In this inspiring episode of The Shameless Podcast, host Dzikamai Gangaidzo sits down with automotive industry professional Khodani to unpack her journey of growth, resilience, and transformation in one of the world’s toughest industries. From navigating gender dynamics in male-dominated spaces to redefining career setbacks as stepping stones, Khodani shares her personal evolution and the mindset shifts that helped her thrive through uncertainty.

You’ll learn:

- Why self-awareness is the foundation of career growth

- How to adapt when your role — or the industry — shifts unexpectedly

- Why resilience and humility matter more than perfection

- The importance of mentors, allies, and community in shaping your career

- How to turn setbacks into setups for greater opportunities

Takeaways:

- You teach people how to treat you

- Inviting yourself into rooms matters more than waiting for permission

- Nobody cares until you show them why they should- Failure is feedback, not the end

- Your environment can be either your fuel or your stumbling block

- Careers aren’t found in job descriptions; they’re created by chasing curiosity