We question Tasneem Karriem, CEO of Grand Parade Investments. What’s the most interesting thing about you that people don’t know? I love cooking and once considered entering Master Chef. What is your biggest regret? Not always listening to my instincts. Which historical figure do you most identify with? "Nelson Mandela, for his will and determination to fight for what he believed in. What was your first job? I was a store Store assistant at a men’s apparel store when I was about 18. What are you reading at the moment? What's the one book everyone should read before they die? Nothing at the moment, but I have "Lean In, by- Sheryl Sandberg," on my to-do list! Every woman should read Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office," by Louis Lois Frankel. What’s your biggest indulgence? Chocolate. Which phrase or word do you most overuse? ‘Let’s do this! Is there such a thing as ""enough money"", and, if so, how much is it? It’s all relative.How do you deal with stress? I take it in my stride,...
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