Star Quality
Najmah (pronounced NAHJ mah) literally means ‘star’ in the Swahili/Arabic language, and it is no coincidence that Najmah’s professional philosophy is based on a star mnemonic. In every service delivered, research effort conducted, or course instructed, Najmah strives to be strategic, transparent, agile, and responsive:
- Strategic: Najmah’s services and products are tactical, purposeful, and methodical. Najmah specializes in helping individuals and organizations clarify their primary mission, articulate meaningful goals, and identify viable, measurable objectives. Najmah fosters a clear and consistent pursuit of excellence.
- Transparent: Najmah meets the needs of her customers by maintaining candor and authenticity. This allows for work to be conducted as a collaborative partnership, with both parties having a true understanding of shared expectations and responsibilities. Najmah’s methods are clear and understandable. Najmah operates with unambiguous style.
- Agile: Najmah approaches projects with an open mind and a commitment to flexibility. Her services are tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual and organization. Najmah encourages her customers to develop an empathetic connection with the world around them. Confidentiality and discretion are valued in each interaction; Najmah is a champion of integrity.
- Responsive: Najmah is dedicated to providing prompt, efficient and effective services. Najmah constantly scans the environment to ensure her techniques are aligned with the most recent promising practice in the field. When interfacing with clients, Najmah is well-organized and considerate of the customer’s needs. Najmah treats each individual and organizational interaction with grace.
Equity
Najmah’s mission is to provide star-quality services and products to individuals and organizations that will result in their enhanced capacity to effect economic and social equity. In executing this mission, Najmah primarily seeks clients who are (and serve those who are) underrepresented in academia, entrepreneurship, organized philanthropy, public administration, and public policy.
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