Here Comes the Sun

Introduction:

• Welcome back to the "Here Comes the Sun" podcast!
• A brief overview of today's episode focuses on embracing multifaceted identities and challenging black and white titles.
• A personal anecdote will be shared about the challenges and benefits of navigating multiple identities.

Segment 1: Embracing Multiple Identities

• The episode will delve into the journey of a first-gen Latina professional, legislative director, MBA student, small business owner of aguas frescas, wife, mentor, and coach.
• Discussion on the societal pressures to fit into specific roles and the impact on personal growth and authenticity.

Segment 2: Shifting Mindsets and Beliefs

• Exploring the idea that one can be pro-worker while also understanding business profit margins will be discussed.
• Personal experiences of navigating these dual perspectives and the importance of providing constructive feedback in organizations will be shared.

Segment 3: The Importance of Knowing Your Values

• Tips and techniques for identifying and defining core values will be provided.
• Examples of how living by one's values positively impacts decision-making and overall well-being will be discussed.

Conclusion:

• A recap of the main points discussed in the episode will be given.
• Listeners will be encouraged to embrace their multifaceted identities and challenge societal norms.

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In this episode, we covered: We delve into the power of mentorship, personal development, and the exploration of diverse career paths. Our guest, Doonya, shares her experiences and insights from the Sacramento Semester program and her journey as a legislative staffer. Here are some key takeaways:

1. Bringing your whole self to work: Discover why it is crucial to embrace your authentic self in the workplace, enabling you and your team to drive meaningful change.

2. The importance of humility: While remaining humble is important, Doonya highlights the significance of making your contributions known and recognized by others.

3. Building relationships beyond work: Learn how nurturing connections with individuals from diverse backgrounds can enhance your professional growth and contribute to the creation of impactful policies.

4. Finding balance with hobbies: Explore the significance of pursuing hobbies outside of work to maintain a sense of self and prevent job-related burnout.

5. The value of mentors: Understand the pivotal role mentors play in career success and discover tips on establishing and maintaining fruitful mentor-mentee relationships.

6. The Sacramento Semester program: Hear firsthand from Doonya about her experiences and insights gained during her participation in the program, including an internship opportunity.

7. The power of asking for help: Discover the importance of proactively seeking assistance and utilizing available resources as you embark on new roles or challenges.

8. Networking for mentors: Learn how networking can be a valuable tool for connecting with potential mentors beyond alumni associations and the benefits of nurturing these relationships.

9. Baking as a form of self-care: Explore Doonya's personal comfort in baking as a means of decompressing and finding solace amidst the demands of work and personal life.

10. Embracing diverse career paths: Understand the significance of gaining diverse experiences and exploring various career paths before settling into a specific role or industry.

11. Networking tips and resources: Gain practical insights into effective networking strategies, including adding connections on LinkedIn post-networking events, and access a networking workbook for step-by-step guidance.

12. Personal branding and mentorship: Discover how keeping mentors updated on your life journey can help build your personal brand and potentially open doors to future job opportunities.

13. Nurturing family relationships: Explore the importance of intentionally maintaining strong connections with family as you navigate personal and professional growth.

Join us for this inspiring episode as we delve into the world of mentorship, personal development, and self-care, all while uncovering the transformative experiences of the Sacramento Semester program.

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In this episode, I covered:

Introduction:

• Welcome back to the "Here Comes the Sun" podcast!
• A brief overview of today's episode focuses on embracing multifaceted identities and challenging black and white titles.
• A personal anecdote will be shared about the challenges and benefits of navigating multiple identities.

Segment 1: Embracing Multiple Identities

• The episode will delve into the journey of a first-gen Latina professional, legislative director, MBA student, small business owner of aguas frescas, wife, mentor, and coach.
• Discussion on the societal pressures to fit into specific roles and the impact on personal growth and authenticity.

Segment 2: Shifting Mindsets and Beliefs

• Exploring the idea that one can be pro-worker while also understanding business profit margins will be discussed.
• Personal experiences of navigating these dual perspectives and the importance of providing constructive feedback in organizations will be shared.

Segment 3: The Importance of Knowing Your Values

• Tips and techniques for identifying and defining core values will be provided.
• Examples of how living by one's values positively impacts decision-making and overall well-being will be discussed.

Conclusion:

• A recap of the main points discussed in the episode will be given.
• Listeners will be encouraged to embrace their multifaceted identities and challenge societal norms.

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More from Here Comes the Sun Podcast:

In this episode, I covered:

1. Start-Up Challenge:

- Recap of the thrilling experience of participating in the Start-Up Challenge.

- Insights into the inspiration behind the creation of Aguas Frescas Sacramento

- Discussion on the challenges faced and the triumphs achieved during the start-up journey.

