Podcast Episode

Feeling Behind, China's Growth, Best MBA programs and more

Business & Personal Development with Chris Haroun·Chris Haroun·9 August 2026·1h 58m

About this episode

This episode is a compilation of answers to YOUR questions that were asked directly from my listeners who attend my weekly business education YouTube live webcast. I'll be covering the topic on: Feeling Behind, China's Growth, Best MBA programs and more.  Refer to chapter marks below for a complete list of topics covered and to jump to a specific section. Get mentored by Chris: Book a Zoom call to discuss joining my Business Academy, Finance Bootcamp (to get a job in finance) or MBA Degree Programs or for investing/business/personal development coaching: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWDownload my free "Networking eBook": www.harouneducation.comAttend my weekly YouTube Live every Thursday's 8am-11am PT. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel to receive notifications. Chapter Marks: 0:25 Welcome1:59 Gulf States Switching from USD to Yuan3:59 Iran War5:38 Oil at $1606:49 Sales Careers9:56 Feeling Behind13:23 Tariffs and US Debt17:34 Business Plan Forecasts19:04 Korea's Economy21:48 China's Growth27:09 Online Courses29:35 Socialism and Younger Generations32:05 Biggest Macro Risk32:42 Equity Analysts34:28 Investment Process37:05 AI and Jobs38:35 DAX Valuation39:45 Micron and SanDisk41:25 Finding Your Investing Edge43:10 Researching Investors45:55 Investor Checklist47:57 Relationship Focused Careers50:20 Hedge Funds in Africa51:13 Equity Research Careers53:05 Comparison and Success56:05 Master's in Finance59:42 Ideas vs Execution1:00:55 AI and Intelligence1:01:35 SaaS and AI1:04:16 US Dollar Reserve Currency1:04:54 Cash for Opportunities1:06:45 Favorite University Course1:07:15 Businesses Adapting to AI1:07:53 SpaceX and Tesla Merger1:08:35 Why Write a Business Plan First?1:12:55 BYD's Future1:16:04 GTA 61:17:36 China's Rise1:18:57 Learning Business in GTA 61:19:54 ACCA vs CFA1:20:36 Korea's Economy1:21:11 Using Your Background1:24:19 Dating Androids1:25:53 Ray Dalio1:27:18 College in 20301:29:02 Cuban Invasion1:29:59 Three Political Parties1:34:03 Creativity in Finance1:35:50 More Udemy Courses1:36:26 Keeping an Empty Mind1:40:11 AI Risks1:42:01 Law to Finance and MBA1:44:25 Humanities to Finance1:47:11 Credit Default Swap Hedge Funds1:49:42 My Background1:51:29 Options Course1:54:02 Best MBA ProgramsConnect with me: Schedule a 1:1 call with Chris: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWYouTube: ChrisHarounVenturesCompleteBusinessEducationInstagram @chrisharounLinkedIn: Chris HarounTwitter: @chris_harounFacebook: Haroun Education Ventures  TikTok: @chrisharoun Connect with me: Schedule a 1:1 call with Chris: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWYouTube: ChrisHarounVenturesCompleteBusinessEducationInstagram @chrisharounLinkedIn: Chris HarounTwitter: @chris_harounFacebook: Haroun Education Ventures  TikTok: @chrisharoun