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Hello! I’m Shakira Johnson, the founder of SCJ Advisory Studio.

My life’s journey has taken me from the vibrant streets of New York City to the serene landscapes of the island of Dominica, the dynamic energy of Florida, the rich culture of France, and the structured yet open-minded spirit of the Netherlands. These diverse experiences have shaped my belief that true balance comes from embracing life’s contrasts rather than separating who we are from what we do.

Professionally, over the last decade I have worn many hats, from delivering exceptional service in the hospitality industry to mentoring teachers and students in educational settings and leading large-scale projects in the corporate world. Across all these roles, one truth stands out: success is deeply rooted in trust and human connection.

At SCJ Advisory Studio, I blend strategic insight with a deep understanding of people to help you align your personal and professional ambitions with the realities of your world. My mission is to turn potential conflicts into harmonious growth, creating a path where your goals and reality converge seamlessly.

 

“Working with Shakira gave our team the clarity and confidence we needed to move forward with purpose.” — Samual from Ghana

Let Us Make Progress Together

Whether you are navigating friction, realigning your team, or simply seeking a more effective way forward, I would love to hear what meaningful progress looks like for you.

To ensure each collaboration gets the focus it deserves, I take on only a few new clients per quarter.

If you value trust, alignment, and lasting results, let us explore what we can build, together.

 

Let’s Connect the Right Way

Whether you are ready to begin or just want to stay in touch, here are two ways we can connect:

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The Creative Reset: Finding Structure & Momentum

Industry: Fashion
Individual: A creative director and entrepreneur
The Challenge: Feeling overwhelmed and unmotivated, struggling with disorganization and inconsistent results

The Solution:
1. Optimized scheduling based on peak productivity and lifestyle.
2. Prioritizing client acquisition to focus on high-impact actions.
3. Creating clear workflows to reduce chaos and increase efficiency.

The Result: With a clear head and structured approach, creativity flourished, leading to three new clients within a month. Now, success feels natural and in control, replacing overwhelm with confidence and momentum.

 

Bridging Gaps, Creating Impact

Industry: Agriculture
Team: 15 team members in Cameroon
The Challenge: Limited access to global IT systems, making communication difficult and preventing knowledge-sharing. No documented processes or visibility on best practices, leaving the team disconnected from global operations.

The Solution: 
1. Integrated the team into the global IT system, enabling real-time communication.
2. Developed and documented clear processes to improve workflow.
3. Created knowledge-sharing channels for cross-country collaboration.
4. Connected with leadership to align with company-wide supply chain strategies.

The Result: The team finally felt included, empowered, and part of the global network, leading to stronger collaboration and a deeper sense of belonging. Some team members were so moved by the transformation that they became emotional, recognizing the impact of finally being connected, seen and valued.

 

Building Trust in a Diverse University Team

Industry: Education
Team: 26 teachers (13 nationalities, 4 generations)
The Challenge: The team lead sought to build trust, but the team itself resisted the idea. Hidden tensions affected collaboration.

The Solution: A 3-Step Workshop Series focusing on:

Session 1: Foundations of Trust
Session 2: Applying Trust in Real Scenarios
Session 3: Integrating Trust into Daily Work

The Result: Open communication and structured feedback helped the team acknowledge underlying issues, leading to improved trust and collaboration. Post-workshop feedback was overwhelmingly positive.