From leading Careem’s growth in Pakistan to becoming a Shark Tank investor, Junaid Iqbal gives a masterclass in creating your own path. 00:00 Intro: Junaid Iqbal’s Journey from Careem to Shark Tank 00:33 Inside Shark Tank’s Viral Moment with Junaid Iqbal 02:36 Why the GCC and South Asia are Hotspots for Startups 03:30 Biggest Investment Opportunities in Pakistan Today 04:56 How to Build a Thriving Economy in Emerging Markets 07:26 Why Regional Economic Cooperation Unlocks Success 08:33 Saudi Arabia’s Roadmap to Economic Growth 09:12 The UAE’s Secret to Economic Transformation 10:38 Essential Startup Lessons: Investors and Talent 11:35 Junaid Iqbal’s Path to Leading Careem Pakistan 15:23 Spotting Trends Early: Timing is Everything 17:01 Pivoting Careers: From Trader to TV Host to Entrepreneur 17:50 Choosing the Right Business Opportunity to Pursue 20:29 Junaid’s Superpowers as an Entrepreneur 21:57 Overcoming Risks and Doubts in Entrepreneurship 23:47 Surprising Skills Learned from Growing Careem 25:35 How Careem Outperformed Uber in Pakistan 26:20 Junaid’s Favorite PR Stunt at Careem 29:10 Junaid’s Investment Thesis Post-Careem 30:18 Where Junaid Would Invest $10,000 at Age 20 33:03 Creating Educational Content to Boost Financial Literacy 34:56 How to Create Engaging Content that Resonates 36:13 Monetizing Content: Turning Views into Revenue 38:14 Rapid Fire Questions with Junaid Iqbal In this episode of Money Moves, former Careem Managing Director and Shark Tank investor Junaid Iqbal sits down with Muhammed Mekki to explore entrepreneurship, investment opportunities, and economic growth across the Middle East and South Asia. They discuss the untapped opportunities in Pakistan's agriculture sector, the growing talent pool in the GCC region, and why building businesses in emerging markets can lead to massive success. Junaid gives a masterclass in creating your own path, because the right place, right time, and right opportunities are often made, not found. Learn how Careem beat Uber in Pakistan, why agriculture and financial literacy present massive opportunities, and what it truly takes to monetize content effectively. Whether you're a startup founder, investor, or aspiring entrepreneur, this conversation is packed with actionable advice on making bold career pivots, taking calculated risks, and creating your own path to success. --- Money Moves is a deep dive into the minds of the most successful and influential entrepreneurs in frontier markets, shaping the conversation around money and innovation. Each week, entrepreneur and academic Muhammed Mekki brings you exclusive insights from the sharpest minds in business, tech and investing in high-potential markets. From crypto and AI to startups and global giants, Mekki and his guests deliver the ideas and tools you need to seize opportunities and grow your wealth. Subscribe to join the conversation that is shaping the future of emerging markets 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@MoniifyBusiness? --- Welcome to MONIIFY: the media brand for the next generation of ambitious dreamers, fearless thinkers, and unstoppable changemakers. Our purpose is simple: empowering you to gain knowledge, build wealth and achieve financial freedom on your terms. We’re not just about reporting the news. We’re about helping you make the most of new opportunities, to navigate markets, to build businesses and make smart career choices. We will help you take control of your financial future – no matter where you are. Join us for expert interviews, quick explainers, and masterclasses on the topics shaping the future of money and markets. Subscribe to start building the life you want! 👉https://www.youtube.com/@MoniifyBusiness? What is MONIIFY? Your go-to space for business, tech, and finance updates in emerging markets. Stories, insights and everything you need to know about crypto, AI, DeFi, and more, delivered right to where you're already scrolling. https://moniify.com --- Discover More From MONIIFY Dive Deep With Money Moves Interviews 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiviDTISDUm4Cz1X1Z05_dzaEnbWR_uyT MONIIFY Daily: Your daily dose of the latest in tech & crypto👉https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiviDTISDUm52Pcnf0liu41zMxyqN75EM Every Page From MONIIFY Playbook👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiviDTISDUm7uxjQKacA6l7q_TJyyOkGY Gulfonomics: The Region's Next Chapter👉https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiviDTISDUm6Wm2z0l8eu2M1T7yyJzFPa --- Follow us on other social platforms: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/moniifybusiness Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moniifybusiness TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@moniifybusiness X: https://www.x.com/MoniifyBusiness Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoniifyBusiness Moniify Website: https://www.moniify.com