01/05/2026
Reflecting on five years of running my consultancy since reaching that milestone this past April! 💫I’ve realised this path is as much a personal transformation as a professional one.
I intentionally chose to celebrate quietly last month to enjoy the achievement privately, but reflecting now, I wanted to share a bit of that journey and say a huge THANK YOU for all the support. These five years have taught me more than any other chapter of my career.
If I could go back and speak to myself five years ago, I would say:
"Sabiha,
🫣 You will have days when you think, 'What have I done?' You will doubt your decisions and second-guess your path. Finance will be your least favourite task, but it is the most important!
💫 Look for the light. You will be inspired by the community around you. Being 'out there' will enrich you in a way that four office walls never could.
😊 Find your tribe. Find the people who encourage you to do better. You will occasionally be tested, but those moments are few compared to the support of a true community.
💜 Give back. The intrinsic reward is immense."
To anyone else thinking about going solo: enjoy the journey. For me, my faith is my anchor; having Tawaqqul in the Almighty and trusting that what is meant for you will never miss you. We can only put in the hard work and believe!
As the saying goes: “Que Sera, Sera. Whatever will be, will be.” ✨
I am so grateful to everyone who has trusted me. My own experience with the barriers small business owners face is exactly why I’m so passionate about providing high-quality HR support.