Episode 16: Imran Amed

24/08/2025 55 min
Episode 16: Imran Amed

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Building Legacy in Fashion & Life with Imran AmedIn this inspiring episode, Dr. Nigma Talib is joined by Imran Amed, Founder, CEO, and Editor-in-Chief of The Business of Fashion (BoF). Imran opens up about the real story behind building one of the most trusted voices in the global fashion industry, navigating identity, ambition, burnout, and purpose along the way.From his East African and Indian roots to his transformative career shift from McKinsey consultant to fashion media pioneer, Imran shares powerful insights about entrepreneurship, inner healing, wellness practices, and what it really takes to lead with integrity.Whether you’re in fashion, business, or simply navigating your own purpose, this conversation is packed with real talk and reflective wisdom.Thank you to our sponsorsGenova Diagnostics: https://www.gdx.net/Oxyhealth: https://www.oxyhealth.com/Rani Lounge: https://ranilounge.com/Koala Eco: https://koala.eco/Timestamps00:00 – 02:30 – Introduction: Imran’s roots and global identity02:31 – 07:45 – Why he left McKinsey to pursue fashion media07:46 – 12:10 – Building The Business of Fashion from a blog to a global platform12:11 – 17:30 – Imran opens up about burnout, therapy, and finding balance17:31 – 23:15 – Navigating ambition vs. alignment: lessons from entrepreneurship23:16 – 28:45 – Imran’s approach to wellness, inner work, and emotional resilience28:46 – 33:10 – His reflections on community, belonging, and immigrant values33:11 – 38:00 – Why the fashion industry needs more healing and honesty38:01 – End – Legacy, service, and advice to anyone starting something newFollow Imran Amed:Instagram: @imranamedWebsite: www.businessoffashion.comFollow Dr. Nigma:Instagram: @drnigmatalibPodcast Instagram: @thehealthydocpodFacebook: nigma.talibWebsite: www.healthydoc.com