The Intentional Empire

In this episode of The Intentional Currency Podcast, Yasmeen sits down with Huma Ibrahim — a hospital pharmacy leader, mother, and proud hijabi — to share her story of balancing career success while staying true to her values.Huma opens up about:✨ Going from pharmacy clerk to hospital leadership✨ What it’s really like being the only hijabi in executive rooms✨ How she balanced mom guilt with big career goals✨ Her emotional journey to wearing hijab mid-career✨ Using intention, dua, and tawakkul to guide career decisions✨ Teaching her kids about financial literacy and halal investing✨ Building financial goals with her husband as a teamThis episode is a heartfelt reminder that Muslim women don’t have to choose between faith and ambition — and that leadership, when done with integrity, is a form of ibadah.🎧 Subscribe for more stories of Muslim women building wealth, influence, and impact.👇 Comment your biggest takeaway or moment that resonated with you!

Muslim women deserve better conversations about sexual health, intimacy, and healing.In this deeply needed episode of The Intentional Currency Podcast, I sit down with Amirah Zaky — a certified intimacy educator and vaginismus coach — to talk about the topics many of us were taught to stay silent on: intimacy, sexual health, and faith.Amirah opens up about her personal journey — from her own struggles with intimacy to creating a safe, Islamically rooted coaching practice that helps Muslim women and couples heal with knowledge, compassion, and tawakkul.We explore:💬 The reality of vaginismus — and why so many Muslim women suffer quietly💬 The difference between sabr (patience) and passivity in relationships💬 How to teach your daughters (and sons) about intimacy in an empowering, Islamically appropriate way💬 Navigating entrepreneurship as a Muslim woman — with barakah and intention💬 Letting go of vanity metrics and redefining success on your own termsThis is an episode for every Muslim woman who’s ready to break free from shame, for parents who want to raise confident, informed kids, and for Muslim entrepreneurs who want to build with faith at the center.🎙 Guest: Amirah Zaky📲 Instagram: @amirahzaky🌐 Learn more or book a session: www.amirahzaky.com👇 What part of this conversation resonated most with you? Tell us in the comments!

From growing up in a low-income household to becoming a rising voice in venture capital, Sofia is proof that our lived experiences can become our greatest assets. Her story is raw, powerful, and a reminder that Muslim women absolutely belong in rooms where big decisions are made.We talk about:What it’s really like to work in VC as a Muslim womanFrom fashion to finance: how Sofia made the leapBuilding MWP from the ground upHow your background becomes your superpowerTips for founders applying to accelerators or raising fundsThe emotional impact of money & how she healed her financial storyRepresentation, legacy, and rewriting the narrative for Muslim womenWhether you’re curious about VC, exploring entrepreneurship, or looking for a deeper conversation on money and identity — this one’s for you.🔗 Connect with Sofia:LinkedIn & TikTok → @SofiaHaqLearn more about Muslim Women Professionals → www.muslimwomenprofessionals.org💬 Like, Comment & Subscribe for more real conversations on money, faith, and power.

 In this empowering episode of The Intentional Currency Podcast, we’re joined by Mujidah Sakibu — project manager, career coach, and founder of 6 Figure Job Coach. After immigrating to Canada, Mujidah landed a six-figure job within seven weeks and later built a coaching business helping other newcomers do the same.She shares the real story behind her success — the fear, the failures, and the financial mindset shifts that transformed her journey from surviving to thriving.In this episode, we discuss:How Mujidah landed a six-figure job as a newcomer to CanadaThe confidence gap many immigrants face in job hunting — and how to overcome itWhy niching down (yes, even in a job search) is the game-changerThe surprising money habits that came up after hitting six figuresStarting a business while working full-time — and why she’ll never stopThe emotional journey of wearing hijab in professional spacesPowerful mindset shifts for Muslim women navigating identity, income, and ambitionThe importance of saying yes — even when you don’t feel readyWhether you’re building your career, starting over in a new country, or exploring what financial freedom looks like for you, this episode will inspire you to dream bigger and step into your full potential.🧠 Work with Mujidah: Instagram: @6figurejobcoach LinkedIn: Mujidah Sakibu

