What happens when a Black woman decides to rewrite the rules of a white-dominated industry? Meet Ashley Mustafaa, founder of Khloe’s Thoughts Editing, who turned her love of grammar into a thriving business—and didn’t ask for permission.
In this episode of The Black Woman in the Corner Office, Dr. Ebony Stone dives deep with Ashley on her journey from pre-med dreams to editorial empire. They talk gatekeeping in publishing, undercharging, mentorship, and the fire it takes to succeed as a Black woman entrepreneur.
Whether you're a writer, editor, or entrepreneur, this conversation will inspire you to own your brilliance, charge your worth, and create space for others to thrive.
🔥 Topics Covered:
- Breaking barriers in the editing industry
- How undercharging almost cost her everything
- Why mentorship matters
- The reality of Black women in publishing
- Tools that helped her build a legit brand
🔥 Resources:
- Reach Dr. Stone - www.drebonystone.com
- Reach Ashley Mustafaa - www.kloesthoughtsediting.com
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