Podcast Bilingüe Our journey is not much different than yours and we want to create a community of business owners, professionals, fear conquerors, innovators and solution warriors who uplift and help each other through our stories, lessons learned, challenges and resources. We are stronger together. Juntos somos más fuertes. Y por eso queremos crear una conumidad de empresarixs, profesionales, conquistadorxs, innovadorxs y guerrerxs con soluciones que eleven y ayuden mutuamente a través de nuestras historias, lecciones aprendidad, desafios y recursos.
In this special episode of Autentico Podcast, we kick off a series dedicated to the powerful voices behind the Calladitas Rising anthology. We begin with an insightful conversation with Esmeralda Aharon, co-founder of Latinas Rising and a driving force behind this groundbreaking project.
Esmeralda shares her journey of bringing Calladitas Rising to life—both as a compiler and an author. She delves into the inspiration behind the anthology, her personal experiences that shaped her vision, and the challenges she faced along the way. Through this discussion, you will gain a deeper understanding of what it means to amplify Latina voices, create space for authentic storytelling, and empower women to rise.
Whether you're passionate about storytelling, interested in Latina empowerment, or just looking for a dose of inspiration, this episode is a must-listen. Join us as we explore the resilience, creativity, and leadership that are at the heart of Calladitas Rising.
Episode Highlights:
The journey of creating Calladitas Rising
Esmeralda's lived experiences and their impact on the anthology
Challenges and triumphs in compiling the anthology
What Esmeralda is most proud of in this project
Esmeralda Aharon, M.A., embodies resilience and tenacity. Born near the US-Mexico border as a first-generation American, she overcame poverty by working as a migrant farmworker in Michigan's fields from age 8 through high school. After marrying and losing a son to sudden infant death syndrome, she channeled her pain into a sense of purpose by joining the United States Air Force. She dedicated 26 years to Religious Affairs, supporting service members and their families in achieving spiritual health. As a combat veteran, she left her husband and children behind and spent over 20 months in the Middle East across four deployments. Nearly losing her life during her last pregnancy due to placenta percreta and receiving 14 units of blood, she chose to save her baby instead of herself. In gratitude to God for granting both of their lives, she has dedicated her life to serving others. Following her retirement from the Air Force and becoming a widow during the pandemic, she transitioned into a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Practitioner, representing Latinas in higher education and advocating for healthcare equity through her work at Saint Louis University. Most recently, she co-founded Latinas Rising LLC to support women’s personal and professional lives. A social justice advocate, mentor to many, doctoral student, #1 international best-selling author, avid yogini, and photographer with prints in a gallery, Esmeralda’s personal and professional journey demonstrates that with faith and tenacity, anything is possible.
I am thrilled to have Ben Molina back to share the incredible strides he's making in community development here in Missouri.
In this episode, Ben Molina, who works at Cortex and serves as the chair of the Hispanic Leaders Group, discusses his journey in supporting small business owners and advocating for the Latino community. From launching innovative programs at Cortex to driving civic engagement and empowerment through the Hispanic Leaders Group, Ben's dedication to positive change is truly inspiring.
Ben dives into exciting initiatives like the Square One Boot Camp, which provides essential business skills to entrepreneurs, and a groundbreaking match savings program in partnership with St. Louis Community Credit Union. He also sheds light on his advocacy work, including the impactful Hispanic Capital Day and efforts to combat negative rhetoric about immigrants in Missouri.
💬 Quote from Ben: "I really want our community to feel empowered.
Join me for this enlightening conversation and learn how Ben Molina drives change, empowers our community, and creates a brighter future for all.
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In this fourth episode of Mente Maestra Karlos is joined by Elias Corpas and Pat Brennan on Building Bridges: A Community Approach to Networking. Karlos and his guests dive into the power of community and discover how to elevate your networking strategies to new heights.
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In this third episode of Mente Maestra Karlos is joined by Sisi Beltran, John Davila, and Kitty Lohrum on Building Strong Communities: The Power of a Personal Board of Directors; Karlos and his guests discuss the incredible benefits of having a trusted circle to guide your personal and professional growth.
