From Spark to New Venture
From Spark to New Venture is a student-driven podcast from the University of Mary Washington (UMW), where undergraduates share the stories of entrepreneurs and their journeys from idea to venture. Each episode uncovers the sparks of inspiration, the challenges they faced, and the mindsets that helped them overcome obstacles in their journey. The goal of this podcast is to inspire students to learn entrepreneurial mindsets and bring them into everyday lives, taking action and learning from every step along the way.
From Spark to New Venture
Farras Bakir--No Different Then The Average Person
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In this episode, I sit down with my uncle, a multi-business owner whose entrepreneurial journey is as inspiring as it is insightful. We talk about what sparked his drive to start his own ventures, the motivation that keeps him moving forward, ways to gather resources and garner support, and the challenges he’s faced along the way. Throughout the conversation, he offers practical advice, thoughtful reflections, and encouragement for anyone interested in starting their own business. His advice offers a grounded, real-world look at what it takes to build and sustain a business. This is a conversation full of perspective, encouragement, and practical wisdom for any aspiring entrepreneur.