How does a Muslim woman of color, born to immigrant parents, build a multi–seven-figure business and a thriving real estate portfolio — all while staying grounded in her faith?In this powerful episode of The Intentional Currency Podcast, Yasmeen sits down with Amani S. Ahmed — a tax expert, investor, and real estate entrepreneur who turned a childhood shaped by hustle into a legacy built on discipline, vision, and barakah.From selling candy in high school to running a successful accounting firm, Amani shares the mindset, mistakes, and spiritual lessons that shaped her journey to financial freedom.What You’ll Learn:How growing up in an immigrant household shaped her relationship with moneyWhat it’s like to build a business with no roadmap or financial supportHer real estate investing and tax strategies for sustainable growthNavigating male-dominated industries as a visibly Muslim womanWhy emotional intelligence and identity are business assetsHow to define your version of success — beyond 7 figuresThe spiritual and mindset shifts that helped her overcome fear and self-doubtThis episode is a must-watch for Muslim women, aspiring entrepreneurs, and anyone rewriting their relationship with money through intention and integrity.Ready to start your own financial literacy journey? Join our free community: skool.com/the-intentional-currency

What if the future of Islamic finance wasn’t just halal—but also decentralized, transparent, and community-owned?In this powerful episode of The Intentional Currency Podcast, Yasmeen sits down with Sharene Lee, co-founder of Takadao — the first Web3 Islamic finance company out of Saudi Arabia.Sharene shares how a moment of tragedy inspired her to reimagine what insurance and wealth protection could look like—if we rooted it in faith, tech, and collective care. The result? Takadao, a revolutionary platform that blends blockchain, Islamic values, and ethical wealth building.In This Episode, We Cover:✅ Why traditional insurance isn’t Shariah-compliant✅ What makes Takadao’s model for life & burial insurance truly halal✅ How blockchain can make Islamic finance more ethical and transparent✅ How Muslim women can lead in tech, entrepreneurship, and venture funding✅ The power of imperfect action, storytelling, and resilience✅ Advice for balancing motherhood, startups, and big dreamsWhether you’re exploring halal insurance, ethical investing, or launching your own business, this conversation will open your eyes to what’s possible when we lead with purpose.Learn more:Explore Takadao → https://www.lifedao.ioWant to join Yasmeen's free financial literacy community?Join here: skool.com/the-intentional-currency📩 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real conversations on faith, finances, and building wealth with intention.

In this heartfelt episode of The Intentional Currency Podcast, Yasmeen sits down with Mariam Nouser—a communications consultant, content creator, and community organizer—to talk about what it really looks like to reclaim your finances as a Muslim woman.From struggling with student loans and consumer debt to paying it off during maternity leave, Mariam’s story is one of courage, clarity, and deep faith. She shares how Islamic values, motherhood, and a commitment to discipline helped her rebuild not just her finances, but her mindset around money.In This Episode, We Cover:✅ How childhood habits shape our money mindset✅ Paying off consumer debt while on mat leave✅ The emotional + spiritual toll of debt—and how to heal✅ Balancing money, marriage, and motherhood with intention✅ Why budgeting shouldn’t feel like punishment✅ How dua, discipline, and Barakah can change your financial lifeWhether you're at the start of your financial journey or deep in the process of rewriting old money stories, this conversation will remind you: you can begin again—with intention, without shame, and with full trust in Allah.Mariam Nouser is a communications consultant, content creator, and community advocate who is passionate about helping women show up with clarity, purpose, and confidence. With a background in journalism and public relations, she supports values-based brands and organizations in telling their stories in a way that feels honest, grounded, and impactful.Through her content, Mariam shares her lived experiences as a visibly Muslim, plus-size mom of three — offering a real, unfiltered look into motherhood, identity, faith, and self-worth. Her platform is a space where women feel seen, understood, and empowered to embrace their full selves.Mariam is also the founder of The Shared Path, a community-led initiative designed to strengthen Muslim sisterhood through curated events, peer mentorship, and storytelling. Whether she’s building community online or behind the scenes strategizing with clients, Mariam’s work is rooted in one purpose: to create spaces where women feel supported, represented, and inspired to lead with authenticity.💬 Connect with Mariam Nouser:Instagram: @mariamnouserEmail: [email protected] launching soon: mariamnouser.comWant to start learning? Join our free financial literacy community for Muslim women:skool.com/the-intentional-currency

