UIF Community Podcast

Free advice from a high-profile Attorney

As-Salaam Alaikum & Happy New Year Friends! We are excited to launch the 11th episode of our UIF Community Podcast. In this episode we chat with a very successful attorney & community activist, Furqan Mohammed.  Our goal is to interview and learn from interesting community members who can add value to our lives.  Furqan definitely checks these boxes for us!  After covering Furqan's journey from a school teacher to a prominent attorney, we discuss how to protect assets & families with proper estate planning techniques. We then talk about some high-profile cases Furqan is working on, including the case of Sania Khan, a social media personality who was murdered in Chicago few years ago. 
 
However, we begin this episode sharing our thoughts on the 2025 Housing Market outlook and the challenges we see ahead.
 
Enjoy the episode and thank you for listening! 

21 Laws of Leadership

Have you ever wondered what separates great leaders from the rest? Why do some people naturally inspire trust, influence others effortlessly, and lead teams to extraordinary achievements? Well wonder no more... on this episode of our podcast, we review the book "21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership" a NY time bestseller from the famed author John Maxwell.
 
You too can become a very effective leader by applying some of the principles discussed in this book. However, before we dive into the book our hosts discuss their favorite travel destinations in light of Br. Aijaz's recent trip to the Far East. The discussion is quite humorous, engaging and interesting. Hopefully it inspires your own travel plans. Please enjoy the podcast and tell your friends about us.
 
With over 100,000 people having listened to our past podcasts we are excited about what we hope to deliver in the future.

Delivering Happiness

We are excited to launch our newest podcast episode based on one of our favorite books of all time, Delivering Happiness.  The book discusses how to build a successful business, provide world class service, and create a culture that is admired by customers and competitors alike.  The speakers share their personal experiences as they go through the book's main points and how UIF has incorporated many of the book's lessons to deliver happiness to our customers and gain success over time.
 
This book is also a personal life story of Tony Hsieh (founder of Zappos).  Tony combined his love for people and his passion for excellence by delivering this masterpiece to the world.  Delivering Happiness is a must read for everyone but please start by listening to our podcast.

The Future of Money

We are excited to announce the launch of our newest podcast episode, The Future of Money.  In this episode we discussed the main ideas from the highly acclaimed, best-selling book, The Future of Money by Cornell University Professor and finance Guru, Eswar Prasad. We also invited Ali Hassan, a crypto-currency Hedge Fund Manager to share his thoughts on this topic.  We covered a wide range of issues from the US dollar losing its world #1 reserve currency status to Government efforts to compete in the new fintech arena and how to best prepare for the monetary changes ahead. The speakers then dive into Bitcoin basics and why Ali Hassan feels that Bitcoin and blockchain technology is a game changer when it comes to modern finance.  Listen, learn and share this excellent podcast on the future of money... we promise that your money will thank you later. 🙂 

Good to Great

We are excited to launch our newest podcast episode based on one of the BEST books on Leadership and Business strategies. The book is Good to Great. This book hopes to answer one question... Why some companies make a leap from Good to Great while many others in the same industry don't? The principles and best ideas from this book are examined in this episode using practical examples and case studies.Whether you are an entrepreneur, manager or hope to be a future business leader, this book discussion will impact your life greatly.

Diaries of a Female Real Estate Investor

On this episode we speak to Farrah Ali, an author, business coach and highly successful Real Estate investor.  Her story will be an inspiration to all as she shares her life journey from a divorced mother of two kids (with $80,000 in debt), to now a successful investor owning over 50 properties in less than 10 years.Farrah shares some of her success tactics and wisdom on how she has built a mini real estate empire against all odds.  Whether you are considering buying your first property or a starting a career in real estate investing, this podcast is a "must-listen" for you! Please enjoy and share… we will appreciate your support greatly.

Richer, Wiser, Happier

On this episode we review the New York Times best-selling book "Richer, Wiser, Happier. How the world's greatest investors win in markets and in life." Join our hosts as they discuss not only investing and success strategies from this book, but also life experiences that can bring you joy and fulfillment. At the end of the day, we all want to be Richer, Wiser and Happier... why not start today by listening and implementing some of the ideas discussed. 

Atomic Habits

In episode 4 of the UIF Community Podcast, we discuss the NY Times Best Selling Book Atomic Habits.  Please listen and share as this podcast could impact your life in a very meaningful way if some of its ideas & wisdom can be implemented soon.  The hosts discuss why good or harmful habits play a significant role in shaping the trajectory of our lives. 
 
Practical tips are shared that can make you a high performer both in your personal and business life. Whether it is for self-improvement, improving relationships or making a positive impact on our community, the insights from "Atomic Habits" are invaluable.

Lululemon - Business Case Study

In Episode 3 of the UIF Community Podcast, we conduct a comprehensive analysis of Lululemon Athletica.  We discuss the humble beginnings of Lululemon as a women's yoga pants retailer to a global lifestyle brand today! Studying successful businesses helps us become better entrepreneurs ourselves. By analyzing Lululemon’s business strategy, we gain valuable insight into what it takes to launch, grow and lead a business to success in a competitive retail market. 
 
Additionally, we also discuss the recent National Association of Realtors (NAR) class action lawsuit.  This groundbreaking settlement (soon to be finalized), will change the real estate industry landscape going forward.  The discussion will educate you on the key points of the settlement, upcoming changes in Realtor commissions and why you should expect to pay less to buy or sell a home in the future. 
 
Join us for a thought-provoking episode filled with expert analysis, industry insights, and actionable takeaways.

The Psychology of Money

In this insightful episode of the UIF Community Podcast, we first discuss the impact of the recent FTC ruling banning Employee Non-Compete agreements. 
We then dive into Morgan Housel's acclaimed book, The Psychology of Money. Join us as we unravel the nuances of financial success, exploring the critical differences between the skillset required to make money versus the discipline needed to keep it. We also discuss the delicate balance between luck and risk, and how understanding both can profoundly impact your financial decisions.
Tune in for a deep dive into the psychology of investing and practical tips to grow your wealth over time.