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[Trailer] Ryan Zofay: From Rock Bottom to Building a Life of Purpose and Impact
šØ In this episode of The Alpha Talks Show, we are honored to host Ryan Zofay, a trailblazing entrepreneur, mental health advocate, and founder of the transformative business We Level Up! šØ
Welcome back, Alpha Squad, to the #1 fastest-growing podcast in the region! Today, Seif El Hakim - The Alpha - sits down with Ryan Zofay to explore his incredible journey from overcoming addiction and adversity to building a nine-figure personal development and rehabilitation empire.
With over 23 years of sobriety, Ryan shares the defining moments that shaped his life, including battling 21 felonies, a near-death experience at 17, and his remarkable transformation into a beacon of hope for thousands. As the founder of We Level Up, Ryan has employed over 600 people and helped countless individuals reclaim their lives.
In this episode, Ryan opens up about:
⨠His journey from rock bottom to becoming a successful entrepreneur.
⨠The inspiration and mission behind We Level Up.
⨠Actionable tools for mindset shifts, breaking limiting beliefs, and fostering self-love.
⨠Lessons from working with Tony Robbins, Grant Cardone, and other industry giants.
⨠Insights on leadership, scaling businesses with impact, and maintaining a balance between profit and purpose.
Whether youāre looking for inspiration, practical strategies for personal growth, or guidance on building a meaningful life, Ryanās story will leave you empowered to take action.
š” Donāt miss this extraordinary conversation that will redefine what it means to overcome, transform, and thrive.
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113. [Trailer] From Rejection to Reinvention ā An Email Changed My Life | Mazen Kanaan
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112. From Dubai to the World Inside Almalās Global Real Estate Vision
50:36||Season 1, Ep. 112šļø From Dubai to the World Inside Almalās Global Real Estate VisionWhat if luxury wasnāt something you owned ā but something you lived?Welcome back, Alpha Squad, to The Alpha Talks Show ā the #1 fastest-growing business podcast in the region!In this exclusive episode, Seif El Hakim ā The Alpha ā sits down with Chiraz Belmokhtar, Sales Manager at Almal Development, to uncover how this groundbreaking real estate brand is shaping the future of luxury living and intelligent investments in Dubai and beyond.From The Unexpected in Ras Al Khaimah to The One in Bali, and the ultra-exclusive Harrisoni Villas in Dubai ā Chiraz reveals how Almal is blending design, innovation, and lifestyle to create experiences that redefine what it means to live well.šļø What Youāll Discover in This Episode:ā How Almal is changing the definition of āluxuryā in Dubai real estateā The secret behind projects delivering 10ā12% annual returnsā Why investors around the world trust Almal with their moneyā The untold truth about timing, quality, and location in real estateā How lifestyle, hospitality, and investment are now one visionā The alpha mindset behind selling not just homesābut dreamsš” Why This Episode Matters:Dubaiās skyline is filled with towersābut only a few developers are building legacies.This conversation dives into how Almalās bold vision, creativity, and attention to detail are setting a new global standard for luxury development.If youāve ever dreamed of investing in Dubai, building wealth through lifestyle, or understanding what true real estate innovation looks like ā this is your masterclass.š§ Join the Alpha Movement!If this episode inspired you, smash that LIKE, hit SUBSCRIBE, and drop a š„ in the comments if you believe luxury is more than a property ā itās a mindset.#TheAlphaTalksShow #ChirazBelmokhtar #AlmalDevelopment #DubaiRealEstate #LuxuryInvesting #SeifElHakim #AlphaSquad #BusinessPodcast #InvestInDubai #AlphaMindset #LuxuryLifestyle
112. [Trailer] From Dubai to the World Inside Almalās Global Real Estate Vision
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