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  • Welcome back to "Stress to Joy"! This week, we're thrilled to host Rasso Bartenschlager, the innovative General Manager of Al Masaood Power Division, all the way from Bavaria, Germany. Join us as we delve into destressing through innovation, sustainability, leadership, and the art of listening, both in and outside of work.
    Rasso gives his insights on Emiratization at Al Masaood, integrating local talent into the workforce for lasting impact. Finally, Arsalan and Rasso dive into the importance of two-way communication, staying active, and cultivating a fulfilling life beyond career pursuits.
    Tune in for an inspiring conversation on turning stress into joy through leadership and forward-thinking initiatives! Don't miss out—hit that subscribe button for more transformative insights.



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    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rasso-bartenschlager-17974a22/


    Time stamps:

    00:00 - Meet Rasso
    07:10 - Leadership and Cultural Insights
    11:42 - The Importance of Soft Skills in Leaders
    17:49 - De-stressing Techniques
    20:26 - De-stressing through Innovation
    23:53 - Rasso's Passion for Innovation
    29:31 - UAE's Innovative Environment
    38:19 - Mechatronics Concept
    43:33 - Emiratization
    51:11 - The Art of Listening
    01:03:58 - Innovation and Problem-Solving
    01:10:40 - Habits of Conscious Listening
    01:14:18 - Rasso's Life Outside of Career
    01:18:48 - Spiritual Aspect of Innovation
    01:22:34 - Closing Words

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  • This week, we’re joined by Meiraj Hussain, Head of Corporate Support at Al Masaood Group. We discuss the importance of following your intuition and how to pivot your life. Join us as we explore career changes, tips on marketing yourself properly to get the position you want, and the power of selfless leadership.

    Also, Meiraj opens up about fatherhood and conscious parenting of his 3 children.

    Lastly, Arsalan asked Meiraj to share his professional opinion on what makes an ideal leader and what their beliefs and values are.

    Find out all the answers and gain more insights into leadership, pivoting your life, conscious parenting, and more. Tune in now!



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    Timestamps:
    00:00 - Introduction
    04:13 - Meiraj’s journey to Dubai
    08:15 - Moving to a bigger city and switching careers
    10:55 - Finding passion and purpose in work
    13:41 - Normalizing switching careers
    16:55 - Attracting young Emiratis to work for the private sector
    20:04 - Advice for someone who wants to pivot and change
    22:17 - How to market yourself properly
    25:11 - Selfless leadership
    29:31 - Meiraj’s personal journey
    34:48 - Conscious parenting
    39:33 - Meiraj’s advice to fathers
    46:53 - Parenting a special needs child
    52:18 - Being an ultra-modern leader
    55:05 - Transitioning from a doer to a leader
    1:03:25 - Future plans for Meiraj
    1:08:20 - Spreading corporate values
    1:18:05 - What is an ideal leader
    1:21:36 - Closing words

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  • Welcome back to Stress to Joy! This week, we're joined by Rafid Azzawi, Group CFO at Al Masaood Group. We delve into leadership in big corporations, the value of humble leadership, and mentorship. In this episode, we highlight the topic of balancing fatherhood and career aspirations, where Rafid shares with us why he never accepted job offers that required extensive travel. Arsalan and Rafid also stress the importance of financial literacy in reducing anxiety and securing savings.

    You don’t want to miss this one, so stay tuned!

    #LeadershipInsights #Finance #CFO #FinancialLiteracy #PodcastEpisode #Fatherhood #CareerGrowth #PersonalDevelopment



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    Time Stamps:

    00:00- Introduction

    01:00- Rafid’s Background

    07:58- Joining The Corporate World

    10:56- Understanding Personal Boundaries

    16:13- How To Be A Humble Leader

    23:50- Rafid’s Athletics Background

    34:10- Transferring Ideas And Values Across Different Industries

    36:12- Common Sense As A Necessary Skill

    40:24- Borderless Careers

    44:03- Rafid’s Approach To Fatherhood

    54:42- Financial Literacy

    1:06:24- Circumnavigating Stress On An Organizational Level

    1:13:39- Moving Across Continents

    1:22:24- Rafid’s Advice To Young Leaders

    1:27:47- Closing Words

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  • Join host Arsalan and special guest Ahmed Salmeen, a successful chemical engineer and a Chief Executive Government Affairs at Al Masaood Group, as they delve into a discussion on transitioning from stress to joy in both personal and professional spheres.
    In their conversation, they cover the importance of relying on yourself and becoming independent, drawing from Ahmed’s inspiring journey. Ahmed urges young Emirati men and women to start their careers from scratch, thereby increasing Emirati representation in key roles and industries.
    Ahmed and Arsalan also explore privatization and career opportunities for young Emirati talents, stressing that preparing university graduates for reality should be a priority. Don't miss this episode full of valuable advice and lessons in resilience, empowerment, and seizing opportunities!

