Crossing the Desert, Embracing Life's Difficult Journeys

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by Payam Zamani · 2024

A memoir and reflection on Payam Zamani’s escape from religious persecution in Iran as a teenager, including his perilous journey through the Emptiness Desert to Pakistan and eventual arrival in America. The book connects his experiences of hardship and resilience with lessons about values, purpose, success, and building a more humane form of capitalism.

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Young and Profiting (YAP) with Hala Taha: Entrepreneurship and Self-Improvement Podcast
Payam Zamani puts profitable growth before startup mythology
The episode examines how disciplined margins, capital allocation, and humane leadership can shape durable companies without treating growth or exits as the goal.
Sep 16, 2026 · 1h 14m

1 episode featuring Crossing the Desert, Embracing Life's Difficult Journeys

Payam Zamani puts profitable growth before startup mythology