Are Forex and options trading really halal? What’s the safest and way to grow your wealth as a Muslim woman?In this episode of The Intentional Currency Podcast, Yasmeen sits down with Mohammad Faiz, a wealth specialist and experienced trader, to break down the truth about trading—and why most Muslims are being misled by so-called "halal" investment schemes.Whether you're new to investing or trying to avoid riba in your portfolio, this is a must-watch conversation.What We Cover:✅ The difference between trading and long-term investing✅ Why Forex, leveraged trading, and options often violate Islamic principles✅ The rise of “signal” groups and their red flags✅ How to build a halal investment plan using tools like TFSAs, RESPs, and RRSPs✅ What sets halal-managed portfolios apart from big bank products✅ The mindset shift every Muslim investor needs to makeIf you’ve been told you can double your money overnight or are confused about what’s truly halal—this episode will empower you with the clarity you need to invest with confidence and integrity, inshaAllah.🔗 Canadian and want to start building a halal investment plan?Book a call with Manzil Wealth here: manzil.ca/yasmeenWant to learn more about Halal Investing? Join our free community for Muslim women:skool.com/the-intentional-currency

Are you a Muslim in Canada wondering how to buy your first home without interest? In this episode of the Intentional Currency Podcast, Yasmeen sits down with Iftikhar Ali Muhammad—licensed real estate broker and halal home financing expert—to walk you through exactly how to purchase a home the halal way.We’re talking no interest, no compromise, and full of barakah.What you’ll learn:✅ What makes halal mortgages different from conventional ones✅ 3 mistakes to avoid as a first-time homebuyer✅ How to prepare financially and spiritually✅ Why working with a Muslim real estate agent matters✅ A powerful real-life story after 15 years of waiting for halal financingWhether you're actively house hunting or just exploring Islamic finance in Canada, this episode is packed with practical advice and faith-centered insight.📍Perfect for:• Muslims in Canada seeking halal home financing• First-time buyers looking to avoid interest (riba)• Anyone curious about halal mortgages and real estate values🔗 Want to get pre-approved for a halal mortgage?Start the process here → https://getmanzil.typeform.com/to/Z3Qij7A6?typeform-source=www.youtube.com#source=xxxxx&clicked=xxxxx

What does it really look like for a Muslim woman to shift from just saving to intentionally building wealth?In this episode of The Intentional Currency Podcast, I sit down with Qudrah—HR professional, immigrant, and community mentor—to talk about the powerful intersection between faith, boundaries, and financial growth. From growing up in Nigeria to navigating halal investing in North America, Qudrah shares her honest story of reclaiming her worth and aligning her money with her values.We cover:💸 Common money myths in Muslim communities📉 Why saving isn’t enough—and how to start investing intentionally🛑 How to set boundaries with giving (without the guilt)🌍 Career advice for immigrant Muslim women📿 How to avoid haram investments and purify your wealth🌱 The power of knowing your “why” in your financial journeyWhether you're just beginning your journey with halal investing or want to deepen your relationship with money and meaning—this episode is a must-listen.✨ Subscribe for more episodes on halal investing, Islamic finance, and building wealth with barakah.🔗 Learn more: theintentionalcurrency.com