    #CareerGrowth #PersonalDevelopment #podcast #emirati #uae #stresstojoy

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  • Step into a world of transformation on the Stress to Joy podcast! Meet Richard Foulds, the dynamic CEO of Al Masaood Group Properties, as we uncover the secrets to effective leadership in the face of adversity. Discover how Richard navigates through tough challenges with a blend of empathy and determination, leading his team to remarkable success.

    But that's not all! Get ready for some unexpected insights as Richard shares his formula for achieving work-life balance and his passion for sports. Stay tuned as Richard and Arsalan discuss aging and why it's important to adapt to changes in our bodies and minds.

    Don't miss out on this riveting episode filled with wisdom and inspiration – join us now!

    #LeadershipInsights #Realestate #PodcastEpisode #LifeBalance #CareerGrowth #PersonalDevelopment



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  • Embark on an exciting journey with Arsalan Al Hashimi and Hani el Tannir, CEO of Al Masaood Group Industrial, in this captivating episode. Learn how Hani transformed his style from dictatorial to consensus-driven and what triggered this change. Explore his key to success—tapping into the insights of your team. Ever wondered how to bridge generational gaps in mentorship? Hani and Arsalan divulge secrets and offer profound advice.

    Join us as we unravel the challenges of leadership in a changing world, sticking to core principles and drawing inspiration from influential figures- find out who they are. Don't miss Hani’s tips for those about to step into super-senior positions! Tune in to this enlightening conversation on leadership evolution and timeless wisdom! 🎙️

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  • Ever wondered how someone from an entry-level position can ascend to become the CEO of Al Masaood Automobiles? Join the captivating conversation between CEO Irfan Tansel and Arsalan on Stress to Joy! Explore Irfan's incredible journey, from starting as a mechanic to steering a corporate giant, and delve into the secrets of top-level leadership, overcoming crises, balancing family life, and overpowering burnout. Ps You don't want to miss the gripping story of Project Falcon's triumph!

    Tune in to this masterclass in leadership and witness firsthand the evolution from stress to joy! 🔥🎙️ #LeadershipUnveiled #ExpatTrailblazer #NewEpisode #InspiringStories #burnout #expatstories #StressToJoy



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  • Ready to unlock the keys to an ultra-optimized life without sacrificing happiness and steering clear of burnout? Join Arsalan Al Hashimi, Chief Optimization Officer of Ascension Human Performance, in the exciting new season of the podcast "Stress To Joy."

    Learn from his journey in athletics, government, and corporate realms, as we explore how to mitigate chronic stress and avoid burnout. Join high performers sharing wisdom on up-leveling without losing pieces of themselves.

    Do you want to decode success stories and transform stress into joy? Subscribe now for a captivating journey! New episodes coming soon! 🌟


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  • In this episode of the stressed Joy podcast, we have Dr. Aisha Bin Bishr. She is the Director General of the Smart Dubai Office, the government entity entrusted with Dubai’s city-wide smart transformation by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.

    In this conversation, she shares her experience as she started her career in the government of Abu Dhabi as a young ambitious Emirati Women, and how through years of breaking the mould and shattering stereotypes, she'a worked her way up to the top tier in leadership in the country.

    Enjoy the conversation as we dive deep into subjects of mindful leadership, growth vs comfort zone, boundaries at work, corporate pressure, and asking the key question “Who am I?” as we continue to move through life.

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  • The journey of Mohamed Saad is filled with midcourse corrections, ups and downs and near death experiences, and he shares it all here on this episode of the Stress to Joy podcast with Arsalan.

    From having his Mr. Olympia dreams being crushed because of a life altering brain hemorrhage, to the struggle of upholding a family with all the responsibilities of a man, this conversation will give you goosebumps and several life lessons to note down for life.

