Coaching Philosophy

Do you find it challenging to balance work with quality time for your family, friends, and personal care? Do you struggle to pray on time and focus due to worldly distractions? Are you looking to maintain a consistent relationship with the Quran but find it difficult to connect? Are you determined to become the best version of yourself in serving Allah in all aspects of your life but don't know how?

Achieving this balance is within your reach! Our Creator assures us...

Allah says in the Quran, 2:286

God does not burden a soul more than it can bear.

How can you realize your full potential in the various roles assigned to you by Allah SWT?

Allah says in the Quran, 13:28

No doubt, by the remembrance of Allah, hearts find comfort.

Through TaQwa (God-centered) habits, bring Allah's remembrance to every part of your life. This will make you excel in all key areas and have a heart filled with contentment.

Testimonials

“in the midst my job, volunteering positions, responsibilities towards family and personal development goals I experienced it as a challenge to keep my intentions and focus directed towards the pleasure of Allah. Haneef helped me doing just that. He put me in charge of my own progress while equiping me with the right tools and asking the right questions. I can recommend Haneef as coach for anyone who seeks to improve in any of his roles, whether it be as family member, friend, volunteer or professional. Haneef will remind you that in all of these roles, you are serving Allah.”

Abdelhakim Aknouz. Legal Expert, The Netherlands

“I joined Haneef's 7-week coaching program at a difficult point in my life. Having faced discrimination and job loss, I was struggling with low confidence, demotivation, and a sense of hopelessness. While I initially saw the program as secondary to my job search, Haneef's guidance helped me realize its true value. Haneef's compassionate and supportive nature made me feel heard and understood. He embodies the true spirit of Islam, radiating kindness and wisdom. His approach helped me shift my perspective from one consumed by negativity to one focused on gratitude and trust in Allah's plan. Through the program, I learned to appreciate the journey, not just the destination. I began incorporating essential Islamic practices into my daily life, like consistently praying Fajr and cultivating a mindset of continuous gratitude. These changes had a profound impact on my overall well-being. If you're feeling lost, alone, or simply need a compassionate and trustworthy guide, I highly recommend connecting with Haneef. His coaching program, rooted in Islamic principles, can help you navigate challenges, rediscover your strength, and reconnect with your faith. Jazakallah khair, Haneef, for your invaluable support.”

Anonymous, Researcher, The Netherlands

“I was often feeling restless and stressed. Thanks to the coaching program I learned to be more intentional and bring the remembrance of Allah in my day. Moreover, I gained the habit of reflecting on my days on a positive way. It helped me to learn to help myself and to feel good, to take rest whenever needed so that I can be more productive and focus well. I learned to use my time more efficiently. During the coaching session I got different kinds of assignments and all were very useful. Haneef is very understanding and honest and always provided useful in-depth feedback.”

Anonymous, Quality Assurance Officer, The Netherlands

“I have always struggled with keeping a balance of all my activities of life. I’m a mother. Being a mother is a job that requires one to wear various hats simultaneously. Haneef helped me so much by explaining - the true meaning of Barakah. - ⁠The miracle of intentional actions. - ⁠constant support that I needed in the form of -answering all my queries -quelling my negative thoughts -helping me to look upwards and positive I would highly recommend the coaching program to anyone who needs support in any area of life. Professional, personal , educational or familial.”

Sarah. Mother, Texas, USA.

Is this coaching program for you?

Do you want to level up your life? Are you seeking a way to emerge from challenges stronger? Do you desire more focus in this distracted world? Do you aspire to become a positive role model to those around you? All by integrating the remembrance of Allah into your daily life. Bismillah. Let’s discuss it.

  • Develop a high aspiring intention, purpose, and vision for your life.

  • Strengthen your spiritual foundations with the right mindset, values, and rituals.

  • Create a purpose-driven work system to navigate with tranquility and peace.

  • Direct your focus, energy, and time towards practicing excellence (Ihsan) with a contented heart.

  • Develop God-centered habits in various areas to lead a Barakah-filled life.

Meet your Coach

Haneef Shijaz

Haneef is a Certified Productivity Trainer from The Productive Muslim Company, with nine years of experience in higher education, research, and mentoring. He also contributes as an online writer for TaQwa Minds_Substack, which provides TaQwa-filled, easy-to-integrate tools for daily life. As an academic in Chemical Engineering, he faced career setbacks in 2020. Despite seeking professional support, he still felt empty and lacked balance in his life roles. With God’s grace, Haneef has been researching faith-based mindfulness and productivity and found it to be sustaining and holistic compared to its godless alternatives. He has launched TaQwa Minds to help the community embrace TaQwa habits to get closer to Allah in every aspect of their lives. Haneef is passionate about education and brings unique skills in educational design, instruction, and mentoring from renowned universities such as TU Delft and TU Eindhoven. Our vision is for people to be mindful of God, productive, and excel in their roles by making the remembrance of Allah the highest priority.

What will you get

  • Weekly live one-on-one session

    In one-on-one weekly sessions, I will help you explore your patterns more deeply, remove bottlenecks, and promote your strengths in bringing Allah's remembrance to your daily life.

  • Powerful tools

    During the program, you will be introduced to and equipped with powerful tools to enhance your mindfulness and productivity.

  • Extra Personal support

    Outside of coaching sessions, you can contact me directly through Telegram. Feel free to share your thoughts, complete exercises, and get unstuck!

Take your First step to a Barakah-Filled Journey

بِسْمِ ٱللَّٰهِ ٱلرَّحْمَٰنِ ٱلرَّحِيمِ

Are you ready to transition from feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and unbalanced to finding contentment through deep mindfulness of Allah, increased productivity, and excellence in your life? Feel free to schedule a call with me.