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In this 2nd episode of the Auténtico Podcast’s new series, Karlos Ramirez hosts a conversation with Facundo Oyenard and TC Slater, diving deep into the power of men championing women and fostering resilient communities. Here are three key takeaways from their dicussion:
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In the inaugural episode of Mente Maestra: Leading by Example: Fatherhood and Leadership, host Karlos Ramirez delves into the intersections of fatherhood and leadership with two distinguished guests, Jomo Castro and Robert Clark. Both guests share their personal journeys and discuss how their roles as fathers have influenced their professional leadership styles and vice versa. The episode offers insightful perspectives on the challenges and rewards of leading by example in both the family and the workplace.
Personal Journeys in Fatherhood and Leadership:
The Importance of Grace and Vulnerability:
Karlos Ramirez highlights the necessity for men to give themselves grace and be vulnerable. The conversation underscores how expressing and sharing thoughts with other men can lead to personal growth and a supportive environment.
Essential Qualities in Leadership and Fatherhood:
Jomo Castro discusses the importance of being present and listening, both in personal and professional settings. He emphasizes the value of finding connection points with children and understanding stakeholders in business.
Leading by Example:
Both guests show how leading by example has positively impacted their children’s perception of leadership and responsibility. Robert shares a personal story about owning up to a mistake made in a sports setting, demonstrating the importance of accountability. Jomo reflects on how his public speaking has empowered his daughters to confidently speak up and take on leadership roles.
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In today's episode, I share about losing my drive and motivation, and we explore how to reignite that spark within ourselves.
Have you ever felt like you're just going through the motions, lacking the passion and ambition you once had? Many of us have experienced this, especially when we've committed to slowing down and focusing on self-care, as I did after a conversation with my boss about the importance of vacation time.
Despite the initial confusion from peers about my newfound absence from the constant hustle, I realized the significance of prioritizing my well-being. But along with this shift came a dip in motivation and drive, leaving me questioning how to reclaim that sense of purpose.
In this episode, we discuss strategies to overcome this slump. From assessing your energy levels to revisiting daily habits and surrounding yourself with supportive amigos and tribe, we explore actionable steps to reignite your passion and refocus on your goals.
Join me as we navigate through these challenges together, sharing insights and experiences to inspire one another along the way. Remember, your feedback is invaluable, so don't hesitate to share your thoughts and experiences with me.
Stay true to yourself, embrace authenticity, and let's journey towards our aspirations together. Spread the word and share the content with those who might benefit from it.
Thank you for tuning in, and until next time, be kind, be authentic, and most importantly, be you!
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In this episode of Auténtico, Gabriela shares her journey of personal growth, empowerment, and stepping into éxito when the pandemic pushed her outside her comfort zone. Through powerful insights and practical tips, listeners are encouraged to break barriers, push boundaries, and embrace visibility in their lives.
The episode begins with an invitation to shed the cloak of invisibility and step into the spotlight of your life. Drawing on themes from previous episodes, it’s time for a deeper exploration of authenticity and self-belief.
Listen in to three powerful tips to help YOU become more visible, impactful, and authentically yourself.
As Gabriela wraps up, she reminds you that the world is waiting for YOU to show up, shine, and leave your mark in YOUR own unique way!
Think of who you would be and what you could accomplish if nothing was holding you back? If fear was not a part of the equation?
Tip #1: Embrace Vulnerability
Tip #2: Expand Your Comfort Zone
Tip #3: Own Your Story and share it!
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In this episode, you’ll learn Gabriela’s 3 recommendations for redefining your relationship with money when times are tough and as a way to help you get out of the shame and be able to find solutions.
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As we continue to navigate change and SHIFT, I want to remind you that change is a constant in all of our lives - whether we like it or not AND every action we take sends ripples into our communities and the world around us.
Después de la Pandemia
The journey we've been on and the transformations we've undergone during these last few years continue to affect me and I am sure you!
For this episode I’m drawing from Bad Bunny’s song Despues de la playa and on the surface, it might seem like a simple beach day song, but it's so much more! Listen in and let me know where you are in 2024!
