Zahir Sumar

A Word of Advice with Zahir Sumar

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Bringing you powerful stories, one word at a time. In each episode, guests choose one meaningful word that unlocks their personal journey and share the wisdom they gained along the way. From career-changing moments to life-altering experiences, discover how a single word can carry profound advice that might just change your perspective too.

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Zahir Sumar

Episodes

I've never faced this much UNCERTAINTY in all my adult life - Episode 4 with Hattie Camp 30.04.2026 1:11:54

In this episode, I sit down with Hattie Camp for a chat that covers, well, quite a lot. We get into the messy reality of navigating careers when no one really tells you what's out there, why change — as uncomfortable as it is — might just be the best thing for you, and what it was like travelling during a pandemic (yes, she did it). We also get into the fun stuff: how opposites really do attract,...

'I had no confidence until I was 50. But then I learned to BELIEVE.' - Episode 3 with Terry Phipps 02.08.2025 1:06:28

How did Terry's humble beginnings of life in a caravan with parents who couldn't afford to buy a home lead him to get his name on a patent, retire early, but most importantly, learn how to believe? Find out in this episode as I have a wonderful chat with an old friend.

'What being in a single parent household and becoming a parent taught me about PATIENCE' - Episode 2 with Charles Clark 04.06.2025 1:15:13

What's the one word that sums up your best advice? My friend Charles, patent attorney and founder of IP Arkitek , shares his advice around patience . We also chat about patents, parenting, and even fly fishing!

'What my dad turning blind taught me about OPTIMISM' - Episode 1 with Peter Sueref 15.05.2025 51:58

Hello World! For this very first episode of A Word of Advice, I have the pleasure of speaking with Peter Sueref and hear about his chosen word - Optimism. We explore the fun, whacky and serious sides to what inspires Pete and the leadership qualities that he has that have inspired me. --- Things mentioned in the episode: Pete's blogpost during COVID Lockdown Pete's Ice Bucket Challenge video Pete'...