Breaking Cultural Codes That Keep Latino Leaders Silent
Summary
What if the biggest barrier to innovation isn’t lack of talent, but cultural dissonance silencing brilliant minds? After nearly 10 years of Latinas sharing their secrets with me, I’ve discovered how collective mindset conditioning clashes with individual-focused business culture. Latinas taught that visibility, ambition, and self-promotion are taboo unconsciously sabotage their potential. One executive never pitched her game-changing strategy - not from imposter syndrome, but because visibility felt like betraying her cultural values. This session reveals how to break these codes while honoring our culture.
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Contributors
- Denise Soler Cox
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