First to Thrive

I'm thrilled to be joined by my dear friend and former Living Bravely client, Edil Cuepo! She's the owner of a social media and email marketing agency called Pickle Media Co. We talk about how she transitioned into entrepreneurship, charged premium rates for her services, and achieved financial freedom in just one year.

In this episode, we explore:

• Going after what you truly want to achieve financial success.
• Starting small, working on your mindset, and gradually shifting toward a career you want.
• Prioritizing value over aesthetics.
• How premium rates and quality work play key roles in achieving financial freedom.

If you're a 1st or 2nd generation immigrant who wants to become a leader of your own life and community, I'd love to work with you in my private leadership coaching program.

I have a couple of new offers. One, is a six week coaching relationship where we will focus on one goal and achieve that goal within six weeks.

The other is a coaching relationship via voice notes and text, where you can send me unlimited messages and I will respond to you and coach you on the spot.

Email me at [email protected] if you'd like to take advantage of these 2023-only coaching offers!

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I just celebrated my 40th birthday! Now, if you've been following me on Instagram, you've probably seen my 40 Days countdown where I've been sharing life lessons, moments of gratitude, and celebrations every day. Today, I'm bringing some of those lessons right here. In this episode, I want to dive deeper into some of the key life lessons I've picked up along the way. So, grab your favorite beverage, find a cozy spot, and let's get into it!

In this episode, we explore:

• The Power of Choice
• Self-Forgiveness and Self-Compassion
• You are not your fear
• Why progress in life often follows a non-linear path.
• Reflections on my travels and how they expanded my horizons

If you're a 1st or 2nd generation immigrant who wants to become a leader of your own life and community, I'd love to work with you in my private leadership coaching program.

I have a couple of new offers. One, is a six week coaching relationship where we will focus on one goal and achieve that goal within six weeks.

The other is a coaching relationship via voice notes and text, where you can send me unlimited messages and I will respond to you and coach you on the spot.

Email me at [email protected] if you'd like to take advantage of these 2023-only coaching offers!

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As promised, here's part 2 of my discussion with Krystl Fabella. In this episode, you will learn about the financial realities of transitioning from a corporate job to entrepreneurship. Krystl also shares the importance of saving up before fully committing to entrepreneurship.

In this episode, we explore:

• The financial challenges and uncertainties entrepreneurs face.
• The importance of embracing uncertainty and the unknown when pursuing entrepreneurship.
• How to blend current financial security with a passion project.
• Creating small wins in the early stages of entrepreneurship to build confidence.
• How financial realities play a crucial role in the transition period from steady employment to entrepreneurship.

If you're a 1st or 2nd generation immigrant who wants to become a leader of your own life and community, I'd love to work with you in my private leadership coaching program.

Visit nicolecruzcoaching.com/coaching to learn more and apply.

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I'm excited to share with you my conversation with an amazing dear friend and mission-driven entrepreneur, Krystl Fabella! She shares her journey of managing Filipina on the Rise, a multimedia company celebrating Filipina excellence.

We enjoyed this conversation so much that we had to split it into 2 episodes!

In this episode, we explore:

• Krystl's journey to reconnect with her heritage
• The complexity of juggling numerous roles and the need for discipline and balance.
• Overcoming the challenges of perfectionism, decision fatigue, and the pressure to meet societal expectations through having an internal motivation.
• How to stay true to oneself and find fulfillment in completing personal goals.

If you're a 1st or 2nd generation immigrant who wants to become a leader of your own life and community, I'd love to work with you in my private leadership coaching program.

Visit nicolecruzcoaching.com/coaching to learn more and apply.

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This is dedicated to you all - my fellow 1st & 2nd gen community. My hope is you feel seen and inspired to define who you are and what you want on your own terms.

In this episode, we dive into the common experiences among our community, like identity shapeshifting. You will hear my personal journey and extensive work with 1st and 2nd gen folks. You will also learn the power of self-definition and the liberation that comes with embracing who you truly are.

In this episode we explore:

• How the survival instinct of assimilation passed down to us leads to constantly adapting and conforming to societal norms often at the cost of authenticity.
• How to break free from societal expectations.
• 4 steps on how to embrace your true self and make choices aligned with your values.

Click here to watch the full video of my TEDx Talk: The First-Gen Power of Being Undefinable | Nicole Cruz | TEDxCulverCity

If you're a 1st or 2nd generation immigrant who wants to become a leader of your own life and community, I'd love to work with you in my private leadership coaching program.

Visit nicolecruzcoaching.com/coaching to learn more and apply.

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Drawing from personal experiences and stories from my leadership clients, we talk about the skill of decision-making, a leadership skill that can shape our lives.

In this episode, we explore:

• Why decision-making skills are important.
• The top struggles of our community when it comes to decision-making.
• How to become a stronger decision maker.

If you're a 1st or 2nd generation immigrant who wants to become a leader of your own life and community, I'd love to work with you in my private leadership coaching program.

Visit nicolecruzcoaching.com/coaching to learn more and apply.

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I've been thinking a lot about resilience lately, especially as I've learned more about the Maui fires. The resilience that the community is having to tap into in order to get through this horrible event.

Resilience doesn't mean suppressing our emotions. In fact, acknowledging and working through these feelings is a form of resilience. It's essential to find a balance that allows us to process our emotions while also navigating life's challenges.

In this episode we explore:

• Fresh approach to resilience tailored for our community.
• Ancestral connections to resilience and its importance in survival.
• The need to recognize and process emotions rather than suppressing them.
• Tools and exercises to cultivate this new understanding of resilience.

To support those affected by the Maui wildfire, you can do so through the following channels:

https://www.instagram.com/lahaina_ohana_venmo/

https://www.kaainamomona.org/maui

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Today, I want to talk to you about something close to my heart: taking action before you feel ready. You see, even when I was asked to give a TEDx Talk, I felt unprepared. But the experience of doing it before I felt readyled to personal growth and a complete change in my perspective.

In this episode, we explore:

• Importance of Taking Action Before Feeling Ready
• The fear and the need for safety in taking action
• Personal experiences with taking action

If you're a first or second-generation immigrant looking to make brave career changes, I invite you to apply for our Living Bravely coaching program. We're here to support you on your journey, even if you don't feel ready just yet!

Visit nicolecruzcoaching.com/livingbravely to learn more and apply.

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In today's episode, I'm thrilled to introduce you to Julie Mallari, a participant in our Living Bravely program. Julie's journey is quite inspiring – from being a registered nurse, studying yoga in India, exploring holistic healing to working as a flight attendant, she's truly defied societal expectations and creating her own path!

In this episode we explore:

• Julie's career journey from being a registered nurse to being a Yoga Teacher
• Julie's Career change journey to becoming a youtube content creator
• Julie's continuous improvement in the Living Bravely Program

You can follow Julie's journey on her YouTube channel 'Rainbows Our Circles', where she shares on topics of self-care, personal development, beauty, and lifestyle.

If you're considering a career change or a journey of self-discovery, I invite you to join Living Bravely at nicolecruzcoaching.com/livingbravely

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In today's episode, we have one of our Living Bravely clients, Christine Madarang, with us. Christine, an inspiring individual and a cancer warrior, is here to share her unique journey. We'll be diving into her aspirations to be a children's author.

In this episode we explore:

• Christine's journey and goals in the Living Bravely program
• Christine's dream of becoming a children's author
• Christine's real experience in the program

If you are interested in being part of the Living Bravely Program, we are currently enrolling for Cohort 13!

Visit nicolecruzcoaching.com/livingbravely to learn more and apply

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