The truth about managing finances as a new ENTREPRENEUR | Aemen Aisha: CEO - Create With Aemen

In this Episode, Aemen shared her journey into entrepreneurship, highlighting the challenges and uncertainties that come with leaving a stable job to pursue her own business. Initially apprehensive about financial stability, she managed to start her venture with a modest investment for licensing. Aemen discussed the importance of financial awareness, emphasizing the need for positive affirmations to combat negative thoughts about money. She acknowledged her struggles with financial management but expressed a growing consciousness about her spending habits.Aemen also reflected on her long-term goals, which include establishing a stable home and a supportive partner. She emphasized the significance of community and networking in her entrepreneurial journey, noting the value of connecting with other freelancers and entrepreneurs. Aemen has created a community group for creatives in Dubai, which facilitates sharing opportunities and resources among members. She highlighted the importance of personal branding, the balance between her business and personal social media presence, and the evolving nature of her content to reflect her entrepreneurial experiences.Lastly, Aemen touched on the impact of transitioning from a corporate job to entrepreneurship on her mental health. She appreciated the flexibility of being her own boss, allowing her to manage her time and well-being more effectively. Aemen underscored the importance of mental health support in the workplace, sharing her commitment to fostering a positive environment for her team and community. Her personal experiences, including the loss of her parents, have shaped her advocacy for mental health awareness, and she aims to inspire others through her journey.Meet the Team:A dynamic mix of personalities and expertise, each bringing unique energy to the table. Abubakr Sajith, the unofficial leader (even if he didn’t ask for it), keeps things running smoothly with his finance, IT, and entrepreneurial background. Gazala Parkar, the PR pro, is the team’s caring yet no-nonsense mother figure, while Guhaesh Subramanian, the ever-networking master's student, plays the carefree uncle. Anas Memon is the resident numbers guy deep in finance, M&A, and private equity. At the same time, Aditya Poddar, with his love-hate relationship with his 9-to-5, embraces his role as the team’s laid-back producer. Eiman Ansari, the cybersecurity expert, provides comedic relief when she shows up alongside Liz Ann D’Souza, the creative force with a film and content creation background. And then there’s Zainab Netterwala, the IT and computer science whiz, who takes on the role of the little sister in this eclectic, ever-evolving crew.Connect with Us! 🌐X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/dollar_diariesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dollardiariespodcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thedollardiariespodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedollardiaries📬 Join Our Community!Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://thedollardiaries.media/Join the SPEND LESS Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/FG67aEgWQa5IP1W1ue5J8sSpecial Offer! 🎓 SecureMyScholarshipMake education affordable! Get up to 50% off on your university degree with SecureMyScholarship. Go to https://bit.ly/paylessfees to avail your scholarship now!Join us weekly as we explore how to make, manage, and multiply your money! 🎧💵 Let's make those dirhams dance! 💃🕺Timestamps:00:00 - Trailer02:04 - Aemen's journey06:32 - Business finance07:43 - Personal finance08:52 - Future outlook11:55 - Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs13:16 - Social media15:53 - Balancing personal brand and a creative agency18:47 - Aemen's day-to-day23:32 - Influencers31:25 - Mental health35:59 - Cool surprise for those who bothered to go through the chapters