2. Acceptance to UC Davis MBA Program:

- Exciting news! Announcement of the acceptance into the prestigious UC Davis MBA program.

- Explanation of the significance of pursuing an MBA and how it aligns with my goals and aspirations.

- Exploration of the expectations, opportunities, and anticipated learning experiences offered by the program.

3. Self-Care and Personal Growth:

- Recognition of the importance of self-care amidst the demanding entrepreneurial journey.

- Sharing practical strategies and practices implemented to maintain balance, well-being, and personal growth.

- Personal stories and valuable lessons learned about the significance of prioritizing self-care for overall success and fulfillment.

**Join us in this episode as we dive deep into these topics and uncover the insights, challenges, and personal growth experienced along the way. Tune in now to gain inspiration and motivation for your own entrepreneurial journey!**

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Juan Carlos Martir was born and raised in South Sacramento, CA. Both of his parents immigrated from Nayarit, Mexico to Los Angeles before settling in Sacramento. He is the middle child of 5 siblings who are all first generation Mexican-Americans and proud of their cultural heritage. 

Juan Carlos is a proud to be a CSU product where he earned a BA in Psychology and a BA in Political Science from Chico State in 2020. During his time as a Chico State student, Juan Carlos was the Operational Director of the nonprofit volunteer organization on campus, interned for the campus legal clinic, and represented Psychology students as the Department’s Student Ambassador.  

Juan Carlos started his career in the Capitol as an intern for the Office of Senator Melissa Hurtado through the Sac Semester Program back in 2020. He did work in the private sector for about a year and a half before finding his way back to the California Legislature in February 2022. He is now working as a Legislative Aide for Senator Melissa Hurtado, the same office where he was once an intern. Juan Carlos is just starting his professional journey and looks forward to seeing what opportunities come his way.

In the Epsiode We Covered: 

I. Introduction

- Briefly introduce Juan Carlos and his background as a first-generation professional

- Preview the topics that will be covered in the episode

II. Juan Carlos' journey to becoming a staff member in the legislature

- Discuss how Juan Carlos started as an intern in the legislature

- Share any challenges he faced in his journey

- Talk about how he overcame those challenges and what helped him succeed

III. The importance of networking in the legislative world

- Discuss how Juan Carlos was able to network and make connections in the legislature

- Share tips for networking, including attending events, following up with contacts, and being genuine in your interactions

IV. Juan Carlos' experience as a Latino male in the Capitol

- Discuss any unique challenges that Juan Carlos faced as a Latino male in the Capitol

- Talk about how he navigated those challenges and any lessons he learned

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Jasmine is current Judicial Fellow placed at the Los Angeles Superior Court. Born and raised in Compton, CA, Jasmine has a strong passion for the K-12 educational system and criminal justice reform. Her multiple intersecting identities have propelled me to pursue a career that promotes public well-being. 

Jasmine received dual bachelor degrees in Criminal Justice and Political Science. During her undergraduate career, she was a Sac Semester Intern and a Panetta Congressional Intern.

🚀 From startup challenge participants to successful entrepreneurs! Tune in to our latest episode featuring the creators of Echo Hub, a software that helps you summarize and organize information with ease. Hear their inspiring story of how they turned their idea into a thriving business and learn about the benefits of using Echo Hub in your own professional life.

More about Startup Challenge and Echo Hub

DID YOU KNOW that Latinas are expected to make up 8.5% of the US workforce by 2024? Despite making up a huge portion of the workforce they still face structural barriers for entry and success. HOPE, a Latina non-profit, has developed a program that supports the professional development of college-age Latinas to aide in their integration into the workforce.

The HOPE College Leadership Program is a hybrid leadership development program that fosters a network of support for College Latinas to ensure they have the resources necessary to complete college, enter the workforce, and contribute to their communities. The goal of the program is increased college graduation rates, soft skill development, and successful workforce integration.

Launched in 2016, the program has engaged 340 scholars to date. The HCLP has a college completion rate of 63% within 5 years, compared to the national average of 58% within 6 years.

A six-month hybrid leadership development program that fosters a network of support for College Latinas to ensure they have the resources necessary to complete college, enter the workforce and contribute to their communities. This is a national program with West Coast and East Coast cohorts.

TRACK I COMPONENTS:

• Civics Project that addresses current issues impacting young Latinas

• Online Speaker Series to engage participants with experts/trainers on current topics and skills development

• Online platforms that serve as resources for job, internship and scholarship searches

• Young Professionals Summit: a professional development conference for college students

• HOPE's Conferences: Latina History Day and Latina Action Day

• Quarterly check-ins during and after completing the program to support with degree completion

• Program culmination reception in which participants receive a certificate of completion

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A more condensed program where participants attend HOPE's three main annual conferences. The conferences provide participants with opportunities for professional development, career exploration and networking with  HOPE's extensive network of Latina professionals.

