by rose garnett

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Suzan Mutesi On Making Sacrifices, The Importance Of A Solid Support System And Why Preparation Is Key

"My mum is my hero. She moved to Australia when I was two by herself to make a better life for us all. I think that kind of tenacity, fire and drive from her to make a sacrifice has stuck with me. I think her ability to always be striving for better and striving for success even when we had nothing was remarkable."

Suzan Mutesi, Actor & Author

"Growing up in an African family there are expectations to be a doctor and to be in a job that gives you enough money so you can take care of the family. So, being a creative was not considered to be a job and my family didn’t understand, a lot of the time, what I was doing."

"Surround yourself with people who aren’t afraid to say your name. People who will always put you forward when they hear an opportunity come up. You don’t want people who are threatened by your success, you want people who will lift you up no matter what.pride."