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Assalamu Alaykum! In this episode of the Deen & Deals Podcast, we sit down with Asheq — entrepreneur, former lawyer, and leader behind the Miraj Collective. Asheq shares his journey from an immigrant upbringing to law, corporate leadership, entrepreneurship, and eventually exiting a business — and why “making it” didn’t feel the way he expected.
We talk about why people don’t move because of logic, but emotion, and how emotional intelligence — when grounded in faith — becomes prophetic intelligence rather than manipulation. Asheq breaks down the three currencies every leader operates with: competence, trust, and emotion, and why success without alignment often leaves people feeling empty.
This conversation dives into ambition, risk, leadership, and how young professionals should think about success heading into 2026. We also explore the hidden cost of golden handcuffs, the difference between contentment and playing small, and how Miraj is helping Muslim men integrate faith, career, family, and leadership without forcing a false choice between deen and dunya.

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction and Early Career Insights
01:39 Personal Background and Upbringing
02:54 Professional Journey and Key Lessons
10:27 Emotional Intelligence and Leadership
16:19 Balancing Career and Personal Life
28:26 The Impactful Life of Prophet Muhammad
29:56 Embracing Risk and Opportunity
33:16 Navigating Financial Security and Risk
38:53 Redefining Success and Purpose
43:55 The Mirage Initiative: Integrating Faith and Ambition
52:40 Practical Steps for Young Muslim Professionals
58:16 Conclusion and Final Thoughts


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