Hi! I'm Zaakirah (zaa-key-ra) I help you Go from where you are (stuck, stagnant, scared) and where you want to go in your business and life (freedom). I provide Black and Indigenous creatives with strategies that empower them to achieve their goals through branding and storytelling, and marketing.For the last 20 years, I've been storytelling by any creative means necessary; photography, writing, film, and podcasting.I check all the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility boxes.I’m a visually impaired, hard of hearing, cancer survivor, chronically ill Muslim Woman. Knowing your history helps you propel and prepare for your future. Entrepreneurship is ownership, and flexibility is key. Sign up for my semi-weekly newsletter!
Before the Year Ends, Check In
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Greetings Reader, Can you believe it's the Final Friday of December? We’re standing at the edge of the year now. Not fully finished, not yet begun — just aware. This is the time of year I pay attention to what’s still echoing: the conversations, the risks, the places that stretched me, and the ideas that refused to let go. Sitting with what actually happened for me this year? What changed me and shaped me? What am I no longer forcing and letting it just flow? After three decades on this earth, I’ve learned that some seasons aren’t meant to be wrapped up neatly. They’re meant to be acknowledged, honored, and carried forward with intention. This year reminded me that clarity doesn’t always arrive through speed. Sometimes it comes through pauses, pivots, and being honest about what needs more time. Before the year fully closes, I wanted to share a few reflections and resources, what’s available, what’s shifting, and what I’m continuing to build — in case any of it supports where you are right now. Strategy Sessions are Still Available and 40% Off Until December 29 If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unclear — especially around how to use AI in a way that actually works for you — I am still offering 1:1 strategy sessions. This for you if you want: Availability is limited, and the link to apply is linked below.
I Am Now a Fora Travel Advisor and Can Book, Upgrade, and Organize Your Trips! Travel is not just something I do — it’s part of my DNA. I've been blessed to go to over 12 countries and over two dozen United States. It's also how I observe the gaps in disability inclusiveness. If you’re planning intentional travel in 2026 and want support that goes beyond DIY'ing through your own CHATGPT, travel credit cards, and social media guesswork, I offer travel advisory resources for: • Solo travelers and Nomads With me being a Fora Travel Advisor (not the same as a travel agent - I have access to more perks and hotel upgrades), I offer:
If you’ve been meaning to catch up on content related to the topics of health, identity, travel, resilience, and creativity, here’s where my work lives right now: • 🎧 Listen to my Top 10 See Life Different Podcast episodes on YouTube ICYMI (In Case You Missed It) I'm going to be using Substack more in 2026 especially as I build in public a talent agency and digital magazine arm for See Life Different Media but first I did a year end recap (a 5 Minute Read) that you can read by clicking here Happy Holidays!
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Your Branding and Marketing Therapist
Hi! I'm Zaakirah (zaa-key-ra) I help you Go from where you are (stuck, stagnant, scared) and where you want to go in your business and life (freedom). I provide Black and Indigenous creatives with strategies that empower them to achieve their goals through branding and storytelling, and marketing.For the last 20 years, I've been storytelling by any creative means necessary; photography, writing, film, and podcasting.I check all the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility boxes.I’m a visually impaired, hard of hearing, cancer survivor, chronically ill Muslim Woman. Knowing your history helps you propel and prepare for your future. Entrepreneurship is ownership, and flexibility is key. Sign up for my semi-weekly newsletter!
Greetings Reader, I'm typing this from near Atlanta, Georgia — but I'm preparing to head to Ghana soon, where my mother is now based. This trip carries a lot of weight. New chapter energy. Diaspora homecoming. Media correspondent work with Focus Black Oklahoma (NPR Affiliate). Yes — I'm already thinking about what stories need to be told from that side of the ocean for my own YouTube and Documentary Series. More on that soon. But let me know what you want to see. Facebook memories reminded me...
Greetings Reader, It’s a new season, the official start of the new year for most, and the start of Women’s History Month. This is the year to take relationships out of the group chat. Out of the comment section. Out of the algorithm. And into real life. I’ve been doing some reflecting that might empower you. Reflection Number One My podcast, See Life Different (fka Living Legacy) launched March 1st, during Women’s History Month in 2019 in my bedroom at my parents’ house for rent. At the time,...
Reader, I just got back from my first-ever NBA All-Star experience in Los Angeles! There’s a part in my book, Seeing Life Through a Different Lens, where I share my love for basketball and how Space Jam (the original with Michael Jordan) was one of my first favorite movies. It was incredible to visit the Forum and take it all in live! I had the chance to switch to ADA Accessible seating. While the Audio Listening Device didn’t work properly, the overhead audio was loud enough, and the seating...