    Timestamps

    0:00 Intro

    2:25 The Covid Lockdown

    11:38 Does more money mean more happiness?

    13:15 Saad pursuing his passion for fitness

    15:34 Saad’s brain hemorrhage

    27:15 The most important thing in life is health

    44:13 Saad on finding his true purpose

    1:02:40 Saad’s training principals

    1:23:26 Ups and downs in life

    1:34:30 Saad’s time in the army

    1:45:19 Life before and after Gasco

    1:49:00 Family, Marriage and Relationships



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  • Carol Glynn (@consciousfinancecoaching) is my finance coach and a dear friend of mine that encourages me to think big, think better, and think abundantly when it comes to my personal finance.

    In our podcast, she shares the story of how she found herself at the upper echelons of the financial industry as a top 10% earner, only to find herself losing herself to self doubt and a lack of purpose in her life.

    Now, using the skills and experiences she’s collected from her success in the corporate world, she’s on a mission to empower men and women to take charge and think abundantly about their own personal finances.







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  • The Incredible Mark Colbourne MBE joins the Stress to Joy Podcast, and shares his story of losing himself completely to a paragliding accident, only to overcome it all to become the World Champion in Cycling. He broke 2 World Records and won the Gold Medal for Great Britain at The London 2012 Paralympics.

    0:00 Introduction
    5:09 Mark's family history
    8:01 Mark's education
    8:51 Aneurin Bevan & NHS
    12:26 Mark's personal life growing up
    19:10 Fathers wisdom
    24:00 The Crash
    31:23 The Recovery
    45:47 The Epiphany
    50:34 Hard Talk with Dad
    55:05 The Journey to Olympics
    01:13:50 The Glory Race
    01:20:23 Paralympic Logo
    01:21:27 Conclusion
    01:27:25 Mark's Tombstone


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  • Latvian legend Aleksandrs Samoilovs, known to most as the Lion King, is a a veteran on the Beach Volleyball World Tour for 16 years now. He is the European Champion, 3 time Olympian, and #1 Ranking player in the world for 3 years.

    In this in depth conversation about his life, he shares about how his relationship with his father has developed over the years, his approach to rigorous training and practice, and how he is now on the journey to inspiring the next generation of beach volleyball players to dream big and dedicate themselves to the sport of volleyball.

    Watch the entire episode to understand what it takes to be an olympic athlete, and the best in the world at Beach Volleyball.

    0:00 - Introduction
    3:33 - Beginning of beach volleyball
    12:25 - How to make a decision beyond pressure
    15:55 - Choosing what to focus on as an athlete
    19:00 - Inspiring the next generation
    22:30 - The patience to be a winner
    25:00 - Mental and Physical Fitness
    30:30 - Switching coaches and decision making
    39:00 - How to keep yourself together
    42:00 - Patience through pandemic
    44:33 - How to turn things around
    47:23 - Advice to keep things going
    51:00 - Understanding nutrition and food
    56:45 - What human empowerment means
    59:00 - Conclusion

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  • 5 time Olympic Volleyball Coach Marco Solustri is one of the most accomplished coaches in the history of the game. With over 30 years of experience under his belt, his views and perspectives on coaching are absolutely astonishing.

    In our conversation, he talks about how coaching has taught him different aspects of life. From Olympics training to coaching amateur kids, has ignited the need to look at the sport through another lens.

    Join my conversation with the Legend Marco Solustri as he talks about life, philosophy, and love for his sport in this episode!

    Like and share if you enjoy!

    00:00 Introduction
    03:25 Beach volleyball and coaching children
    04:55 Shift from the limelight to focusing on niche areas
    08:17 How has studying philosophy impacted your life
    10:19 Application of philosophy in our daily lives
    12:47 Most important ball in the game
    16:43 Philosophy in teaching kids
    20:07 The difference between teaching adults and kids
    24:35 About motivating yourself and inspiring others
    28:38 Learning how to switch from negative to positive energy
    36:40 Empathetic leadership and the role of pandemic
    46:10 The purpose of life
    47:35 Detachment from the result and the anxiety
    52:26 Human Empowerment
    55:23 Conclusion

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  • To grow a business with your significant other, to maintain a work life balance and to consistently manage all the roles in your life - it’s important to realise the need to be your authentic self to manage everything at once. In today’s episode, we have Nemanja Veljovic giving a piece of his wisdom on this and much more.

