Working for Yourself Podcast

Zulfiqar Ali
Zulfiqar Ali Managing Director : 18 Year Industry Journey
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Operator’s Briefing: The Operational Log

Context: Success is built on verified results. Pillar 4 is the Operational Log of my 18 year journey: combining the ZulfTalks podcast with the results of our media network. This is the evidence that the Business Success Blueprint works. I share the raw conversations: the technical hurdles: and the proof of moving from DIY to CEO.

Chapter 1: The Personal Journey & Proof
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Working for Yourself Reality

Hi: I’m Zulf and I worked a 9:5 job for over a decade before I began working for myself. If you are thinking about doing something like this: then you are in the right place. I am documenting my journey through this humble podcast and YouTube channel where I talk about everything involved in pursuing this goal. I call it a goal because if we start with a destination: we have something to aim for. There will be times you feel you are not getting the best out of yourself in your current role: but deep down you know you could be doing so much more.

I moved from being employed at an office to being self:employed alongside the day job before fully committing to setting up a company. Business life in the UK is a large area and there are many resources: but I didn’t feel they covered the core things I needed to consider. I am now the Director of my own company: which means I have complete control. This isn’t as easy as it sounds: but I decided to share the reality of the logistics that are often assumed even by the professionals who coach business owners.

Top Performance Briefings (Most Listened):

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“My podcast is about sharing my real:life journey: focusing on challenges and how I found my way through them. I don’t want anything in return: just listen to episodes that resonate with you.”
Chapter 2: Seasonal Documentation Archive
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The Evolution of the Log

My podcast flows with my life journey. Season 1:9 was about Zulf Talks Photography when I started self:employment alongside my office job. It then progressed to Season 11 where I pivoted to interviewing other professional creatives. I am now in Season 12+ Working For Yourself: concentrating on the actual journey I took to get where I am now. Each season covers a specific chapter of growth: from photography logic to buying property and managing a network.

You can browse the full archive of briefings organized by season: including show notes and resource lists. This ensures you are not using yesterday’s spellbook in an evolving digital kingdom. Listen on your preferred platform to verify the proof behind the blueprint.

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Chapter 3: The Network Proof
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The Impact of the System

The final proof of the Business Success Blueprint is our Our Network. This portfolio of 15+ successful media brands is the result of the foundations: setup: and challenges documented in the previous pillars. From MiBandit and WondaTell to specialized brands like MrMakeStuff: we prove that the system is scalable across any niche.

By witnessing the impact of this blueprint in the real world: you can see that these are not just theories. We manage over 400+ assets monthly and reach millions of viewers. This section serves as your reference for what is possible when you follow the operational standard.

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Chapter 4: Collaborative Hub
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The ZulfTalks network is built on shared experience. Being a guest on my show means you get exposure to over 20 social media platforms simultaneously. I record my show LIVE during our session. If you are an operator ready to share your journey: apply below. If you have a question you would like me to answer on air: send a voice note.


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The information talked about in episodes is not financial advice or recommendations. I am not regulated by the FCA. Views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Zulftalks.com or TrustedCreators.org. 🎯: See full disclaimer at trustedcreators.org/disclaimer/

Proof Verified?

You have seen the process and the results. Now it is time to access the tools needed to build your own.

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Zulfiqar Ali
Managing Director

Zulfiqar Ali

Written by Zulfiqar Ali: Managing Director of Trusted Creators: a Google-certified Data Analyst: and a Level 2 Amazon Influencer. His work is built on an 18 year industry journey: specialising in bridging the gap between data-driven strategy and creative production. You can hear his real-world experiences weekly on the ZulfTalks.com podcast.

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