Business Class: Office Hours

Amirah Kassem, Founder of FLOUR SHOP and a best-selling author, loves capturing the feeling of fun in her products, even if it means making a mess along the way. On this episode of Business Class: Office Hours, Amirah serves up slices of wisdom, including how her exploding cake went viral and how she uses her bright bursts of creativity to move the business forward. 

Amirah Kassem, Founder of FLOUR SHOP and a best-selling author, loves capturing the feeling of fun in her products, even if it means making a mess along the way. On this episode of Business Class: Office Hours, Amirah serves up slices of wisdom, including how her exploding cake went viral and how she uses her bright bursts of creativity to move the business forward. 

John Jacobs, Co-founder & Chief Creative Optimist at apparel and accessories company Life is Good®, has a positive mindset that strengthens his brand and inspires people all over the country. On this episode of Business Class: Office Hours, John takes us on his journey from selling shirts on the streets of Boston in the ‘90s to building a $150 million business, fueled by courage, gratitude, simplicity, and openness. By staying firmly grounded in its values, forging a strong sense of community, and giving back to help kids, Life is Good proves that brands can have a real impact beyond their products.

John Jacobs, Co-founder & Chief Creative Optimist at apparel and accessories company Life is Good®, has a positive mindset that strengthens his brand and inspires people all over the country. On this episode of Business Class: Office Hours, John takes us on his journey from selling shirts on the streets of Boston in the ‘90s to building a $150 million business, fueled by courage, gratitude, simplicity, and openness. By staying firmly grounded in its values, forging a strong sense of community, and giving back to help kids, Life is Good proves that brands can have a real impact beyond their products.

With a sharp eye for detail, award-winning interior designer, entrepreneur and best-selling author, Nate Berkus knows a lot about what it takes to build a successful business. On this episode of Business Class: Office Hours, Nate shares how he continues to build his brand and what drives him as a leader. Discover the inspiration behind Nate’s projects, partnerships, and more – and how he makes sure relationships are at the root of it. 

With a sharp eye for detail, award-winning interior designer, entrepreneur and best-selling author, Nate Berkus knows a lot about what it takes to build a successful business. On this episode of Business Class: Office Hours, Nate shares how he continues to build his brand and what drives him as a leader. Discover the inspiration behind Nate’s projects, partnerships, and more – and how he makes sure relationships are at the root of it. 

Martha Stewart is a culinary arts and home and garden expert who has informed and inspired millions of fans with her cookbooks and television programs. With perennial curiosity, a passion for discovery, and a desire to educate her fans, Stewart is as much a student of life as she is a teacher. She continues to expand new product lines, including Martha Stewart Kitchen, as well as her social media presence. In this Office Hours episode, Stewart sat down to discuss the early days of her career, having a positive mindset, and how she came to be known as “the original influencer.” 

Martha Stewart is a culinary arts and home and garden expert who has informed and inspired millions of fans with her cookbooks and television programs. With perennial curiosity, a passion for discovery, and a desire to educate her fans, Stewart is as much a student of life as she is a teacher. She continues to expand new product lines, including Martha Stewart Kitchen, as well as her social media presence. In this Office Hours episode, Stewart sat down to discuss the early days of her career, having a positive mindset, and how she came to be known as “the original influencer.” 

Venus ET Fleur Co-founders, Seema Bansal Chadha and Sunny Chadha, abide by the saying: “If you want a job done right, do it yourself.” After an underwhelming experience with a Valentine’s Day bouquet, the couple decided to take it upon themselves to create a luxury, long-lasting bouquet service that focuses on quality over quantity. Their can-do attitude and passion for quality helped build their brand, Venus ET Fleur, which has taken the floral industry by storm. In this Office Hours episode with host Suneel Gupta, the married duo discusses building a luxury brand that services customers on a global scale.

Jay Shetty has led a life of radical pivots: at 18, he left his life as an undergraduate business student in London to become a monk. Through his studies, Shetty learned how to set intentions, be mindful, and overcome self-doubt. Equipped with his newfound tools, he turned to the business sector with the goal of spreading wisdom. Since then, Shetty has found success as a purpose coach, podcaster, and as a New York Times #1 bestselling author of the book, Think Like a Monk. In this Office Hours episode with host Suneel Gupta, Shetty discusses gratitude, silencing fears, and selfless service.