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About

Everyone has a unique career journey. For Muslim women, common career advice and coaching fail to incorporate the importance of prioritizing faith and family along with career success.Ā  No matter where you areĀ in your career, the right career strategy can help you reach your career goals without compromising your faith or family.

NICE TO MEET YOU

I'mĀ Dr. Qaali Hussein

AsĀ a mom of six, a full-time double-board-certified trauma surgeon, and a hijabi Muslimah, the ONE thing I wish I had access to earlier in my careerĀ is career strategy.Ā  The reality of an unwelcoming workplace that saw my personal and professional goals as mutually exclusive goals was an obstacle I never thought I would face.Ā Ā I never expected thatĀ my hard work and professional achievements would be overshadowed by the fact that I chose toĀ hold onto my values and prioritize my family. In myĀ first interview, my resume was dismissively tossed across the table, accompanied by the stinging comment thatĀ I had accomplished "nothing!" But with a defiant mindset and a little hard work, I was able to land a fantastic full-time job doing what I love that gave me the flexibility to spend time raising my children.Ā Ā 

Now I use what I’ve learned to help people just like you balance their faith, family, and career. I’ll show you how to prioritize your values, advocate for yourself, and accomplish all your goals without burning out.

Prioritize Your Values

Stop compromising your life and learn how to put your core values first.

Advocate For Yourself

Learn the power of self-advocacy and take charge of your career and life.

Work Smarter, Not Harder

Learn how toĀ achieve your career and personal goals without the burnout.

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My Story

I always knew I wanted to become a surgeon, so I worked hard to become the first person in my family to become a surgeon. In medical school and residency, I quickly learned that success meant After graduation, I thought my future was a guaranteed success. Then once I started having to make student loan payments, my dreams of a better life seemed out of reach.

I felt frustrated and helpless, but I had worked too hard to let my dreams slip away. I dove into financial literacy and came up with a system that allowed me to eliminate debt, save more, and invest for my future. Now I empower others on their journey to financial freedom.

"Working with Riley has changed my life. I’m only 2 months away from debt-free!"

- Martin Marino

"Last year, I was 49 with no retirement savings. Thanks to Riley, I’m now financially on track."

- Bill Bayaud

"From buried in debt to living the life of my dreams, Thank you, Riley!"

- Susan Smith

Why I Do It

Financial literacy is not a term I ever heard growing up. While my parents did their best to provide for our family, they lived paycheck to paycheck most of their lives. Seeing my family struggle inspired me to aim higher. But despite my best efforts, I still found myself drowning in debt.

Once I was debt-free, I realized that the methods I used could help others like me who wanted the same but didn’t grow up with the framework to make it happen. So I made it my mission to help as many people as possible create healthy financial habits and a better life for themselves and their families.

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