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!
Journaling New Energy: Your Next Adventure Awaits!
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Reader, Journaling has always been my first form of therapy. From writing detailed accounts of my day, like the Diary of Anne Frank, to manifesting my future using techniques like Steve Harvey’s “powerful 300,” it’s been a constant in my life. Recently, I revisited a notebook from 2023 and realized it was a mix of to-do lists and deep reflection. It reminded me of a lesson I learned: Don’t just use your journal to trauma dump. Use it to accept where you are now and speak life into your future visions. Sometimes, that means relinquishing control—just like I did on my recent trip, realizing I hadn’t been behind the wheel of a car in 6 months. As per the lyrics of one of my favorite “deep cuts” of rapper Bow Wow called “I Don’t Know About That" "It’s time for new energy!" Note: It’s explicit. Speaking of milestones, I’m celebrating my two-year anniversary with the NPR Oklahoma affiliate! My latest media correspondent segment is now live, and it’s a deeply personal one. I address the impact of pancreatic cancer, a cause close to my heart as my maternal grandfather passed away from the disease when my mom was just 18. Listen to the new 10 minute segment on YouTube by searching for the name Episode 61 Pancreatic Cancer. It’s also available wherever you get your podcasts. Explore the archives: I’ve updated my list of previous segments. Each one is under 15 minutes—perfect for your morning commute or coffee break. Being from the Fort Lauderdale/Miami area, a lot of people are surprised that I'm not fluent in Spanish. Similarly, despite being hard of hearing, I'm not fluent in sign language. However, I believe two languages are universal: love and dance. Speaking of universal acclaim, I was thrilled to see the movie "Sinners" receive a record-breaking 16 Oscar nominations. I had no idea so many of the talented creatives who worked on the film were from Oakland, California. It’s an incredible year for sports, culture, and travel, and I’m here to help you experience it all! Whether you’re dreaming of cheering at the next Super Bowl, exploring the vibrant streets of Miami for F1 or the World Cup, or connecting with the diaspora in Senegal for the Youth Olympics this December, I’ve already touched down in the destinations that matter most. Here’s what’s on the horizon:
Let’s make your travel dreams a reality—whether you want to plan together or prefer to explore on your own. Ready to plan your trip? Hit reply or book a consultation with me today to get started. Prefer to DIY? Use my Viator link to find trips and activities at your own pace! I’m all about curating unforgettable travel experiences tailored to you. Let’s make this the year you explore the world in style and connection. Whether it’s about the Superbowl, my roots in Fort Lauderdale, or navigating travels while being hard of hearing, I’m sharing it all. Stay warm, safe travels and keep seeing life differently! Zaakirah Nayyar Muhammad |
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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, As I prepare to leave Ghana, I’ve been reflecting on how this trip began — and how it’s ending — and I’m realizing something powerful: This journey has resurfaced the urgent need for media. I started this trip attending a photography symposium in partnership with NYU. I’m ending it attending a community film screening at the University of Ghana. Still images to moving stories, the entire experience has reminded me how important it is that we document our narratives, our...
Greetings Reader, The only thing that is constant is change. People change. Experiences change people. Even the places we carry in our memories change. I was reminded of that recently. I arrived in Ghana again for the first time since 2011. Fourteen years is a long time. And if I’m honest… nothing looks the same. The roads feel different. There's more unfinished roads and highways. The buildings feel different. There are even more buildings being built. The energy of the city feels different....
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...