TRACK II COMPONENTS:

• Participation in HOPE's Latina History Day

• Participation in HOPE's Latina Action Day

• Young Professionals Summit - a professional development conference for college students

• Access to HOPE resources through monthly newsletters and Latina Briefs

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HOPE offers college students discounted pricing for HOPE events. College students conference registration fee is $30. Proof of enrollment required. ​Participants are expected to pay conference registration fees & transportation costs.

Viridiana Ponce, CEO of VP Consulting, helps entrepreneurs and small businesses formalize, launch, and grow their businesses.

Viridiana has provided training, coaching, and consulting services in both Spanish & English, to over 1000 entrepreneurs since 2014.  She supports clients in developing financial projections, managing finances, accessing capital, and strengthening their food operations. Today, the majority of VP Consulting's clients are Latina entrepreneurs and food operators.

She draws on 15+ years of accounting, finance, food, and entrepreneurial experience and her mission is to empower, enrich & educate her community.

In this episode we covered: 

• How your upbringing influences the person you are today 
• Transferable Skills from childhood to adulthood
• The meaning behind your life purpose and how to find it 
• The importance of surrounding yourself with a supportive community 
• How to Dream Beyond what we know 
• What questions to ask yourself if you want to start a business 
• Knowing how to position your business 
• How to think when offering a service or product
• Elevator Pitch 
• Learning from your mistakes. 

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More from Viridiana Ponce. 

In this episode I covered:

3 Skills in order for you to take control of your schedule

Strategies and Questions to build a schedule that works for you

How to find your Peak Performance Time 

Creating a Mindful Routine 

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Arielle is a Lead Recruiter for Pinterest, focusing on Product Design. With 15+ years of experience, Arielle has worked in the entertainment and tech industry finding highly sought after Talent; while helping organizations build and scale teams. She's hired over 400 people in her career, and coached more than 750 through the interview and salary negotiation process--which she enjoys the most. Arielle has previously worked in the Detroit, San Francisco, LA and New York markets for companies like Pandora Radio, Uber, Slack, and HBO Max.

Outside of work she's involved with the She Shares Mentoring program, the Sisters of Nia Enrichment Program for young girls, and the Creative Mornings Sacramento chapter. Twice yearly, she leads a career coaching session at The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor where she graduated in 2005. And she recently started consulting 1:1 with clients on interview preparation and salary negotiation.

She's currently trying to balance being a former busy-body with her new found love of "staying in" as the world opens up again.

In this episode we covered: 

• How to start with the interview and salary negotiation process 
• Do Your Homework 
• How to Research, Data, Network, and How to start these conversations 
• How to create an excel sheet with all the numbers 
• Salary Ranges 
• The difference between Opportunity and Offer 
• STAR Method 
• Focus Areas 
• 30-60-90 Day action plan  
• Performance Reviews 
• Elevator Pitch 
• Do's and Dont's 
• And Much more. 

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Learn more about Arielle 

In this Episode I covered: 

Do you ever feel discontent even with accomplishing so many great things in your life? 

• Creating a gratitude practice 
• Sharing my journey with my own spiritual journey 
• How to ask for guidance through prayer 

Serenity Prayer 

God grant me the serenity
to accept the things I cannot change; 
courage to change the things I can; 
and wisdom to know the difference.

More from Here Comes the Sun Podcast:

In this episode I covered:

• Intro to Season 3 
• The importance of Reflecting  
• Going Back to the Drawing Board 
• Steps on How to start project/goal
• Reflection Questions to go after your Dreams
• Fears:

1. Where is this fear coming from?
2. Why do I have this fear? Past experience, expectations from others, scared of the outcome.

• Maybe you don't where to start.
• Learning to love the process and not the end result
• Setting Goals: Through the lens of love and compassion

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Are you a first-gen professional trying to find a balance between your professional and personal life or maybe designing the life you want on your own terms? Well, you are in the right place... because we will figure this out together!!!

This season I cover many topics, from designing the life we want, homeownership, how to have tough conversations with our immigrant parents, and most important defining success on our own terms. I don't know everything so I will bring guests that share the importance of building a personal brand., to negotiating your salary, and much more. 

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Adulthood is full of big decisions. Most of which aren’t easy. Take a deep breath. If countless generations before you have done it, you can do it too.

In this episode I covered: 

• Making decisions requires creativity and grief 
• Letting go of things that no longer serve us 
• Learning about the different callings in our life 
• How to be grateful about new opportunities and griefing our past life 
• How to integrate your family into your success without feeling guilty as a first-gen graduate and professional 
• And much more. 

