How Humility Holds Us Back: From Survival to Strategy w/ Grace Mosuro

"Humility is not what drives success for Black women in the workplace. Humility holds us back" - Grace Mosuro

"Fake it until you make it. Fake it until it feels natural" - Grace Mosuro

“Build your network before you need it. The people pitching you in rooms you’re not in? You meet them now.” - Grace Mosuro

Summary:

In this episode of BLKGirl Ambition, host Niya Baxter is joined by Grace Mosuro, a global culture strategist, for a conversation that challenges how Black women are taught to navigate ambition, visibility, and voice. Together, they explore the tension between audacity and permission, the often-overlooked skills Black women develop in professional spaces, and the radical act of choosing joy and softness in environments that don’t always make space for either. Grace shares her personal journey toward authenticity, the importance of knowing your worth in salary negotiations, and why collaboration—not competition—is key to collective success. This episode is a reminder that your ambition is not up for negotiation—and neither is your value.

Keywords:

Black women, empowerment, humility, career growth, authenticity, negotiation, joy, hidden skills, collaboration

Takeaways:

Audacity is crucial for success; stop asking for permission.

Choosing softness and joy is essential for well-being.

Negotiating salaries is a skill that needs practice.

Collaboration can enhance success without competition.

Black women often possess unrecognized skills in the workplace.

Joy is an intentional choice, not a constant state.

Building a network is vital for future opportunities.

Discussing salary openly can empower others.

Self-care and prioritizing oneself is not selfish.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Black Girl Ambition

00:39 Meet Grace Masuro: A Journey of Resilience

02:45 The Audacity to Be Authentic

08:28 Navigating Corporate Spaces: Audacity vs. Collaboration

13:05 Negotiating Your Worth: Strategies for Success

16:21 The Importance of Transparency in Salary Discussions

18:35 The Hidden Resume: Unspoken Skills of Black Women

21:15 Choosing Selfishness: Prioritizing Personal Well-being

25:19 Networking: Building Relationships Before You Need Them

27:12 Choosing Softness and Joy in a Challenging World

34:37 Parting Wisdom: The Importance of Financial Transparency

Reach out to Grace Mosuro to connect!

Website: https://www.aquaintzconsulting.co.uk/

Social Media: @gracemosuro on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok

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