience, and purpose. Lawrence shares his journey from being laid off by banks to building a thriving consulting and training business that supports entrepreneurs and small business owners across Detroit. From running training programs with organizations like ProsperUs Detroit, TechTown, and the Great Lakes Women’s Business Council, to launching a music album after years of dedication, Lawrence opens up about the highs...
info_outlineYour host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami explores the essential role of coaching in the entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing that coaching, mentoring, advising, and consulting are all valuable but distinct tools for business owners at different stages. Alami highlights that effective coaching involves listening, asking insightful questions, and encouraging entrepreneurs to reflect, rather than simply providing answers.