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Wendy Estrada is both an excellent leader and philanthropist, who is frequently called upon for her knowledge in banking, marketing, student development, business development, and community outreach.

Currently, as Community Lending Officer at MUFG, Union Bank, one of the world’s leading financial groups with approximately 360 years of history, Wendy is responsible for generating home loans and specializes in programs that help first-time homebuyers build wealth.

Wendy has over 16 years of financial industry experience, holds a BA in Business with a certificate in Marketing, serves as the Vice President of the National Latina Business Women Association- LA Chapter, and is a mother of two great kids.

In the episode we covered: 

• Skills that are important in the banking industry 
• The importance of mentors and how to seek them
• How to land an interview in the banking industry 
• Transferable Skills 
• Budgeting 101 
• Home Buying Process 
• The Importance of having a strong credit 
• The difference between Pre-Approved and Pre-Qualified 
• Time Management 
• Self Care 

More About Wendy Estrada 

Ilona has worked in finance on Wall Street and Silicon Valley. She received her bachelor’s degree from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, and her MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. Born in Havana, Cuba, she immigrated with her parents to the United States at the age of 5, and grew up in Louisville, Kentucky. In her free time, she hosts "Money Memories," a podcast that’s on a mission to make money conversations less taboo, one memory at a time.

In this episode we covered: 

• Upbringings 
• Working in the Finance Industry 
• How to use Imposter Syndrome as a strength 
• Tips on Navigating a new job 
• Setting Goals 
• How to Network so that it doesn't feel like you are selling something... 
• How to Grocery Shop 
• Self Care Tips 

And much more... 

More from Ilona and Money Memories Podcast 

Tension is who you think you should be. Relaxation is who you are... Chinese Proverb

In this episode I covered: 

• The difference between Rest and Relaxation 
• How to incorporate relaxation into our everyday activities 
• 5 Doorways into Relaxation 

Yvonne Armenta, MBA is a Public Speaking Creative from the Bay Area, and your host for all things Chats with Yvonne, across social platforms that aims to make everyone love, enjoy, and engage with the art of public speaking.

Yvonne officially started her own public speaking journey 8 years ago and understands how and why public speaking can oftentimes be so intimidating. She shares her love and tips for public speaking in hopes that it’ll inspire more people to use their voices to become bad ass public speakers.

Oh, & her favorite affirmation before taking the stage: Ponte Perra.

In this episode we covered: 

• Navigating  Higher Education as a First Gen 
• Public Speaking is such an important skill to learn as a first-gen professional 
• How to become a better public speaker 
• The formula you can use when doing preparing for a presentation or any public speaking engagement 
• Self Care Tips 

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More About Yvonne and Chats with Yvonne Podcast & Ponte Perra Affirmation Podcast ---

Chats with Yvonne is a space where we're mastering the art of public speaking together and chatting it up with inspiring people along the way.

Ponte Perra Affirmations Podcast is meant to affirm ourselves of our greatness and inspire us to be our best selves.

Lupe Nambo-Basua is a Bilingual first-gen Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She founded Luna Counseling, a private therapy practice that aims to challenge dominant narratives in mental health by practicing Therapy from a decolonized lens. Her focus is to create spaces for people to explore healing, reclaim their narratives, and reconnect with their bodies.

Lupe built the therapy practice that did not exist when she was growing up and hopes that her representation will inspire people to take a step towards breaking generational cycles of trauma and normalizing mental health in our communities.

When she is not doing Therapy you can find her hiding under a good book. Her favorite genre is YA.

Lupe hopes that with this episode folks feel inspired to take care of their mental health and also not be afraid to go after the things that they want. People will try and talk you out of your dreams and goals but you have to stay focused and learn to trust your intuition. Protect your energy and live the life you dreamed of.

In the episode we covered: 

• Navigating higher education 
• What it means to be a First Gen 
• Choosing a career that you love but also pivoting 
• Therapy- What to Expect  
• How to Start Therapy 
• How to start the conversation with our families members regarding therapy 
• Post-Grad Depression
• Celebrating your wins, taking time to find your identity 
• Self Care 
• And so much more

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More About Lupe and Luna Counseling: 

In this episode I covered: 

• Why having an ordinary life is OK as first-gen 
• How to reevaluate the lifestyle you want
• The importance of Hobbies 
• How to find Hobbies 
• Mindset when starting a hobby. 

