It’s been an emotional week, hasn’t it, Reader?

I've been reflecting on my father's passing, which feels like ages ago even though it's only been four months. As the online event production manager for a weekly relationship seminar, I've had some personal revelations about my past marriage and courtships. I've been reminiscing with gratitude about the high standards my dad set, and I miss him dearly, especially as I navigate upcoming speaking engagements on my own. His absence is profound, especially because he used to be my chauffeur on road trip-worthy events.

What I'm Watching on Netflix until the Paralympics return to Peacock on August 28

I binge-watched the final season of "The Umbrella Academy," a sci-fi series involving timeline jumps. I also started watching the documentary "Daughters," which explores Angela Patton's father-daughter dances in the DC, Maryland, Virginia Prison system. Although I couldn't finish it due to the emotional depth, I went down a rabbit hole and stumbled upon Angela Patton's TEDx talk from ten years ago, where the documentary's opening quote originated. It was truly inspiring.

I then watched the recently premiered "Love is Blind UK." Despite never watching the "Love is Blind" franchise before, the UK edition captivated me. It's intriguing to play detective on social media, noticing insights into personal growth and psychological dynamics, while predicting the couples who will still be together at the reunion. Interestingly, I noticed a guy who resembles my ideal partner, serving as a prototype for what I seek in a marriage. Observing his journey reassures me that my future husband is out there. The show's depiction of traditional marital practices resonates deeply with me. I found parallels to my own experiences. I discussed my marriage and divorce in previous See Life Different podcast episodes which you can listen to here and here. I am already envisioning the moment my future husband becomes a guest on my show, completing a full circle.

The Latest Digital Marketing Update and How to Use It to Build Your Digital Footprint

You are now allowed 20 carousels on a single Instagram post. While the feature's effectiveness remains unclear to me, I encourage you to experiment with it. Remember to engage, motivate, and inspire your audience using quotes, images, GIFs, and videos times five. It's a fantastic opportunity to engage your audience and showcase your brand in a creative way through meaningful content that resonates.

Recently, I held a free marketing strategy session with an entrepreneur who champions local CEOs on her platform, monthly. I was offered the opportunity to share my expertise during next month’s virtual session. I shared with her my topics and encouraged her to build her digital footprint. This interaction reminded me to articulate to her the importance of building a digital footprint for an online brand. By showcasing her identity and services through the videos, she can effectively reach new audiences and strengthen her brand presence. It's all about educating, motivating, and inspiring others. Seeking a tailored approach to enhance your thought leadership? I am here for a consultation and will be hosting monthly Zoom sessions on Tuesday evenings starting in September within my community membership group channel which you can learn more about at the end of this message.

Speaking at Black is Tech

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​I'm speaking on a panel at the 6th Annual Black is Tech Conference on August 20 in Houston, Texas!

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Moderated by Chaste Inegbedion, Chief Period Officer at Sanicle.us, this panel features Nimi Bello, Adrian Driscoll, Dr. Talaya Waller, and Jenna Ritten! Join us for an insightful session on how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming workplace community culture for women. Explore AI's intersection with Digital Entertainment, Gaming, Branding, AR/VR, and healthtech.

Get 20% off tickets by going to https://blackistechconference.com and using code ZAAKIRAHM20

I’m speaking at & attending Johnson & Johnson’s 10th #HealtheVoices24 conference September 27-29! ✨🎉🙌
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I’m grateful to join 100+ other leading online health advocates from around the world and across dozens of health communities for an unforgettable weekend of peer-to-peer learning and connection.
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I'm honored that J&J is covering my travel, food and accommodation expenses to attend and speak in New Jersey. I will be leading a 30 minute AI Workshop called Seeing Life through a New Lens: Building Your Online Advocacy Brand. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

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Speaking at Black Travel Expo

Join me at the Black Travel Expo 2024 at the Thompson Atlanta-Buckhead on October 18. I’m speaking on the DEI panel about Accessibility. I'll be having a live podcast recording with some of the speakers. This is also a chance to connect with me and learn brand strategy, podcasting and international travel to Africa.

​http://blacktravelexpo.co​

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I am Zaakirah (zaa-key-ra) Muhammad, a deafblind retinoblastoma cancer survivor, creative tech-savvy entrepreneur and TEDx speaker, who has overcome numerous challenges to achieve success. As a brand cultivating strategist, author, and podcaster, I empower you to step outside of your comfort zone, understand your purpose, and show you how to powerfully tell your story through digital marketing. As your brand therapist, I uncover your blind spots showcasing your superpower.​ ​ Book a Discovery Call Need a short dose of inspiration? Purchase my book, Seeing Life Through a Different Lens, for a how to shift your mindset and operate in gratitude while advocating for yourself through adversity and storytelling featuring my mother and I as we grow through our cancer survivor story. Also available in audiobook and ebook: Purchase Book Copy ​ Ready for accountability and a safe space? Join the private creators thought leadership community with monthly mentorship sessions. ​ Join Creative Community ​ ​ Watch My TEDx Talk Was this email forwarded? Subscribe Here ​​​​​​

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