The Cost of Being the Strong One | Korrine Sky
Episode notes
What if your greatest reinvention begins with the chapter you never planned for?
In the first episode of Her Executive Diary, Ruth Kudzai sits down with Korrine Sky for an honest conversation about resilience, identity, entrepreneurship and rebuilding after life's biggest disruptions.
From arriving in the UK undocumented and building a business at just 16, to studying medicine in Ukraine and leading humanitarian support during the war, Korrine reflects on the moments that shaped the woman she is today. Together, they explore what it means to carry responsibility from a young age, embrace unexpected pivots and redefine success on your own terms.
Content note: This episode includes discussion of war, displacement, trauma and mental health. Some listeners may find these topics distressing. Please listen with care.
In this episode:
- Growing up undocumented in the UK
- Building a business out of necessity
- Reinvention and identity
- Studying medicine in Ukraine
- Leadership during the Ukraine crisis
- ADHD and self-discovery
- The hidden cost of always being the strong one
- Purpose, legacy and impact
If you've ever questioned your next chapter or wondered whether your setbacks have a purpose, this conversation is for you.
Connect with Korrine Sky Instagram: @korrinesky LinkedIn: Korrine Sky Website: www.korrinesky.co.uk
Connect with Ruth Kudzai Instagram: @ruthkudzai LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ruthkudzai Website: www.ruthkudzai.co.uk