Finding Fulfillment and Success in Video Gaming and Sandwich Making with Ike Shahadeh

Finding Fulfillment and Success in Video Gaming and Sandwich Making with Ike Shahadeh

In this episode of the None of Your Business podcast, Ike Shahadeh, a professional video gamer and founder of Ike's Sandwiches, shares his journey of pursuing passion over profit. Ike reveals how he transitioned from aspiring gamer to successful food entrepreneur, emphasizing the importance of doing what you love even if it doesn't initially pay. He reflects on the hardships of starting his first sandwich shop in San Francisco and how leveraging social media and customer engagement propelled his brand to international fame. Ike also touches on the significance of overcoming limiting beliefs about money, staying true to one’s passion, and the power of collaboration over competition in the food industry. This insightful conversation delves into the intersections of gaming, entrepreneurship, and personal growth.

00:00 Introduction and Personal Philosophy

00:52 Welcome to the Podcast

01:01 Meet Ike Shahadeh: Professional Video Gamer

01:30 Journey into Professional Gaming

03:56 From Gaming to Sandwiches: The Ike's Story

04:26 The Meteoric Rise of Ike's Sandwiches

06:23 Lessons from the First Ike's Store

14:12 Creating Iconic Sandwiches

15:34 Navigating Challenges and Pivots

20:12 Money Mindset and Personal Growth

27:27 The Illusion of Competition

31:41 Closing Thoughts