From Engineer to Business Strategist: Online Growth with Sairan Aqrawi
2025-08-29
Sairan Aqrawi is an engineer turned business strategist who’s helped hundreds of midlife professionals—especially women—ditch outdated expectations and launch purpose-driven brands. Whether she’s leading with data or mentoring with heart, Sairan proves your richest chapter can start after 40, 50, or beyond.
[00:00] Introduction – Phil Better welcomes listeners and introduces the show’s mission.
[00:56] Meet the Guest – Sairan Aqrawi’s inspiring background and redefining midlife possibilities.
[02:04] Why Entrepreneurship? – Sairan shares her motivation for transitioning from corporate to the entrepreneurial world.
[04:10] Pivotal Moments – How client feedback and transformative experiences fueled Sairan’s journey.
[05:30] Early Entrepreneurial Steps – Sairan’s first niche and learning from mistakes.
[08:27] Problem-Solving Mindset – How being a problem solver shaped her entrepreneurial path.
[10:25] Pivot to Business Strategy – Shifting focus to helping business owners find their niche.
[12:23] Coaching vs. Therapy – The differences and setting expectations with clients.
[16:24] Engineering Mindset – Blending technical skills with emotional intelligence in business.
[20:06] Reinventing Yourself – Why it’s never too late to invest in self-development.
[24:37] Embracing Every Life Stage – The value of experiences and skills accumulated over time.
[28:02] Power of Language – Reframing negative terms for a positive mindset shift.
[29:39] Investing in Yourself – Sairan’s strategies for continual reinvention and self-commitment.
[33:27] Action Brings Confidence – The importance of taking action and learning by doing.
[34:04] Advice to Her Younger Self – Sairan’s message about self-kindness and overcoming harsh self-judgment.
[35:17] Connect with Sairan – Where listeners can find her and access a complimentary session.
[36:34] Closing Thoughts – Phil Better summarizes key takeaways and thanks Sairan for her insights.
[37:01] Outro – Encouragement to invest in yourself and links to resources.
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