EP03 - The Spirituality of Business
Tijarah Academy Podcast - EP03
In this episode of the Tijarah Academy Podcast, Hanif and Mufti Abraar are joined by Muslim entrepreneur Omar DaCosta-Shahid to explore the intersection of business, faith, and social impact.
Omar shares his journey from journalism to founding multiple successful ventures, offering unique insights into the challenges and rewards of building businesses grounded in Islamic principles and spirituality. Together, they delve into topics such as:
➡️ The vital connection between spirituality and business
➡️ The ethical distinction between halal and tayyib businesses
➡️ How profit and purpose can coexist in entrepreneurial ventures
➡️ Practical advice for Muslim entrepreneurs navigating modern challenges
➡️ Marketing, sales, and transparency through an Islamic lens
Their reflections will inspire aspiring and established entrepreneurs alike to revisit the purpose of business and its potential to contribute positively to society while bringing the business owner closer to Allah.
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ABOUT OUR GUEST
Omar DaCosta-Shahid has built multiple businesses from scratch, including two marketing agencies which have done 7 figures in revenue; he's a Partner at the digital publication Mvslim and co-founded an interest-free real estate venture for Muslims who are passionate about investment.
He is also a Forbes 30 under 30, selected as one of the UK’s top 10 most Influential Muslims in Media and has worked with and advised over 200 brands, both Muslim brands and billion-dollar mainstream companies.
Omar previously wrote for the Guardian, Times, Independent, New Statesman and various other publications and has been interviewed on Sky News and the BBC about Islam.
Follow Omar on LinkedIn, subscribe to his newsletter, and check out his passion project: The Spirituality of Business.