Yuli Montes is a Latina Mindset and Business Coach. She was born and raised in Puerto Rico. Then, She moved 4 years ago to the DMV area to pursue a Masters's Degree and a corporate job career. Then, her grandmother passed away unexpectedly and her life changed. At that very moment, she recognized that she had many limiting beliefs and mindset blocks that were stopping her from becoming her best self. She decided to work on herself and unblock her mindset. Now, she uses her experience and confidence to teach others to do the same. She is a Certified Entrepreneur Coach with approximately 7+ years of experience in helping businesses with their operations & finances. She loves to implement strategies that allow small business owners to grow their businesses & develop an abundance mindset. She is a community builder and believes in supporting the Latino community by creating a space where Latina's CEOs can lean on each other for support.

In this episode we covered: 

• Yuli's Upbringing in Puerto Rico and we discuss why we feel guilty when leaving home for new opportunities 
• Leaving the Nest to Follow your dreams 
• Tips on how to overcome the feeling of guilt 
• How to find a community 
• The importance of bringing your whole self to everything you do
• The cost of Indendepence
• How to Stop People Pleasing 
• And much more 

To Learn More About Yuli Montes:  

Procrastination is the act of delaying or putting off tasks until the last minute, or past their deadline. Some researchers define procrastination as a "form of self-regulation failure characterized by the irrational delay of tasks despite potentially negative consequences.

In this Episode I covered: 

• Why we Procrastinate
• The first step in order to stop procrastinating 
•  I covered DUST a simple method to identify why you may be procrastinating.
• How to Tacke It 

Difficult - You find the task too challenging, which may be due to a lack of con, a lack of skill, or both.

Unclear - The task is not clearly defined.

Scary - The biggest changes we want to make and the most exciting projects are often the most scary because we have a fear of failure.

Tedious - Let’s face it. Some tasks are just plain boring

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Happy New Year!! 2022

In this episode, I covered the difference between setting intentions and new year resolutions. 

It's a short and sweet episode. 

Intention-setting is less about a specific goal and more about a shift in mindset to help achieve that goal.

While resolutions are hard and fast goals that are either achieved or broken, intentions are broader ideas.

To get you started, here are some examples of clear intentions you can set:

• I intend to lead by example.
• I intend to love unconditionally.
• I intend to stop taking things personally.
• I intend to manifest happiness naturally.
• I intend to see the goodness around me.
• I intend to be kind even when under pressure.

A couple of journaling questions to get you started in setting intentions. 

• What are my core values and beliefs?
• What is one hope for the remainder of this year?
• What is the number one goal for my relationship with myself?
• What do I want to stand for?
• What is my number one goal for being happy and healthy?

Viviana M. is the founder of The Jefa Life, a blog covering career topics geared towards ambitious jefas who want to take control of their careers. Through this platform she provides professional development resources and elevates Latina stories. She is passionate about diversity and inclusion in the workplace, professional development, and ensuring the next generation of Latinas have the resources they deserve.

In this episode we covered:

• Upbringings and Life Transitions
• Life After College and Figuring Out What You Want To Do With Your Degree
• Mentorship and Guidance
• Tips on How To For It (Life and Career)
• The Importance of Looking For New Opportunities
• Tips on How to Start Networking
• The Power of Learning on the Go
• And Much More.

Book Mentioned in the episode: 

Karina is a Registered Dietitian who helps patients develop a healthy relationship with food. In her virtual private practice, she offers one on one nutrition counseling, group cooking classes, as well as workshops, and speaking engagements. Karina uses a non-diet and holistic approach to health by addressing the whole person- physically, mentally, and emotionally. She focuses on evidenced-based nutrition principles to teach her patients about healthy eating so that they can trust themselves around food and move away from chronic dieting and disordered eating patterns. Her goal is to help patients learn how to nourish their bodies and not feel stressed around food.

Karina received her bachelor’s degree in nutrition from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, and completed the dietetic internship with Utah State University. She also received a master’s degree in Dietetic Administration from Utah State University.

In this episode we covered: 

• First Gen Experience 
• Registered Dietitian Vs Nutritionist 
• How to Start a Positive Relationship with food 
• Stress Eating 
• Intuitive Eating
• Tips on Meal Prepping 

By day, Sarah is the Global Head of Quality & Customer Insights at Wix - a popular website builder empowering people to grow their presence online. She has also worked with companies such as WhatsApp, Mailchimp, and The Ritz-Carlton and has led teams ranging anywhere from 2 to 250 people.

By night, she is the founder and creator of Jobtips - a corner of the internet dedicated to helping people grow and thrive in their careers. Since launching Jobtips, Sarah has helped thousands of people through her various social media accounts, her virtual community for ambitious women, and her digital products and courses.

She’s passionate about helping people achieve their ambitious career goals, and she’s a big believer that it doesn’t have to be difficult. As she says, a few simple tweaks can make all the difference.

