Maya Vargas, a dedicated assistant manager at a big box store, feels overlooked for a promotion due to her lack of a college degree despite her capable and innovative work. Frustrated by the limitations placed on her, she laments not pursuing higher education and struggles with the belief that her career has hit a dead end. Her close friend, Joan, fabricates an impressive resume, complete with a falsified persona and fabricated qualifications, which eventually lands Maya an interview at a top-notch New York corporation. To Maya's surprise, the firm's CEO is impressed with the seemingly stellar credentials and hires her for a high-ranking consultancy position, expecting her to deliver transformative ideas.

Maya initially thrives in her new role, utilizing her street smarts and hands-on experience to navigate corporate challenges. However, maintaining the charade becomes increasingly difficult as she encounters sophisticated corporate culture clashes and intricate office politics. The plot delves into Maya's efforts to prove herself based on her actual talents while keeping her past concealed from her colleagues, including her new boss’ daughter, Zoe, who grows suspicious. As the pressure mounts, Maya grapples with ethical dilemmas and the risk of her deception unraveling. The story highlights themes of self-empowerment, authenticity, and the balance between ambition and truth.