Building Legacy in Fashion & Life with Imran Amed

In 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.

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Timestamps

00:00 – 02:30 – Introduction: Imran’s roots and global identity
02:31 – 07:45 – Why he left McKinsey to pursue fashion media
07:46 – 12:10 – Building The Business of Fashion from a blog to a global platform
12:11 – 17:30 – Imran opens up about burnout, therapy, and finding balance
17:31 – 23:15 – Navigating ambition vs. alignment: lessons from entrepreneurship
23:16 – 28:45 – Imran’s approach to wellness, inner work, and emotional resilience
28:46 – 33:10 – His reflections on community, belonging, and immigrant values
33:11 – 38:00 – Why the fashion industry needs more healing and honesty
38:01 – End – Legacy, service, and advice to anyone starting something new

Follow Imran Amed:
Instagram: @imranamed
Website: www.businessoffashion.com

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