In this episode we covered: 

• Sarah shares her career trajectory and how her first job helped her land a tech job
• Job Hunting Process 101 
• Mindset and Journaling Prompt to help you understand what is your next career move
• How to find a job that aligns with your current lifestyle rather than job fitting your lifestyle 
• How to start a tough conversation with your Manager
• Feedback: How to approach it and what it means for your growth 
• And Much More.  

Special Offer for my Listeners: Your A-to-Z blueprint for job searching with intention, networking like a pro, and preparing for interviews so you can stand out among the competition and get the job you want.

In this episode, you will learn: ⁠

Latinas with Masters mission is to Inspire, Empower and Educate nuestra comunidad and future generation leaders with equitable pathways, academic advancement and professional growth in a safe, positive and supportive environment. Our core values is to be a champion of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the spaces we live, work and learn all while embracing and preserving nuestra cultura! Latinas with Masters is more than just a degree, it’s a community!

About the Founder

Christina V. Rodriguez is an equity-minded Entrepreneur in Marketing & Education with a commitment in creating equitable opportunities for all women of color in Business, Housing and Academia. Christina received her Bachelor's degree in Latino/a Studies from San Francisco State University and went on to receive her Master's degree (MBA) with an emphasis in Marketing at Notre Dame de Namur University. She is a currently pursuing her doctorate in Educational Leadership and provides 15 years of expertise in Property Management, managing and marketing multi-family apartment homes in the San Francisco Bay Area.

In this episode we covered: 

• Acceptance and Authenticity allowing you to connect with a Community 
• The Road of Community College and tips on how to be Successful
• Finding the right Mentors 
• Grad School Journey- Masters in Business Administration
• Finding your Path and Purpose 
• Mental Health and having a Support System and much more 

More about Christina and Latinas with Masters 

Website: https://www.latinaswithmasters.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/latinaswithmasters/

Subscribe to Latinas with Masters Podcast: https://www.latinaswithmasters.com/latinaswithmasterspodcast

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Yasmin Rivera (she/ella) graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Finance from Arizona State University in May 2020. As a first-generation Latina, she constantly felt out of place in her classes, and imposter syndrome continuously set in. During her junior year, Yasmin stumbled upon a student organization called the Association of Latino Professionals For America (ALPFA), which provides resources and professional development to advance the Latinx community.

Yasmin had the opportunity to serve as President of the ALPFA Arizona State University chapter and focused on connecting as many first-generation students with these resources. During her tenure, she concentrated on student development and building a strong membership base. Upon graduation, Yasmin transitioned to the professional Phoenix board, where she oversees student and corporate development.

Yasmin recently pivoted from corporate finance into diversity and inclusion, where she focuses on building diverse talent pipelines. As a side hustle, she helps entrepreneurs optimize their business goals as a tech VA. Be sure to stay connected to her Instagram and newsletter for career and business tips!

In this episode we covered: 

• The importance of internship as a first-gen 
• Tips on landing the internship of your dreams
• Tips on how to stand out when networking 
• How to start a side hustle 
• Time Management tips and much more. 

You don't want to miss out!!!!

Connect and Learn more about Yasmin and her Business 

Luzy King is an outdoor enthusiast, Financial Educator, and founder of Viva la Budget and finance, an online platform intended to help busy women celebrate their debt-free journey and start building wealth

Luzy is a first-Gen college graduate who spent most of her adult life working in the hotel industry.  She worked for the same company for more than a decade. Her first job was as a housekeeper while finishing high school. She eventually was able to hold every single position within the company while finishing her undergrad. Her last promotion was as a General Manager.

In 2019, Luzy left her dream job to focus on starting a family, earn her MBA and help her husband with their new business.  During this time, she also became a personal finance enthusiast and decided to volunteer her time to teach women in her community about personal finance.   In 2021, Viva la Budget and Finance became an official LLC. Luzy is on a mission to help women celebrate money conversations.

In this episode we covered:

• The importance of Money Mindset 
• How to create sustainable financial goals 
• How to approach salary conversations with others 
• Time Management tips 

Resources for Salary Transparency: 

Salary.com

Payscale.com

Glassdoor.com

Use the salary calculators.

Connect and Learn more about Luzy and Viva La Budget and Finance 

"Benjamín is the founder & host of the Latinx Greek Life podcast and the Find Your Purpose Series. He is a first-generation college graduate and now a first-generation professional. He received his MA in Spanish from San José State University as well as his BA in Spanish and minors in Latin American Studies & Mexican American Studies from SJSU. He is also an alum from Hartnell College, where he received his AA in Liberal Arts. He was born & raised in the 831... Salinas, CA. He is the son of immigrants from México which he is very proud of. In college, he became a brother of Sigma Delta Alpha Fraternity, Inc. & a founder of Gente Unida (a Latinx student leader coalition). He has been adopted by the Bay Area and currently serves students in their trajectory in college and career. His passions are empowering & advocating his culture as well as giving back to the world that changed his, Latinx Greek Life."

