The Chase Jarvis Live Show

In this episode, Payam Zamani shares his remarkable journey from growing up in Iran during the Iran-Iraq war as a Bahá'í to becoming a successful tech entrepreneur and author in the United States. His new book, Crossing the Desert: The Power of Embracing Life's Difficult Journeys, chronicles his inspiring story of overcoming numerous hardships. Payam co-founded AutoWeb.com and founded One Planet Group, which invests in early-stage companies to positively impact society. We discuss his challenging experiences in Iran, his daring escape, and the power of hope and perseverance. Additionally, we explore his concept of spiritual capitalism, where businesses serve society and his belief in the importance of community and service. Some highlights we explore: Challenges Payam faced starting anew in the U.S. and his path to entrepreneurial success. Spiritual capitalism and how intention in business practices leads to both success and fulfillment. How hope can help one embrace adversity and turn challenges into c