#233 Navigating Career and Creativity A Conversation with Asma

About Asma Jan Muhammad

Asma Jan Muhammad is a distinguished chartered accountant, best-selling author, and award-winning speaker. Recognized as one of the UAE's top 10 women CFOs, Asma has seamlessly blended finance and literature, using storytelling to simplify complex financial concepts.

Her books, Maya’s Paradox and Shore, highlight themes of resilience, integrity, and ethical leadership, making her a powerful voice in both corporate and literary circles.

About this Episode

In this episode, host Hilmarie Hutchison sits down with Asma Jan Muhammad to explore her remarkable journey from Karachi to the UAE, where she has built an influential career in finance while also becoming a celebrated author. From breaking barriers in a male-dominated industry to navigating the delicate balance between ambition and ethical leadership, Asma shares valuable insights on overcoming obstacles and staying true to one's values.

She delves into her passion for storytelling and how it intersects with her financial expertise, using narratives to translate data into meaningful decision-making tools. Asma also discusses the challenges women face in leadership roles, the importance of self-investment, and the role of financial planning in achieving sustainable success. Whether you're a finance professional, an aspiring leader, or someone looking for motivation, this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable takeaways.

Quotes

4:55 - Data tells a lot about the position of the company and where exactly the strategy should be directed

7:14 - The topic of ethics and the topic of how to deal in business ethically is not taught as a subject.

11:50 - They (women) should be ready to face and go the extra mile to prove themselves that they are worthy of staying in those positions, continuing in that organization and bringing success.

13:11 - Companies must understand the importance of having a female team member around

15:04 - Financial management is the most significant part of any business.

15:33 - This opportunity has enabled me, it has given me an ability to become adaptable, flexible and more agile

16:25 - Invest in yourself early in life

19:52 - A person has to be resilient. A person has to stick to what he or she wants to achieve in this world and it has to be meaningful in terms of convincing the people around.

20:23 - We have to remain flexible

21:25 - Things start with a dream, but one needs to have a reality check and opt for risk management, otherwise it's going to be a financial failure.

21:40 - I'm a doer, people call me inspirational and I am rebellious.

Useful Links

Website:https://asmajanmuhammad.com

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/asma.jan.m/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AsmaJanMuhammadAuthor/

Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/asma-strategic-finance-leader

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