Instructors

Majid Hussain

Barrister and Chartered Tax Advisor

Harun Dabbagh

Marketing & technology specialist at Meta

Abdul Basit

Chartered Accountant Tax & Technology

Tasif Zaman

Alumni of (LSE) Talent Acquisition

Imran Khan

Chartered Accountant

Lybah Khan

Civil Servant

Ateeq Azhari

Teacher and Qualified Coach

Riana Abbas

Counsellor & Therapist

Majid Hussain

Majid Hussain is a barrister and chartered tax advisor, renowned for his expertise and innovation in tax law. With a passion for self-development, personal branding, and public speaking, Majid has not only excelled in his professional field but has also emerged as a dynamic influencer in the realm of personal growth.

Throughout his career, Majid has seamlessly integrated his tax, legal and professional acumen with a deep commitment to empowering individuals to unlock their full potential. His captivating presentations and workshops on self-development, personal branding, and public speaking have garnered acclaim across borders.

From prestigious institutions in the UK to renowned venues in the USA, Australia, and the UAE, Majid’s insights have inspired countless individuals to strive for excellence. Majid’s workshops delve into various facets of personal and professional growth, including leadership, mental well-being, and character development. With his unique blend of expertise and charisma, Majid continues to leave an indelible mark on those who have the privilege of experiencing his transformative sessions.

Driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence and a genuine desire to empower others, Majid Hussain stands as a beacon of inspiration in both the professional advisory and self-development spheres

Harun Waheed Dabbagh

Harun is a dedicated educator who has spent the past seven years working with schools, academies, and institutions to teach personal development from both Islamic and secular perspectives. He has delivered programs at prestigious institutions such as the London School of Economics, King’s College London, New York University, Google, and Facebook.

After studying for seven years at an independent Islamic school, Harun earned a degree in
Theoretical Physics from King’s College London. He has continued his Islamic studies with esteemed
teachers, focusing on prophetic character, prophetic sayings (Hadith), and spirituality. This unique blend of traditional Islamic scholarship and modern scientific approaches enables him to offer a holistic view on personal development.
Harun has authored several training manuals that provide practical methods for developing
advanced discipline and self-mastery. He also mentors other coaches through this curriculum,
helping them to cultivate high standards in their own practice

Professionally, Harun is a seasoned expert in data analytics, digital marketing, and performance measurement with over 10 years of industry experience. He has a distinguished track record of advising some of the world’s largest FTSE 100 companies and has held pivotal roles at Google, Meta, and currently at TikTok. Additionally, Harun has successfully launched two entrepreneurial ventures in the e-commerce and fashion industries, showcasing his versatility. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Harun serves on the advisory board of The Barakat Trust, a charity dedicated to preserving the heritage of the Islamic world. He has also been an advisory board member of the Queen’s Young Leaders Programme, where he supported young leaders in driving positive change within their communities under the directorship of the late Queen Elizabeth II.

Harun Waheed Dabbagh

Harun is a dedicated educator who has spent the past seven years working with schools, academies, and institutions to teach personal development from both Islamic and secular perspectives. He has delivered programs at prestigious institutions such as the London School of Economics, King’s College London, New York University, Google, and Facebook.

After studying for seven years at an independent Islamic school, Harun earned a degree in
Theoretical Physics from King’s College London. He has continued his Islamic studies with esteemed
teachers, focusing on prophetic character, prophetic sayings (Hadith), and spirituality. This unique blend of traditional Islamic scholarship and modern scientific approaches enables him to offer a holistic view on personal development.

Harun has authored several training manuals that provide practical methods for developing advanced discipline and self-mastery. He also mentors other coaches through this curriculum, helping them to cultivate high standards in their own practice

Professionally, Harun is a seasoned expert in data analytics, digital marketing, and performance measurement with over 10 years of industry experience. He has a distinguished track record of advising some of the world’s largest FTSE 100 companies and has held pivotal roles at Google, Meta, and currently at TikTok. Additionally, Harun has successfully launched two entrepreneurial ventures in the e-commerce and fashion industries, showcasing his versatility. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Harun serves on the advisory board of The Barakat Trust, a charity dedicated to preserving the heritage of the Islamic world. He has also been an advisory board member of the Queen’s Young Leaders Programme, where he supported young leaders in driving positive change within their communities under the directorship of the late Queen Elizabeth II.

abdul basit

Abdul Basit is a Chartered Accountant with extensive experience in Europe and the Middle East. As a Partner at a global accountancy and consulting firm, he leads the Middle East region, offering services in finance, HR, procurement, tax, and technology. Leading a large organisation, he is deeply committed to developing people and leadership. As an instructor at Wiselife Academy, Abdul Basit is passionate about self-development and dedicates his spare time to helping individuals deal with personal and mental challenges.

Tasif Zaman

Tasif Zaman is a HR professional with 10 years of experience across diverse organizations from the private sector, government, education, and charities in the UK and Middle East. He graduated with BSc Politics and Philosophy from the London School of Economics and is a Chartered Member of CIPD. Tasif’s expertise extends beyond traditional HR roles. He is a trusted People leader, seasoned career coach and an active volunteer, contributing significantly to the development of teams and organisations. With extensive experience in developing
and facilitating workshops for corporate professionals, Tasif is also committed to community engagement, actively involved in mentoring and leadership development within BAME communities across London and the UK.

