Where's Shaz - the podcast | with Shaz Ahmed

A different but still amazing guest this time people. Shadenaz is a super motivating individual with a really fascinating journey that she shares with me. We cover - working in the education sector and the lack of support, and pressures - the pressures faced by younger generations due to social media - going viral - pulling the curtain back on aesthetics Great listen...I'm sure you'll agree!

Quick episode from me talking about what is currently grinding my gears. Specifically - Whatsapp misuse - Introducer woes - Solicitors....(in general....) SMILE MORE x

Wholesome heartwarming chat with Andrew and Mary aka Elite Dwellings. We dove deep into their journey so far and skills as both interior designers and architects. We covered the intricacies of working with your partner and the importance of networking and community within the property industry! ENJOY

Who fancies taking on a 15 bed HMO as one of their first projects? Mariam Radi does! A finalist for young investor of the year at last years Property Investor Awards, it was a delight to sit down (virtually) and record this. Learn about how Mariam got started at the deep end, her relationship with her tenants and her mission to plan a whole lotta palm trees.

Just me for this one :) Wrapping up the week of rate reductions in the specialist market, with a focus on the leverage risks that you may not have considered. I talk about the recent changes in policy by Shawbrook Bank and Kent Reliance when it comes to investment valuations and some scenarios to consider. And I also share my plans for 2024 in relation to networking events and podcast guesting. ENJOY

SEASON 4 PEOPLE - we made it. Let's start with a mega guest, Mr Tez Ilyas. Big on the stand up circuit and regular on TV too. We actually recorded this in person but the footage was "lost". So much ground covered, from - Tez's 6 year transition into full time comedy - representation vs tokenism - emotional truth in comedy and so much more I hope you enjoy listening to this as much as we enjoyed recording it"

Social media is a bit of a necessity in business these days but today I'll share 3 tips for how not to be an annoying NPC in the social-first word. LE'GOOOO

Welcome back people. In this episode I share the ONE networking hack that I posted about in 2019, that I still do today and that has helped me grow my confidence, skill and brand. It's simple, effective and it just works!

In this episode I give you a whistlestop tour of lending via a Ltd Company for property finance.

Another solo episode for you. We're going in a slightly new directions with more solo episodes so get used to my voice :) Today we will be covering off elan property finance turning 1 years old - my mini summary 3 questions about development finance - answered 2 people I follow on social media, and why you should too 1 comment on motivation vs discipline

In this impromptu episode, I talk about the current issues with lending and speed, and the reasons behind this. The work from home pandemic and why we shouldn't accept this in 2023.

It feels like I've known Abigail for much longer than I actually have, and she is a fountain of knowledge and an action taker - which is we like, right? As a social media agency owner, mentor and businesswoman, Abi is the real deal. We spoke about - content framework for social media and 3 key pillars - removing the fear of judgement - authenticity in content & much more This was like a full on social media and business consultation that you'd usually have to pay for! ENJOY

This one was a long time coming. My interactions with Leon have always been pleasant, inquisitive and focused on growth. In this episode we cover all numerous topics including Serviced Accommodation, Networking with intent, Growing a business and more. Enjoy xoxo

Within minutes of listening to Nafisa Bakkar's audiobook - How To Make Money - I knew I had to get her on as a guest on the podcast. Nafisa does a lot, and does it all well. We covered off a wide range of topics, including busting the myth of imposter syndrome, how to build a business, raising finance and so much more! ENJOY

Shaun Davis is one of the good guys and this chat was long overdue. We spoke about Shaun's journey before property and background in sales, the lightbulb moment that led him to become an entrepreneur and his work and business now - in the social housing sector. Listen & enjoy!

Shivani Pau's growth on social media has been amazing to watch. Primairily because there is some substance to it all - as the host of the Millennial Mind podcast, Shivani tackles deep, personal and controversial topics head on using her own experiences as well as those of the guests. So of course we had a chat and spoke what it really means to "do" social media full time, finding balance and being true to yourself. Follow Shivani - Instagram

There was so much I didn't know about Elizabeth before we recorded this. And it was an absolute pleasure unraveling the story being the multi-talented person that she is. We spoke in length about what work life balance means to her and the story behind her first deal, that led to her winning an award for New Investor Of The Year Elizabeth's story is just getting started and I'm definitely here for the ride!

A special edition of the podcast today. Join me, Tej Singh, Aaron Knightley, Paul Stapleton and Dee Ludlow as we have a healthy debate around the sack your boss narrative and how realistic and practical it is in 2023. Self awareness, self respect and risk appetites were all covered in this passionate, energetic, chaotic, authentic episode. ENJOY

Stephanie Taylor is a property investor, Co-Founder of award-winning property management and development company, HMO Heaven, and Co-Founder of Rent 2 Rent Success which has inspired thousands of non-traditional investors to get started in property. Along with sister and business partner Nicky, they grew their property management business, secured contracts worth over £2m in under three years and bought their own multi-millon pound portfolio of multi-unit blocks, commercial property and HMOs. Stephanie and Nicky are setting up an accommodation and education trust to help people who struggle to find beautiful affordable homes like she did as a young single mum on benefits. Voted Inspirational Person of the Year 2021, Stephanie has been featured on the BBC, Entrepreneur, Business Insider and The Telegraph. She is author of the number 1 best-selling book Rent 2 Rent Success and Host of The top 1.5% Rent 2 Rent Success Podcast. After decades of thinking that business and wealth were not for her, she is now a passionate advocate that ethical property investment is open to everyone.

What a conversation this was. TJ Atkinson is charming, funny, intelligent and motivational all at the same time. In our conversation we covered a wide range of topics, from rent to rent vs owning a property, to the benefits of being a minority and having a safety net. I'm sure you'll enjoy listening to this as much as I did recording it. IG : https://www.instagram.com/tjalife