Pt. 2: Shama Hyder on Technology and the Future of Social Media

Candid Insights with Sahil Badruddin

Shama Hyder -- bestselling author, the award-winning CEO of Zen Media, and honored at both the White House and The United Nations as one of the top 100 young entrepreneurs in the country -- to discuss her insights on the Impact of Social Media and Gaming on Teen Brain Development, the Role of Strategic Brand Building in the Digital Landscape, Upcoming Trends in Social Media Including E-Commerce Integration and the Metaverse, and Balancing Work and Family Life in the Digital Age. Hyder emphasizes the importance of Mindful Technology Usage, Innovation in Digital Marketing Strategies, and the Influence of Technology on Raising Children in a rapidly evolving digital environment. Interview: https://candidinsights.co/shama-hyder-interview-2. This event was conducted for the Ismaili Professionals Network (IPN).

Timestamps:

• Journey of Starting Zen Media — Time Index: 1:25

• Dealing with Doubt as an Entrepreneur — Time Index: 5:04

• Building a Brand and Social Media Following — Time Index: 7:39

• Social Media Trends in the Next Few Years — Time Index: 13:08

• Post-Pandemic Changes in Social Media — Time Index: 17:30

• Powerful Social Media Platforms Today — Time Index: 19:29

• Presenting Yourself Through Social Media — Time Index: 22:12

• Relevance of Email in the Digital Age — Time Index: 23:58

• Innovation and Creating an Enabling Environment — Time Index: 26:51

• Balancing Motherhood and Being a CEO — Time Index: 29:30

• Advice on Raising Children in the Digital Age — Time Index: 32:24

• Digital Minimalism and Contemplative Practices — Time Index: 36:00

• Avoiding Misinformation and Mindless Consumption — Time Index: 39:20

• Discipline in Using Technology Wisely — Time Index: 41:13