His interest in high-performance and leadership has led him to study and explore emerging fields such as Spiritual Intelligence and Ethical Leadership, focusing on their practical applications in corporate settings. He has completed multiple leadership programs, including a certificate in Action-Centered Leadership (ACL), developed by John Adair, the world’s first leadership professor.

Tasif Zaman

Tasif Zaman is a HR professional with 10 years of experience across diverse organizations from the private sector, government, education, and charities in the UK and Middle East. He graduated with BSc Politics and Philosophy from the London School of Economics and is a Chartered Member of CIPD. Tasif’s expertise extends beyond traditional HR roles. He is a trusted People leader, seasoned career coach and an active volunteer, contributing significantly to the development of teams and organisations. With extensive experience in developing
and facilitating workshops for corporate professionals, Tasif is also committed to community engagement, actively involved in mentoring and leadership development within BAME communities across London and the UK.

His interest in high-performance and leadership has led him to study and explore emerging fields such as Spiritual Intelligence and Ethical Leadership, focusing on their practical applications in corporate settings. He has completed multiple leadership programs, including a certificate in Action-Centered Leadership (ACL), developed by John Adair, the world’s first leadership professor.

imran khan

Imran Khan is a seasoned city professional and chartered accountant, with nearly a decade of
experience in audit and risk management across the financial services sector. An alumnus of the London School of Economics, Imran has worked for two of the Big 4 consultancy firms (EY and PwC), JP Morgan and the London Stock Exchange Group.

Alongside his finance career, Imran has a keen interest in psychology which led him to train and achieve a postgraduate diploma in Psychosynthesis counselling, where he now also operates part-time as a qualified mental health counsellor. Imran has actively volunteered with mental health charities such as Samaritans, providing emotional support to individuals in crisis. Additionally, he has also mentored numerous students and professionals in their career development, and provides regular self-development classes in his local community.

lybah khan

Lybah Khan is an accomplished English Literature graduate from Queen Mary University of London, currently working as an executive officer for DWP. With a diverse professional background spanning education, accountancy, consultancy, and real estate, bringing a wealth of experience to her current role. Furthermore, Lybah is currently studying Islamic sciences in contemporary contexts, further enriching her understanding and perspective in her educational endeavours.

Lastly, she is committed to community service and continuous learning. As she has volunteered with youth groups, contributed to marketing initiatives for self-development courses, and coordinated projects, events and workshops for non-profit organisations.

lybah khan

Lybah Khan is an accomplished English Literature graduate from Queen Mary University of London, currently working as an executive officer for DWP. With a diverse professional background spanning education, accountancy, consultancy, and real estate, bringing a wealth of experience to her current role. Furthermore, Lybah is currently studying Islamic sciences in contemporary contexts, further enriching her understanding and perspective in her educational endeavours.

Lastly, she is committed to community service and continuous learning. As she has volunteered with youth groups, contributed to marketing initiatives for self-development courses, and coordinated projects, events and workshops for non-profit organisations.

ateeq Azhari

Abdul Basit is a Chartered Accountant with experience in Europe and Middle-East. As a Partner at a global accountancy & consulting firms he leads the Middle-East region with services in the field of Finance, HR, Procurement, Tax and Technology. Running a large organization means developing people and leadership continuously. As an instructor at Wiselife Academy he is passionate about self-development and in his spare time loves helping people deal with individual mental and other problems.

riana abbas

Riana Abbas is a qualified integrative counsellor with over 12 years of experience across various sectors of the community and professional organisations. She began her career working with the BAME community, offering one-on-one counselling and conducting workshops on parenting, marriage, and addiction.

Riana aims to provide faith-based and holistic counselling, educating the community and bridging the gap between culture and Islamic studies. She tailors her counselling to meet specific cultural and religious needs.

For the past seven years, Riana has worked as a counsellor in secondary and primary schools, helping young adults manage their emotions and navigate academic and social challenges. She continually develops her qualifications, having gained certifications in play therapy, PTSD, and currently studying Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. Riana has also hosted a series of live podcasts with guest speakers, discussing key issues such as body image, stress and anxiety, mother-daughter relationships, and the psychological effects of social media.

riana abbas

Riana Abbas is a qualified integrative counsellor with over 12 years of experience across various sectors of the community and professional organisations. She began her career working with the BAME community, offering one-on-one counselling and conducting workshops on parenting, marriage, and addiction.

Riana aims to provide faith-based and holistic counselling, educating the community and bridging the gap between culture and Islamic studies. She tailors her counselling to meet specific cultural and religious needs.

For the past seven years, Riana has worked as a counsellor in secondary and primary schools, helping young adults manage their emotions and navigate academic and social challenges. She continually develops her qualifications, having gained certifications in play therapy, PTSD, and currently studying Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. Riana has also hosted a series of live podcasts with guest speakers, discussing key issues such as body image, stress and anxiety, mother-daughter relationships, and the psychological effects of social media.