In this episode of The First Gen Coach Podcast, host Carla Santamaria interviews Suzy Cintron, a first generation professional who is working as a recruiter in a large financial services firm. Suzy shares her story about growing up low-income, attending a predominantly white institution, and the power of finding her community.

We also discussed:

• Leaving the social services sector, navigating career transitions, and building a thriving, joyful career in corporate recruiting
• Owning your authenticity while living in a capitalist society
• The Power of Failure and the courage to try new things
• The many ways you can support your community even after leaving the nonprofit and social services sector
• How you can build generational wealth while honoring your values

Suzy shares her insight as both a recruiter and a first gen professional, so be ready to take notes!

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As a first gen professional, Suzy Cintron (she/her) is no stranger to taking career risks. After dedicating her early career to the nonprofit sector, she ditched a graduate program and pivoted into HR with little direction and no mentorship. She has since landed a role she loves in the financial services industry and hopes to inspire others to embrace change and redirection - even if it means starting at square one.

A proud and passionate Newark, NJ native, Suzy spends her free time with her rescue pup and her partner. She also is a national officer of Sigma Lambda Upsilon, a historically Latina Sorority dedicated to empowering the next generation of women of color on college campuses.

Contact Suzy Cintron on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzette-cintron/

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