We had the good fortune of connecting with Fatima Alikhan and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Fatima, how has your perspective on work-life balance evolved over time?
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My perspective on work-life balance has evolved significantly. I believe that achieving a balance that works for me is key to leading a fulfilling and meaningful life. Once I adopted this perspective, the steps towards success in my personal and professional life became easier; leaving to overall fulfillment and happiness.

In the early stages of my career, I was deeply focused on establishing myself professionally. I put in long hours and sacrificed personal time with family to be able to excel in my role. At that time, I viewed work as a top priority, believing that earning success in my career directly connected with sacrificing my personal life. Making plans with my family and friends would always be a gamble and I often would be unreliable or flighty due to my work priorities.

As I gained more experience, I started to realize the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. This mindset improved my overall well-being and boosted my productivity. I’m learning that being overworked and stressed is not sustainable in the long run. Self-care, hobbies, and spending quality time with family and friends are prioritized along with my career. Taking breaks and pursuing activities outside of work is essential for mental and emotional health.

Now, I approach work-life balance as more of a dynamic and ongoing journey rather than a desired goal. This balance directly impacts my mental and emotional health which makes me more present in what I’m committed to. I strive to find harmony between my professional responsibilities and personal life.

Can you give our readers an introduction to your business? Maybe you can share a bit about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
Flight Selective is an aviation oriented luxury lifestyle brand curating opulent experiences through various outlets in flight. At Flight Selective, we believe that every journey, no matter how big or small, deserves to be extraordinary. Established a year ago, we embarked on a mission to curate a collection of premium products that elevate your travel experience and enhance your everyday life.

Flight Selective has a store for all your travel essentials. Luggage, storage, and technology are some features that are inclusive in a luxury travel lifestyle. The store includes some of the top of line products to enhance your travel experience in the most exclusive way.

For those looking for an exquisite luxury travel experience for an event, special occasion, or business, or leisure, request a quote at anytime, to anywhere. Design your ideal flight experiences with our aviation specialist.

Flight Selective also provides a community for aviation enthusiasts to learn more about aircrafts, luxury travel, careers in aviation, airline announcements, and flight related news.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
Anytime a friend has come to visit Houston, showcasing the food is the highlight of the trip! The first restaurant stop is Stuff’d Wings and let them get their first taste of Texas. Exploring includes a few visits to the pool, culturally historical tours, and experiencing the city’s nightlife take up a majority of the visit.
Sundays are reserved for church and brunch. Churches such as Lakewood is a magnanimous experience for anyone visiting Texas. Brunch on Sundays at the best food spots in Midtown is a staple in the city’s culture.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
Alhamdollilah thank you to God. Believe and you will achieve! Any decision I’ve been faced with, I’ve taken the time to pray, consulted God, and moved forward knowing the outcome will always be a deposit towards a blessing.

My son, Sulaiman, thank you. For always supporting me during my challenging times and encouraging me through my achievements. I love you.

To my friends and family, thank you for supporting me. It meant everything especially during the toughest of times.

The fashion designers, videographers, producers, writers, cinematographers, entrepreneurs, musicians, photographers, attorneys, pilots, firefighters, artists, architects, graphic designers, consultants, influencers, aestheticians, and teachers of Houston who impacted my growth. Thank you!!

Website: Flightselective.com

Instagram: @msfatimaali

Image Credits
Tre Fuller (purple dress images) Johnny Wilson

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