That’s right!

You have the power to

Set healthy boundaries

Challenge a status quo that does not serve you

Achieve your career and life goals

And you can do it

Without compromising your faith or family, and

Without burning yourself out in the process

Hello and Welcome!

I’m Dr. Qaali Hussein, a full-time trauma surgeon and mom of six. Balancing faith, family, and career as a Muslim woman in today’s workplace can feel like an elusive dream. The reality is, the workplace often makes it almost impossible to achieve this balance, especially when navigating cultures that continue to exclude Muslim women.

That’s why I founded Defiance Academy and developed the Defiant Career Strategy, a revolutionary approach tailored specifically for Muslim women.

Our mission is to empower you to advance your career and achieve work-life balance without compromising your faith or family. The Defiant Career Strategy is designed to help you navigate the unique challenges you face while staying true to your values.

Whether you’re struggling with burnout, poor work-life balance, dealing with workplace discrimination, or simply seeking to enhance your career trajectory, I’m here to help.

Join us and let the Defiant Career Strategy help you break free from fitting into harmful workplace cultures so you can succeed in both deen and dunya.

Overcoming Burnout and Finding Work-Life Balance

Burnout is a pervasive issue affecting professionals across all industries. The constant pressure to perform can lead to exhaustion, disengagement, and a decline in overall well-being. The added pressure of balancing workplace struggles with home life to live up to the unrealistic idea of “doing it all” is the reason why more women experience burnout in the workplace. At Defiance Academy, we provide personalized strategies to help you combat this false narrative, beat burnout, reclaim your energy, and achieve a sustainable work-life balance. Our holistic approach focuses on time management, setting realistic goals, self-care, and self-advocacy to ensure that your career enhances your life rather than detract from it.

Addressing Workplace Discrimination

Workplace discrimination can create significant obstacles to professional growth and satisfaction. Navigating the workplace as a Muslimah comes with unique challenges that can lead to further isolation and disengagement, contributing further to workplace burnout. And because of the taboo nature of workplace discrimination, it remains a significant cause of burnout that remains unaddressed. With a deep understanding of the complexities surrounding workplace discrimination, we offer practical advice and support to help you navigate these difficult situations. Our goal is to equip you with the tools and confidence needed to assert your rights and pursue your career aspirations.

Career Strategy and Tailor-made Career Coaching for Muslim Women

At Defiance Academy, we provide comprehensive career coaching tailored to your unique needs and goals. Whether you’re looking to advance in your current role, transition to a new field, improve your work-life balance, or develop leadership skills, our expert guidance will help you achieve your objectives. Our coaching philosophy empowers you to take control of your life and career, make informed decisions, and build a fulfilling personal and professional life based on your values, not on the culture of your workplace.

Transform Your Career Today

Ready to take the next step toward a rewarding career while prioritizing your faith and family?

Explore Defiance Academy to learn more about our services and how we can support you in prioritizing your faith and family, overcoming burnout, achieving work-life balance, and addressing workplace discrimination.

At Defiance Academy, you’re not just advancing your career—you’re transforming your life.

Here’s what you can expect at Defiance Academy

I’ll always challenge you to step outside of your comfort zone, but I wont let you be there alone.

I’m unapologetic about prioritizing Islam above all else and challenging cultural norms, whether at home, in our communities, or in the workplace. I’ll challenge you to do the same because I believe Allah (SWT) has given us the power to affect change in our world.

I believe YOU have ultimate control of how you navigate your life and career. And if you stick around with me long enough, I’ll teach you the skills to take control of your destiny.

Here's a gift for you to start with...

Go from "fitting in" to thriving on your terms...

Discover the most powerful strategy to help you achieve career success without sacrificing your faith or family and without burning yourself out.

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How To Achieve Career Success Without Sacrificing Your Faith or Family