In this episode we covered: 

• Ben's story and upbringing 
• Being a first Gen 
• Finding Your Community outside and inside school 
• Staying true to yourself and values and much more 

Connect and Learn more about Ben and Latinx Greek Life Podcast:

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pereztheadvisor/

Folks can find the podcast on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Pandora, Anchor, iHeartRadio, etc.

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Elevator pitch' is designed to '… describe a situation or solution so compelling that the person you're with wants to hear more even after the elevator ride is over. -Seth Godin 

In this episode, you will learn: ⁠

• Intro to Season 2 
• What is an elevator pitch
• Why is important to have one
• How to create an elevator pitch with examples 

How to Create an Amazing Elevator Pitch 

• Who are you? 
• Little Background. 
• Connection? (Why are you connecting with that person) 
• Ask?
• Closeout 

Thank you for being a listener.

 In this episode I covered: 

• Why I am doing Seasons for my podcast
• The impact my listeners have made in my life
• Season 2 Coming Soon 

See you soon. 

Noelia Sanchez is a Branding and Digital Strategist who specializes in working with nonprofit organizations and individual professionals looking to grow their thought leadership. Noelia is focused on helping women and people of color transform the way they market, brand, and communicate their genius. Her colleagues and clients agree, “she is an amazing left and right brain thinker,” the perfect blend of strategy and design.

Noelia’s insights into nonverbal communication, keen knowledge of digital marketing, and eye for design have helped guide web design and branding projects such as, NSF funded, ARC Network: A STEM Equity Brain Trust (equityinstem.org) and Women’s Leadership Edge (womensleadershipedge.org), an online community for advancing women in leadership roles offered through the Center for WorkLife Law at UC Hastings College of the Law.

Noelia holds a BA in Linguistics from UC Santa Barbara, is a Body Language Trainer with the Science of People, and a certified Content Marketing Expert with Digital Marketer. When she is not working with thought leaders and change agents, you can find her indulging in her fabric obsession. As a self-taught seamstress, she loves to make her own clothes and teaches the occasional dressmaking workshop in her neighborhood.

In the episode we covered:

• What it means to be a first-gen and entering the workforce.
• Tips on how first-gen students/professionals can Ace an Interview 
• Learning the difference between Informational Interview vs Interview
• Branding and what questions you can ask yourself when creating your brand. 
• Salary Negotiations tips 

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Connect and Learn more about Noelia and Noteworthylab:

Metzli Sanchez is a first-generation college graduate and rising first-gen professional. She earned her B.A. in Sociology from UCLA in Spring 2020 and conducted independent research on housing insecurity within higher education. Metzli is currently the Creative Director for the First-Gen Professional Network and is working on continuing her education.

In this episode we covered: 

• What it means to be a first-gen student to first-gen professional.
• Barriers that first-gen must overcome in order to graduate and tips on how to do it. 
• How to take care of ourselves and also show up for our family. 
• The power of networking with other first-gen professionals. 

Valeria Garcia (she/ella) is the Founder of First-Gen Professionals!  She is a proud immigrant who navigated her education and most of her career as an undocumented person pre and post-DACA. 

She started the First-Gen Professional Network to highlight the identity and experiences that she felt and continue to feel is missing from the academic and professional discourse.

There were so many things “new” things she didn’t know how to navigate like how to interview, negotiate salary, seek promotions, choose health insurance, understand retirement plans, save, buy a home, deal with overt and covert racism (and many others) because her family does not have access to many of the privileges she does. The first-gen identity didn’t end after earning a college degree, yet much of the support does. In many ways, a college degree leads to assumed expectations that will not only know what’s next but also know how to do it. 

First Gen Professionals network is to amplify the voices, deconstruct the ‘professional’ identity and experiences, share resources, provide professional development opportunities, and overall create a community. 

In this episode we covered: 

• What it means to be a first-gen graduate and professional
• How networking allowed her to graduate debt-free with her Master's Degree 
• How to Find Community and tips for students on how to find community. 
• Valeria also shares some of her favorite self-care/self-love activities 

Alouette has been coaching people on their personal financial situations for over 10 years. She incorporates "real-talk guidance without judgment" into every one of her interactions with her clients. Through her company, Silvertray, she offers specialized consultation to higher education institutions and community organizations that desire to provide customized financial literacy workshops, resources, and services to their students and members. In addition, she offers “Silvertray Saturday Zoom Sessions” once a month, at no charge, for anyone that would like to learn more about money management and be able to discuss their current management habits in a “real-talk, no judgment” environment. Alouette has created original curriculum, workshops and tools that center around each person’s relationship with their money, financial management habits, and mindset. She believes that as long as there’s breath there’s hope (to make better decisions and reach goals). Alouette is passionate about supporting people build their legacy, one step and one leap of faith at a time.

