What if AI isn't just changing how we work, but what it means to be human?

AI Strategist Mishaal Lakhani joins me for a 90 minute conversation on the AI revolution reshaping work, money, mental health, and the way we build meaningful lives.

We get into why the founders thriving right now aren't the ones with the longest tool stacks but the ones who actually know what they're building and why. The 3 step prompting framework Mishaal uses with her clients. How AI gave me 5 years of therapy in 5 months. Why the 100 year old factory model of education is about to collapse. And the one mindset shift that separates the founders who'll thrive from the ones who'll get left behind.

Free Guide: The Founder's AI Starter Kit, the tools, workflow, and 3 reframes from this conversation. https://breakingthemold.myflodesk.com/huyjisbrvu

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Website: actuallyuseful.tech

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What does it take to build a brand that’s global, rooted, and unmistakably you?

In this episode of Breaking the Mold, I sit down with Raj Kotecha — global brand strategist and founder of Creative Content Agency — whose clients include Gary Vee, Tony Robbins, Steven Bartlett, and the Dubai Future Foundation.

We talk about identity, influence, and building a brand that cuts through the noise in 2025.

Highlights:
• Why “being Indian is like winning the lottery”
• The generational playbook behind brown excellence
• Raj’s season of sleeping on a mattress—with a Mercedes parked outside
• Why most people will never be seen
• How to become your own mini McKinsey
• The real meaning of credibility in a global market

If you're a creator, founder, or someone stepping into a new chapter — this one’s going to stay with you.

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How do you break free from a toxic relationship? How do you recognize the warning signs before it’s too late? In this deeply insightful episode, I sit down with clinical psychologist Dr. Emily Blake to uncover the truth about narcissistic behaviors, emotional manipulation, and the journey to healing.

If you’ve ever found yourself questioning someone’s intentions, feeling stuck in a cycle of confusion and self-doubt, or wondering why a relationship doesn’t feel right, this conversation is for you. Dr. Blake shares her expertise on narcissistic traits—like love bombing, breadcrumbing, and trauma bonding—and explains how these behaviors take root and impact relationships.

Together, we’ll explore:

• The signs of narcissistic personality traits and how to spot them
• Why narcissists struggle with empathy and how they maintain control
• The difference between narcissistic traits and Narcissistic Personality Disorder
• Trauma responses like dissociation and the “fawn” response—and how they show up in relationships
• Strategies to protect yourself, set boundaries, and rebuild your life after toxic relationships

This episode is more than just an exploration of narcissism. It’s a practical guide to understanding the patterns that keep us stuck and the steps we can take to create healthier, more fulfilling connections. Whether you’re recovering from narcissistic abuse, supporting someone who is, or reflecting on your own past relationships, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

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