FOUNDER'S STORY

 

🌟 Nafije Prishtina, M.S., IDS – Founder & Lead Coach

Nafije (Naa-fee-ya) means Creator of Good, and she lives her purpose daily by guiding others toward clarity, balance, and fulfillment.

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She first launched Shining Stars Connect, her personal leadership and coaching business, where she empowered clients locally and internationally to design meaningful lives through mindful time management and the 4S Success System (Shine, Simplify, Strengthen, Sustain). Her framework grew into both an online training program and practical tools, including her book Connected with 4S and the Connected Life Planner.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Nafije expanded her impact by joining the University of Central Florida as an Instructional Technology Specialist. There, she has been instrumental in developing and supporting Special Programs, non-academic professional development courses that serve the broader community. She also contributed her expertise and offers a free time management course to UCF Continuing Education, extending her mission of helping busy professionals stay focused and productive.

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Nafije’s story began with resilience. As a refugee from Kosovo in 1999, she arrived in the United States determined to rebuild her life. She learned English, pursued higher education, and eventually earned her Master’s in Interdisciplinary Studies, specializing in Cognitive Sciences and Instructional Design.

Today, she continues to shine as an author, speaker, consultant, and instructional designer, integrating her personal journey with professional expertise to inspire others to connect with their purpose and achieve balance in all areas of life.