Submit your nominations for Women making a difference in YOUR life! I'll be shining a spotlight on the incredible women who have made a difference in my life—and I'd love to know who you admire, look up to and are thankful for!! Sumit your nominations here: https://buff.ly/49BBv3J
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This episode explores kindness and its contagious nature, emphasizing its transformative power in our lives and communities. We start by highlighting the significance of small acts of kindness and the psychological mechanisms behind its contagiousness.
It also explores the reciprocal benefits of kindness for both the giver and the receiver, promoting overall well-being and connection. And the reminder that connection creates belonging.
As Latinx professionals, I encourage us to lead by example in fostering cultures of kindness in workplaces and communities!
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🎧 We're exploring stress and overwhelm through the lens of Brendon Burchard's powerful Thunder analogy ⚡. Learn how to weather life's storms and emerge stronger! Don't miss out, listen now!
Don't let stress hold you back. Tune in and take charge of your life today! 🌟
It's the first week of February and I want to check in to see how your goals are coming along. Remember, being accountable is not about perfection; it's about progress and staying true to your authentic self. So take a look at the goals you set, and the impact you want to have, and see if they are aligned with your calendar.
That’s one of the reasons I started the podcast 7 years ago because I understand that life is ….life
Right?
We have the best intentions and we make a plan and things come up that get in the way….
Sometimes we get in the way
I’ve been there before. I’ve been there many times. Times where I felt like I was running so fast and not getting anywhere. Times where I worried about how I could be more focused in losing weight, running more miles, eating healthier, being a better parent - you name it. Times where I wondered if I had what it took to do the things I wanted to accomplish
But let me tell you something, I was trying to do those things by myself. And I didn’t want to ask for help. Or share my difficulties with others. I didn’t know what or how to do things differently, and I knew I needed to. And when I started to go outside my comfort zone, looking for answers. When I started to open my mind and be more vulnerable, that was when extraordinary things started to happen for me.
So today I want to remind you of the incredible potential….the possibilities that open up when you listen and learn from others. When you are open to listening and learning how other people have overcome their challenges, what they learned.
I’d love to hear from you. What’s on your mind? Who would you want to hear and learn from? Leave a comment or audio message HERE I’d love to play in in a future episode
El mero mero, Alejandro Santiago Ortega is back for today's episode and sharing his journey from sunny California.
A community leader, advocate, connector, and overall chingon, Alejandro shares how he is living authentically in 2024 by being fearless and kind in his decisions. Tune in NOW and hear more about Alejandro’s journey!
In this episode, I want to share practical strategies that have worked for me for staying accountable, overcoming obstacles, and celebrating the small victories along the way. Let's transform our intentions into actions and make 2024 a year of growth and fulfillment.
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Join Gabriela Ramirez-Arellano in today’s conversation as we discuss the importance of setting intentions that resonate with your values and aspirations. It's not about the destination; it's about the journey, and I can't wait to explore this journey with you.
What does your relationship with your partner and love life look like? Relationships with familia and friends? Your health and finances? Time to get real about where we are and where we want to be!
As you get ready for the week join me on Autentico Podcast as I talk to you about what you put out into the world
Think about what you are putting out this week.
What are you giving?
What are you focusing on?
I'd love to hear from you, leave a voice message:
On this episode of Autentico Podcast, Gabriela asks eres Fountain o Drain.
Join the conversation and decide which you want to be.
The more you fill people up, the more you support them and their needs, the more they'll want to spend time with you, work with you, buy from you, and invest in you and it's also through connections that we are truly alive.
The more you act as a drain, the more you'll drive those same people away. The more you will drive opportunities away.
I’d love to hear where you think you usually are - a fountain or a drain and why - let’s work on supporting each other more! Cheering each other on and empowering others!
So what did I learn in 2023?
💕Make space to be uncomfortable - it's only outside our comfort zone that we grow.
💕 Speak up for other people and live courageously, even when you have to take risks and be bold.
💕 Encourage and empower others - it's through connections that we are truly alive.
💕 Self-acceptance is accepting yourself AND others as well.
