Trends are amazing, they come when we least expect them to, and go before we even realise it. With 2020 wrapped up, there are plenty of trends to look forward to in 2021. My guest today is Aaron Schnoor, a full time student pursuing Business Administration and Economics with a major in Trust and Wealth Management at Campbell University, North Carolina. In this episode, we discuss 3 Business & Technology trends to look out for in 2021: Work from home culture: Why it's here to stay Business ecosystems: How companies tie customers in, while also drawing inspiration from competitors Companies being more socially responsible: A shift towards data privacy, security and eco-friendly alternatives. Prefer reading? Check out: The Modern Z Website Full Blog Post Summary on Medium TMZ's Facebook and Instagram I'd like to thank Aaron Schnoor for joining me today. Aaron is an occasional writer, having his own publication on Medium titled 'The Intelligence of Everything' where he writes pieces on Business, Technology, Productivity and Lifestyle. Aaron's Medium page: https://aaronschnoor.medium.com

2020 is nearly over and what better way to part ways than with an honest and transparent reflection? This year wasn't so bad after all, if seen with a different lens... Check out: Our Website: https://www.themodernz.com/ Article for this podcast: https://medium.com/the-modern-z/why-2020-wasnt-such-a-bad-year-after-all-89a6331d8d78?source=collection_home---4------0----------------------- Do give us a like and follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TModernZ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.modernz/

Today I'm glad to have chatted with Zack McCarty and Nathan Gupta, founders of My First Finish (M1F). M1F is an online running community designed to help aspiring runners and marathoners share goals and progress. In this episode, we discuss The passion for running Having a community based system to help with staying motivated The balance between accountability and enjoyment Everything happens for a reason Prefer reading? Check out: Our Website Full Blog Post Do visit our Facebook and Instagram for latest updates on episodes.  Check out M1F's details here: My First Finish website Instagram page

Today, I'm joined by a principal of a Venture Capitalist fund: 1517 Fund: Zak Slayback, to talk about today's job market after the effects of Covid-19. With a large number of students graduating this year, and in the first half of next year, the job market can appear to be quite intimidating, given the direction in which our economy is headed.  However, in this episode, we discuss:  What to expect when you enter the job market now What industries/sectors are prime for work  How to apply for a job you're not qualified for  Learning relevant skills now that you probably won't in university  Prefer reading? Check out:  TMZ Website Full Blog Post Summary on Medium Facebook & Instagram Zak Slayback studied Philosophy at The University of Pennsylvania, and recently published a book with McGraw Hill on how to build a strong personal brand. His writing involves tech, careers and education, and has been featured on acclaimed publications such as The Business Insider.   Zak's website- https://zakslayback.com/ Blog on applying for a job: https://zakslayback.com/get-ahead-nothing-offer/

In Episode 7, we highlight one of the most commonly spoken about topic in 2020: Data. With so many technological advancements over the past 20 years, data has become an integral aspect of how we work and interact with one another. In this episode, we cover: How companies use data-driven marketing to their advantage Data privacy and the ethical aspect of it Data manipulation with Artificial Intelligence (Deep-fake technology) The future of data Check out: Our Website: www.themodernz.com Full Blog Post: https://www.themodernz.com/post/data-privacy-and-marketing-w--yannick-bikker Summary on Medium: https://medium.com/the-modern-z/data-driven-marketing-privacy-a-brief-insight-efa5f7404692?source=collection_home---4------2----------------------- We offer our sincere gratitude to today's guest- Yannick Bikker for joining us. Check out: Yannick's website- https://www.yannickbikker.com/ Medium page- https://medium.com/@yannickbikker YouTube video of Deep-fake technology: https://youtu.be/1OqFY_2JE1c

Discipline is a principle that most university students are missing these days. In this episode, I lay out 3 types of discipline and how university students can forge it.  Check out: Our Website: https://www.themodernz.com/ Full Blog Post: https://www.themodernz.com/post/forging-discipline-at-university Short summary on Medium: https://medium.com/the-modern-z/forging-discipline-at-university-492acdd08115?source=collection_home---4------0----------------------- Do give us a like and follow us on:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TModernZ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.modernz/

Episode 1 of Season 2 is different to what we've done in the past. With these mini-series episodes, I'm going to put out short 7-15 minute pieces on stuff I do in my daily life. Today, I share 3 of my favourite non-fiction books that made me feel curious, inquisitive and zealous. These were books that made me think beyond myself and wonder about this life of ours, the society we're shaping ourselves into, and explore the depths of consciousness as far in as the mind allows.  Prefer reading? Check out:  Our Website: https://www.themodernz.com/ Full Blog Post: https://www.themodernz.com/post/my-top-3-non-fiction-books-for-inquisitiveness Short summary on Medium: https://medium.com/the-modern-z/3-non-fiction-books-for-inquisitive-people-fbea5c46815?source=collection_home---4------1----------------------- Do give us a like and follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TModernZ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.modernz/

Mindfulness is often used interchangeably with meditation. Nowadays, we get so fixated with our daily routine and problems that we forget to take time out for ourselves, when in reality our problems seem futile in relation to the universe. With episode 6, we cover: Mindfulness and Meditation: when they're different and when they can be combined The role of introspection and self-awareness The concept of stagnation in life: why it's detrimental to our overall well-being The importance of sustainable growth Check out: Our Website: www.themodernz.com Full Blog Post: https://www.themodernz.com/post/mindfulness-a-conversation-with-yourself Summary on Medium: https://medium.com/the-modern-z/mindfulness-a-conversation-w-yourself-585febec2b50?source=collection_home---4------6----------------------- Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TModernZ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.modernz/ We offer our sincere gratitude to today's guest- Taneesh Raj Ahmad, for sharing his ideas and experiences on this topic.

Episode 5 is one dedicated to all the students out there struggling with their study plan or worried about their careers. Many of us get anxious about our study path, career prospects and what the future holds. In this podcast, we cover: The societal norm of going to university right after high school What expectations we have when we decide to go to university The idea of choosing one subject path for study, and for your career Anxiety regarding jobs and the future Check out: Our Website: www.themodernz.com Full Blog Post: https://www.themodernz.com/post/university-and-careers-w--laura-van-rens Summary on Medium: https://medium.com/the-modern-z/the-purpose-of-university-e76898fe6714 Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TModernZ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.modernz/ We offer our sincere gratitude to today's guest- Laura van Rens,  founder of The 20 Something Grad. Check out: https://www.instagram.com/the20somethinggrad/

The hairstyling industry has been growing rapidly over the past few years or so. Hairstyle and beauty trends across the internet and social media have got more and more people interested in revamping their personal style image.  But is this enough to have your own hair-styling business? Is a hair-styling startup a profitable and sustainable business venture? University student Shaun believes it is. Find out about his story now.  Points we cover: Having a career in hair-styling Managing time between studies and business at university Importance of personal grooming and appearance The motivation to start your own business as a student We offer our sincere gratitude to today's guest- Shaun Fanaeian,  founder of Fanaeian's hair and skin. Check out:  Fanaeian's- http://fanaeians.com.au/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/FanaeianHS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fanaeians/ Shaun Fanaeian: https://www.instagram.com/mr.fanaeian/