    Like, comment and share if you agree as well!

    00:00 Introduction
    02:56 journey so far and Dubai
    05:30 idea behind kimono abaya, CHI-KA
    15:45 how did both the cultures accept it
    20:05 building a business and being an entrepreneur
    27:00 owning a business with your significant other and maintaining relationships
    31:30 Role as a father
    34:27 conscious parenting
    40:57 finding your authentic self
    46:35 mastering the voices inside your head
    55:30 conclusion

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  • Art as we know, has a huge impact on the kind of energy we choose to surround ourselves with. From understanding the sort of energy you need in life, to making conscious choices that lead up to that - there are small yet necessary changes we need to make with course of time.

    In today’s episode, we have Ognjen D. Beader talking to us about energy science, consciousness, and music and the way it has changed his perspective on life itself.

    Have a look at it and share/subscribe if you resonated with the conversation as well!

    00:00 Introduction
    03:03 Journey towards art and creativity
    08:11 Improvising with music and energy
    11:13 how does music come to you
    17:56 understanding and recognising choices
    25:11 energy science and consciousness
    28:00 differentiating consciousness, unconsciousness, anti- consciousness and relating it to energy
    41:50 understanding the significance of oneself
    48:20 meditation as a tool
    54:00 conclusion

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  • In a world where almost nothing can be achieved without competition, the two-time Grammy winner Gael Hedding shares his perspectives on his personal journey, the chase, and all the decision-making that's involved while we strive towards our goals in life.

    Gael Hedding is a Grammy© and Latin Grammy© winning engineer, music producer and entrepreneur. Currently the Executive Director at Berklee Abu Dhabi and a former faculty member at Berklee's campus in Valencia, Spain, He has also given master classes throughout Latin America at colleges like Universidad San Francisco de Quito, Tecnológico de Monterrey, and Universidad La Salle.

    He has worked on more than 50 albums and 500+ Live shows internationally, for artists such as Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, Janet Jackson, Mexican mariachi singers Aida Cuevas, Pepe Aguilar, jazz legends John McLaughlin and Caribbean Jazz project to name a few. Some of his corporate clients include Samsung, BBC, Mc Donalds, Universal Music, Warner.

    Watch the whole episode to get a better understanding of the way our decisions change as our perspectives evolve. Comment your opinions and share if you agree too!

    00:00 Introduction
    00:52 About career
    4:44 Making decisions on a personal and entrepreneurial level
    12:42 To be happy where you are
    14:06 Perspectives on good and bad decisions
    18:06 Making conscious decisions
    38:15 Turning ideas into manifestations
    50:00 Getting over failures
    57:00 conclusion

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  • How do we cultivate the idea of togetherness through inclusivity? The answers might just be there in this episode I had with Parent wolves from Team AngelWolf.

    Togetherness is not just a concept for them, but a way of life. To live every moment and to simultaneously learn how to strategise your way through the difficulties of life, this was personally a heart warming conversation to have. From fighting cancer, to building companies over companies; from including Rio in all possible races to having Tia continue the legacy - here’s a family of four changing the views of the world when it comes to racing and building a family.

    Hope you guys enjoy this as much as I did!

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  • Here's a guy who dismissed anything spiritual as BS. Now he has completely turned his life around and believes that there's energy in every living thing around him, and he's conscious of his actions, thoughts and his mind. Say hello to my dear friend Bruno El Adm.

    0:00 Intro
    8:50 Faith
    11:05 The Switch
    15:55 Being present
    19:42 Personal relation with Chronic Stress
    25:45 Bruno's perspective
    29:14 Nutrition
    40:10 Morning Routine
    44:40 Family
    53:00 Ego

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  • Catching up with childhood friend Shadi Megallaa, the owner of The Flip Side Record Store in Alserkal Avenue in Dubai.

    0:00 Intro
    4:38 The Flip Side
    6:16 Abu Dhabi Stories
    12:54 "Bored"
    16:46 The Creative Mind
    22:50 Anti Perfection
    32:07 Balancing Marriage and Business
    41:41 Abu Dhabi and Dubai
    45:20 Conclusion

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