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Dr. Mohammad Mohammadipour’s professional journey is a compelling synthesis of business acumen, academic excellence, and a deep-seated commitment to positive psychology. Hailing from a family with entrepreneurial roots, his innate passion for business was cultivated from an early age. This foundation led him to a pivotal decision after completing his Ph.D. in English Language with a specialization in Positive Psychology at Universiti Putra Malaysia: he chose to forgo a potential tenure-track position abroad in favor of returning to Iran to pursue his entrepreneurial aspirations.

Upon his return, Dr. Mohammadipour assumed the role of CEO at the Azadshahr Poultry Farm, which at the time had a production capacity of 30,000 chickens. Through strategic management and operational enhancements, he impressively scaled production to 45,000 and subsequently to 65,000 chickens per production cycle within a single year. Building on this success, he co-founded a new poultry farm with his father in Ali Abad city during the second year, expanding their collective production capacity to a range of 30,000 to 45,000 chickens per cycle.

Driven by a profound interest in international commerce, he established Nikpendar Import and Export Company. The company’s mission was to professionally facilitate the introduction of Iranian products to global markets. However, the inherent challenges posed by various international sanctions rendered normal trade practices exceptionally difficult for Iranian producers and traders. Concurrent with his business endeavors, Dr. Mohammadipour served as an official member of the Gorgan Chamber of Commerce, contributing his expertise to the local business community.

A notable shift in his career trajectory occurred as he sought to integrate his professional experience with his academic background. He accepted a faculty appointment at the University of Shams in Gonbad-e Kavus and later joined the teaching staff at Gorgan University of Medical Science. This transition inspired him to realign the mission of his digital platform, Nikpendar.com. The website’s focus evolved from general content to a specialized methodology known as “Content-Based Language Teaching in the Light of Positive Psychology.”

This unique and innovative approach stands as the cornerstone of his current work. At Nikpendar.com, language acquisition is viewed not merely as an academic exercise but as a transformative journey for personal enrichment. The methodology is anchored in three foundational pillars:

• Content-Based Instruction: Learners acquire English through engaging, authentic content that aligns with their personal interests, such as news articles, podcasts, or literature, fostering a natural and intuitive learning process.
• The Science of Positive Psychology: The curriculum is meticulously designed to foster key psychological traits like resilience, self-confidence, and a growth mindset, enabling learners to navigate challenges and cultivate a positive outlook.
• A Hybrid Teaching Approach: This model seamlessly combines the convenience of online learning resources—including a comprehensive video library and interactive exercises—with the personalized support of direct coaching sessions, both in-person and via video call.

The curriculum’s structure is deeply informed by the foundational principles of Dr. Martin Seligman’s PERMA model and Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar’s SPIRE model of well-being. By organizing content around categories such as Emotional, Physical, Relational, Intellectual, Spiritual Well-being, and Financial Freedom & Purpose, the program ensures a holistic learning experience that contributes to a student’s overall happiness and fulfillment.

Beyond his business and academic pursuits, Dr. Mohammadipour is a dedicated advocate for social responsibility, actively supporting various charitable organizations and initiatives that promote education and employment throughout the region.