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    Building the First Global British Eyewear Brand with Ahmed Ejaz

    Ahmed Ejaz is an Optometrist, former UK parliamentary candidate and entrepreneur aiming to build a global British eyewear brand that also helps to end preventable blindness.

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    Ahmed’s LinkedIn – Connect with Ahmed on LinkedIn!

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    3 Value Bombs

    1) You have to be friendly in business to succeed instead of being ruthless.

    2) Getting started is challenging, but you can surpass it by being well-rounded.

    3) Have a passion for what you do, and be genuine and friendly. It is essential to build relationships in a good way.

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    Show Notes

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    Today’s Audio MASTERCLASS: Building the First Global British Eyewear Brand with Ahmed Ejaz

    [1:27] – Ahmed shares something he believes about becoming successful that most people disagree with.

    • He believes you must be friendly in business to succeed instead of ruthless.

    [2:39] – Did your background in Optometry help or hinder you in building this brand?

    • Helped in building the brand big time!
    • He was able to put his passion and expertise into his business.

    [3:30] – Why did you run for parliament?

    • Politics is divisive no matter where you are in the world.
    • He ran for parliament because of his love for the community and for making a difference.
    • He thinks business and politics are linked.

    [5:08] – What was one of the early massive challenges you faced, and how did you overcome that?

    • Their first national order with ASDA Opticians…
    • Getting started is challenging, but you can surpass it by being well-rounded.

    [7:08] – A timeout to thank our sponsors!

    • FranBridge: Jon Ostenson, founder of FranBridge Consulting and top 1% consultant, represents the premier source for the best opportunities in the non-food franchise world. Sign up for a free consultation at FranBridgeConsulting.com!
    • HubSpot: Learn how HubSpot can help your business grow better and get a special offer of 20% off on eligible plans at HubSpot.com/eof!

    [9:27] – Can you take on the big designer fashion houses? If yes, how?

    • As a founder, Ahmed is confident in becoming the first ever global British eyewear brand.
    • They are not just an eyewear brand, but they also have Optometrists behind their brand.
    • They are committed and dedicated to making their eyewear brand the best.

    [11:06] -What key takeaways do you want to share with Fire Nation?

    • One of the challenges of starting up is getting investors on board.
    • It is a trial-and-error process to get the right people.

    [13:21] – What can you pass along in terms of lessons learned from your journey?

    • Relationships with the people around your business matter.
    • Being friendly and transparent makes a huge difference.
    • Show who you are and what you are trying to do.

    [14:32] – What have you learned from startups such as Warby Parker?

    • Warby Parker is a massive inspiration to the entire industry.
    • Ahmed first saw Warby Parker about ten years ago and made an offer to be his UK partner. He did not get a response, so he started his own brand.
    • They mirrored Warby Parker’s model and what worked for other companies and learned from their mistakes.
    • Look, study and learn.

    [16:34] – Do you believe in business mentors? If yes, who are yours?

    • Ahmed’s first business mentor became an inspiration for him.

    [18:29] – Ahmed’s takeaway and call to action.

    • Have a passion for what you do, and be genuine and friendly. It is essential to build relationships in a good way.
    • Ahmed’s LinkedIn – Connect with Ahmed on LinkedIn!
    • CambridgeSpectacle.com – Inspired design, beautifully finished! Visit their website and explore their collection!

    [21:23] – Thank you to our Sponsors!

    • FranBridge: Jon Ostenson, founder of FranBridge Consulting and top 1% consultant, represents the premier source for the best opportunities in the non-food franchise world. Sign up for a free consultation at FranBridgeConsulting.com!
    • HubSpot: Learn how HubSpot can help your business grow better and get a special offer of 20% off on eligible plans at HubSpot.com/eof!

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