Carol Musyoka on Walking Away from Banking, & Lessons in Money

In this episode of Financially Incorrect, we sit down with the remarkable Carol Musyoka – lawyer, banker, corporate titan turned entrepreneur and boardroom powerhouse. Carol shares the untold story of why she chose to walk away from one of the most high‑profile banking jobs in Kenya. Not in scandal, not in fear, but in pursuit of peace, authenticity, and a life on her own terms. She dives into the emotional and financial cost of constantly showing up for everyone but yourself, and how her quiet exit became the most liberating move she’s ever made. From navigating power dynamics in male‑dominated spaces to understanding how money influences marriage, dating, and identity, Carol drops unfiltered gems on leadership, legacy, and the limits of ambition. This episode is a masterclass in personal evolution. We unpack what it means to be a woman in power without losing your soul, how to recognize when it’s time to leave even when everyone else thinks you’re winning and why the bravest thing you can do is walk away before the applause ends. Whether you’re stuck in a job that pays well but costs you peace, or trying to redefine success beyond your job title and salary, this conversation will shift something in you.