A weekly discussion, point-by-point, on the book "Tried and Tested: 123 Guidelines For Collective Islamic Work" by Imam Naseeb Khan. This book packs 40 years of experience into short, clear principles for success in any collective Muslim endeavor, from MSAs and youth groups to masjid boards and international relief organizations. From precepts of Islam to personal development, administration, da'wah, and networking, these guidelines will help any Muslim looking to make a difference in their community and beyond. Hosted by Jawaad Khan and author Imam Naseeb Khan. Buy the book at CollectiveIslamicWork.com
In Point #4, we discuss the importance of establishing Islam in every aspect of the group. But why does keeping standards matter so much, even to the extent of not being late to programs and meetings? What can happen when a group member's personal character comes Into question? How do we deal with the "don't judge me" culture that flies in the face of trying to enforce ideals upon the group?Join Imam Naseeb Khan and co-host Jawaad Ahmad Khan as they speak on this imperative area of establishing standards within the Islamic group. Listen as they provide examples and guidance around holding members to those standards without shunning or alienating them.Get your own copy of "Tried and Tested" at CollectiveIslamicWork.com//To support this show, please rate, review, and subscribe on iTunes, and to support us with a donation, visit Paypal.me/jawaadkThis show is produced and edited by Jawaad Ahmad Khan.
In Point #3, we delve into the invisible factors that can unravel a group, and specifically, to avoid the minor, petty issues that can arise. But why is internal strife more important to deal with than external criticism? How should a group's structure allow for its members to share their opinions without diluting the group's mission? Why is the "bottom line" of a group so important for every member to know?Join Imam Naseeb Khan and co-host Jawaad Ahmad Khan as they discuss the role of feedback within a group, and how it should be a means of improving the group, but with a process in place for it. Listen as they bring examples of accessible leadership, while maintaining order within a group.Get your own copy of "Tried and Tested" at CollectiveIslamicWork.com//To support this show, please rate, review, and subscribe on iTunes, and to support us with a donation, visit Paypal.me/jawaadkThis show is produced and edited by Jawaad Ahmad Khan.
In Point #2 we discuss the idea that the Prophet (s) came with a message and a method. But how do we best manifest this methodology? Why should an Islamic group not start by gathering a large amount of people as its first step? What is the measure by which we validate the methods and strategies we use in the Islamic work?Join Imam Naseeb Khan and co-host Jawaad Ahmad Khan as they dive into the "what" and the "how" of establishing any Islamic effort. Listen as they discern between the different ways Muslims start their groups, and how to best establish them with correctness and effectiveness.Get your own copy of "Tried and Tested" at CollectiveIslamicWork.com//To support this show, please rate, review, and subscribe on iTunes, and to support us with a donation, visit Paypal.me/jawaadkThis show is produced and edited by Jawaad Ahmad Khan.
In our inaugural episode, we talk about the story behind "Tried and Tested: 123 Guidelines For Collective Islamic Work." But how did a short flight from Guyana birth this book? What is its first point, and why did it start out talking about halaal and haraam? What are the foundations an Islamic group should be built upon?Join Imam Naseeb Khan and his son and co-host Jawaad Ahmad Khan as they discuss this important starting point for any Islamic group. Listen as they distinguish the essentiality of knowing the source and goal of your work: Allah.Get your own copy of the book at CollectiveIslamicWork.com//To support this show, please rate, review, and subscribe on iTunes, and to support us with a donation, visit Paypal.me/jawaadkThis show is produced and edited by Jawaad Ahmad Khan.