💕 Don't burn out. My boss drove this one home this year and I am making sure I put on my oxygen mask before trying to help others in 2024.Check out more on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/C1f6-woRis6/Let's celebrate our authenticity, embrace our uniqueness, and continue building a world where every story is heard and valued. I'm excited to continue this journey with you in the coming year!
Gracias for listening in!
If you haven’t had a chance to check out last year’s project, We Live Here Auténtico with St. Louis Public Radio, make sure you listen in:
Gracias Alejandro for being an AMAZING cohost- te extraño y te amo. You are missed my friend - more than you know! Thank you to our listeners - you inspire me to keep going. Jade Harrel and Bill Smith - so grateful for all of your learnings and insight on what podcasting is all about!
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Hablando de – How we see ourselves? / Identidad Hispana en los Estados Unidos: ¿cómo nos vemos a nosotros mismos?
Y tu? How do you see yourself? Your identity?
Tune in on our conversation about diversity in the C Suite
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What is Social Capital and how can you use it to scale in your business and career? Also check out some of our social capital friends, and their amazing podcasts/shows that are also looking to highlight the entrepreneurs. movers and shakers who continue to have an impact in our communities s
Christy Maxfield & Cheryl Watkins-Moore from Entrepreneurially Thinking: http://entrepreneuriallythinking.com/
Michael T. Johnson & Tyler Kelley from Innovation City:
https://innovationcity.co/episodes/#.XJWKlShKi00
Gilberto Pineda from En Breve STL TV
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EI7HDvIzEHs
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You Are You can do great things, and so you should!
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In this episode we discuss our experience with the buzz around work life balance. We give you our personal experience around balancing the demands of work, family life and the impact of social media.
Gabriela mentions https://toggl.com/ as a tool to help you track the amount of hours that you spend online. Please note that we are not affiliate in any way with this tool, but see it as a resource to help our listeners.
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Episode-001 Intro
In this episode we discuss our new podcast, Auténtico as well as what auténtico means to us.
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In this episode we discussed Failing Forward from the perspectives of Izzy Polanco from Get Found STL & Carlos Restrepo from the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
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One of the hardest thing to do for a lot of business owners is figuring out how to price their goods and services in a way that allows them to grow their business. Similarly, business professionals often struggle with negotiating their salaries. We address these concerns in this episode, and provide tips to help you feel more confident about your next negotiation or pricing session.
Also check out Kelley Hatlee’s article on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/5-tips-you-need-better-negotiator-kelley-hatlee-cafs/?published=t&fbclid=IwAR1rlKyUEweAOEUNNwTxOHQKP27He7_pzfI5iX9cjUR5X1v273GcewWmxRk
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Today on the podcast we talk about what it means to fail forward and sharing our own examples of learning from and getting inspiration from our mistakes.
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In this episode we discuss the power of working together Business partnerships and collaboration is one aspect required in order to succeed. Whether you’re starting or scaling your business, of if you’re looking to move up in your organization, knowing who to tap into and when can mean the difference between merely surviving and succeeding.
We hope you enjoy the show.
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What is Social Capital and how can you use it to scale in your business and career? Also check out some of our social capital friends, and their amazing podcasts/shows that are also looking to highlight the entrepreneurs. movers and shakers who continue to have an impact in our communities
Christy Maxfield & Cheryl Watkins-Moore from Entrepreneurially Thinking: http://entrepreneuriallythinking.com/
Michael T. Johnson & Tyler Kelley from Innovation City:
https://innovationcity.co/episodes/#.XJWKlShKi00
Gilberto Pineda from En Breve STL TV
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EI7HDvIzEHs
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
If you’re a business professional, own your business or are thinking about starting a new business, you likely understand that networking needs to be part of your strategy. In this episode we share some tips that are sure to help you get the most out of networking.
Being introverts ourselves, we understand what it’s like to struggle through networking events. We hope that the tips in this episode are helpful for you.
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Join us as we discuss our recommendations for setting SMART Goals that stick, and helps us achieve what we set out to do.
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In this episode we discussed Failing Forward from the perspectives of Izzy Polanco from Get Found STL & Carlos Restrepo from the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
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