In the episode we covered: 

• What is credit?
• What does it consist of? Payment History, Utilization, Age of Credit, and Mix of Credit. 
• Tips on how to Build Credit and much more. 

Connect Learn more about Aloutte and Silver Tray: 

Key Takeaways:

70% of people experience imposter syndrome at some point in their career. ⁠

⁠In this episode, you will learn: ⁠

• ⁠What is imposter syndrome? ⁠
• The 5 types of which imposter syndrome can show up
• Tips on How YOU can overcome imposter syndrome 

***Sorry to tell you, but imposter syndrome doesn't go away. Even the most successful people in the world have imposter syndrome. ⁠

Key Takeaways:

Routines create much-needed structure for our everyday lives. They are a chance to be intentional about our time and how we want to spend it. There is something so refreshing about starting a new year - like the practice of having routines. 

In this episode, you'll learn:

• The importance of having daily routines that align with your values
• #3 Easy Steps on how to established your routine 
• The thinking process I use when creating my own routine

Diana Pinedo, is the Founder of Ms. Informed Latina and Creator and Producer of the Bestie Bestie Bom Bom Podcast. She created her platform with a mission to help young Latinas get more informed about career, finances and health, so that they can make more informed decisions about these pivotal life pillars. She currently provides advice tips & resources via her blog and social platforms, speaking engagements at college campuses, and through her Selena inspired Podcast Bestie Bestie Bom Bom an extension of Ms. Informed Latina where she invites expert Women of Color in Finances, Career and Health to provide advice from the professionals to her audience. She also created her own branded merch so that women can feel empowered and informed as they walk through a happy and prosperous life and offers career coaching services for those in need as well.

Additionally, she just landed a role at Facebook as lead Inclusion Strategy Manager spearheading the Diversity & Inclusion efforts. She has over 10+ years of experience in the marketing industry and has worked for some of the top advertising agencies in LA and NY.

Her most recent endeavor is CEO & Founder of Carmela Creative Consulting. A Branding, Social Media Management, and Marketing agency dedicated to helping Latino-owned small businesses scale and grow.

In this episode, Diana shares with us all about her educational journey and how all experiences from working at a restaurant to working in a marketing agency allowed her to grow, learn and be the woman she is today. Diana also provides tips on how to negotiate your salary and also tips on how to ask for a promotion.

We also discussed money management and the 401(que!) and how to get started with setting your money goals. And also learn how Diana handles all her projects and business. She gives us the secret in this episode. Y’all don’t want to miss out.

To learn more about Ms. Informed Latina

Key Takeaways:

In this episode, you'll learn:

Luz Cadena is a writer & the founder of Life of Leisure – a wellness movement to help creative women reclaim their time (and humanity!) during the age of busyness, burnout + workism so they can live more holistically and intentionally. Luz is on a mission to help women transcend the culture of toxic productivity through the art of leisure.

In this episode, Luz shares with us about her experience and struggles coming to the U.S. and being a first-gen.  She shares with us the difference between Self Care and Leisure. We also discuss the importance of studying abroad and traveling, and how it can make the biggest difference in your life. Lastly, we covered productivity and the importance of reflecting because you don't want to have a mid-life crisis. And so much more.

Key Takeaways:

In this episode, you'll learn:

• What are soft and hard skills 
• How you can gain them during high school and college 
• How you can highlight your soft and hard skills in your next interview or job promotion 
• How a server job can help with public policy and politics. 

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Key Takeaways:

In this episode, you'll learn:

• About the importance of having a budget 
• Different ways of Budgeting such as the zero-based budget, 50/30/20 Budget, and more. 
•  Different apps that work for budgeting 

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Liz Fernandez is a Latinx Life Coach & Therapist in training specializing in "Helping Women of Color live their lives authentically, unapologetically and with intention." Through her coaching programs, she helps women identify and overcome limiting beliefs so they can manifest their vision!

In this episode, Liz shares with us about her experience as a first-gen navigating undergraduate. She shares with us how her upbringing influenced her decision-making when pursuing higher education. We also covered the differences between therapy and life coaching and the importance of having them in your life. Lastly, we covered post-grad-depression and tips on how to overcome it.  

Key Takeways:

In this episode, you'll learn:

• About the importance of Voting
  
• Why Your Vote Matters
  
• Tips that can help you not feel overwhelmed
  
• Creating a Plan for November 3
  

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Key Takeways:

In this episode, you'll learn:

• About the S.M.A.R.T. Goal Setting 
• Examples on how to get started on S.M.A.R.T. Goals setting 
• Celebrating your wins

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