Here's a billion-dollar question for you:

If you were a well-qualified legal counsel leading a global team of 50 and spearheading billion-dollar financial transactions at the world's largest banking groups, would you give all that up to deeply dive into building a developing economy in Africa?

Most people would say no, because humans are risk-averse by nature.

But Fatou Sagna Sow isn't most people. She is a change progressive.

Career Change Master: Fatou Sagna Sow

Fatou, born and bred in Paris, has worked as a financial lawyer at Societe Generale and BNP Paribas. After a prestigious stint, she has returned to her roots in Senegal, Africa.

She moved her entire family—her husband and two children—from the glamorous and established life in Paris to the humble and untested grounds in Africa.

Her mother called her "crazy." The salary is a significant downgrade. What motivated her to make such a life-changing move? How did she plan for it? How did she execute it with faith, boldness, and consistency?

A former technical advisor to the President at The Economic, Social, and Environmental Council for Senegal, Fatou is currently the founder and CEO of New Deal Consulting. She is proud of driving economic well-being and technological growth in Senegal by empowering local youth alongside youth from France and other parts of Europe.

Episode Breakdown:

• 2:53 — Returning to Roots: From Parisian upbringing to embracing her African heritage in Senegal.
• 7:48 — Planning the Pivot: The extensive preparation behind a 360-degree transformative move to a new continent.
• 10:38 — Why Senegal? Three driving forces behind the decision for change.
• 14:19 — Political Circles: The journey of serving as a Technical Advisor to the President of Senegal and navigating the corridors of power.
• 18:38 — Confronting Challenges and Difficulties, but…
• 24:09 — Creating Magic with Project Nana: Transforming banana fiber into essential products for women.
• 26:48 — Global Connections: Strengthening Senegal’s ties with countries like Japan, France, Monaco, India, and Korea.

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