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First to Thrive episodes

  • Ep 70: The Rebrand: A New Era of Unapologetic Thriving

    After six transformative years, I'm pulling back the curtain to reveal the exciting new rebranding of my business. It's more than just a fresh coat of paint; it's a vibrant reflection of the evolution as a coach, a leader, and a person who wants to unlock the hidden potential in first and second-generation communities. Tune in to hear the motivations behind this rebrand, the journey it represents, and what the future holds for Nicole Cruz Coaching.

    • 00:00 Podcast reveals new company rebrand after six years.
    • 03:48 Empowering immigrant women achieving dreams, breaking cycles.
    • 08:33 Share tools and lessons with first gen community.
    • 11:52 Community support and joy integration in action.
    • 13:10 Build on foundation, challenge, empower, dream bigger.
    • 17:55 Facing visibility, self-advocacy, and relinquishing control.
    • 19:57 What's next for the future.

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    23 min
  • 1 Day Away Until the Big Reveal

    Watch now: How I found my purpose through coaching. 2019 Nicole is amazed by what has taken place over the last 6 years! What's next? Tune in tomorrow on Instagram (@nicolecruzcoaching) for the reveal.

    13 min
  • 2 Days Away: From Corporate Life to Full-Time Traveler

    From corporate life to full-time traveler - the next chapter of my story. I share why my travel era was so monumental for me and my life. Prompt to think on - What do you want? I encourage you to ask yourself this consistently. Tune in tomorrow on Instagram LIVE (@nicolecruzcoaching) at 5 pm EST to hear the next chapter of my journey in building my coaching biz. Stay tuned!

    14 min
  • Countdown Begins: You Don't Have to Know What's Next

    The countdown begins, we're 3 days away from a surprise announcement that I've been keeping from you. Quitting my 11-year career in corporate to dive into the unknown. In this IG live, I talk about my story of quitting my corporate career as the daughter of immigrants. Big takeaway: You don't have to know what's next to make a change. Tune in tomorrow on Instagram LIVE (@nicolecruzcoaching) at 5 pm EST to hear the next chapter of my journey from corporate to coach.

    13 min
  • Ep 69: How Being Mediocre Can Make You Happier

    Loraine Martinez Bellamy is a lawyer turned life and business coach. She helps lawyers, leaders, and other high-achieving women fearlessly expand beyond their 9-5s. Her clients are badass professionals who feel called to creative endeavors that take them beyond their successful careers. Her goal is to help women do less, make more, and be more present with their beautiful lives.

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    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorainemartinezbellamy/

    Website: www.lorainemartinez.com

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    46 min
  • Ep 68: [From Your Ate] The Pattern That's Hard for Me to Break

    Feeling stuck in familiar patterns even when your intuition is nudging you to change? In the latest episode of the Living Bravely podcast, part of the "From Your Ate" (Big Sis) series, I dive deep into breaking the cycle of sticking to familiar yet non-serving behaviors and how to navigate evolutions in life and career.

    Highlights:

    • 00:00 Change is unpredictable, uncomfortable, and non-linear.
    • 04:37 Struggles with change, clients seem braver.
    • 08:13 Struggled with job, seeks guidance from future self.
    • 10:03 Supporting next level of generational trauma healing.
    • 13:47 Advocating for inclusive travel experiences and support.
    • 17:36 Expressing affection and care via a message.

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    19 min
  • Ep 67: The Ups & Downs of Being the Eldest First in Your Family

    Recently, I had the chance to sit down with Justine, an incredible fellow 2nd generation immigrant and former client, to delve into some deep and meaningful conversations. She interviewed me in the latest podcast episode of Living Bravely and in this episode, we unpacked a lot about the struggles of being a first-generation individual, the importance of vulnerability, and the challenges of asking for help.

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    46 min
  • Ep 66: My Love Letter to You

    This episode is a clip taken from my TEDx Talk: The First-Gen Power of Being Undefinable. To listen to the full video, click here.

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    13 min
  • Ep 65: From Your Ate: A Journey of Body Acceptance & Appreciation

    Have you ever dreaded going to a family party because you just know they're going to comment on your body? In this first episode, I open up about the struggles I faced with body image and how I shifted from nitpicking my body to truly appreciating it.

    Timestamps:

    • 00:00 New shift on transformative storytelling, personal journey.
    • 05:08 Insecure about looks
    • 08:43 Pressure on body image in ethnic communities.
    • 12:15 Reclaiming power from beauty standards by accepting body.
    • 15:02 Realized importance of healthy body for living.
    • 20:14 Surviving, creating a better life, body appreciation.
    • 21:24 How to Work with Me

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    21 min
  • Ep 64: How to Feel and Become More Powerful as a 1st & 2nd Generation Immigrant

    In today's episode, we explore ways for first and second gen immigrants to feel and be more powerful. We discuss the importance of personal agency and provides actionable steps to empower yourself.

    - Understanding personal agency and its significance for first and second gen immigrants - How historical and societal factors impact our sense of power - Five actionable ways to unleash your power - Real-life examples of individuals successfully leveraging their personal power - Tips on celebrating yourself and valuing your accomplishments

    ๐Ÿ“Œ Check out my free audio series: nicolecruzcoaching.com/2024

    ๐Ÿ“Œ Interested in one-on-one coaching? Apply at: nicolecruzcoaching.com/coaching

    24 min

About First to Thrive

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Welcome to First to Thrive, the podcast dedicated to exploring the unique journeys of 1st and 2nd generation individuals. Hosted by culturally-informed speaker and leadership coach Nicole Cruz, each episode delves into the challenges and triumphs of navigating life beyond survival mode.