Getting You Ready for Power

What if the next person who changes your life is someone you haven't met yet?

In a world where we're spending more time behind screens and less time connecting in person, I believe community has never been more important.

In this week's episode of Getting You Ready for Power, I'm talking about one of the most important parts of stepping into your power: surrounding yourself with people who inspire you, challenge you, and expand what's possible for your life.

Whether you're looking to find your people, build your own community, or simply put yourself out there more, this episode is for you.

I'm sharing three things I've learned from building the Business of Her community and stepping outside my own comfort zone.

Here's your reminder: You don't have to have it all figured out. Sometimes you just have to get yourself in the room.

Because you never know who you're going to meet, what you're going to learn, or how one conversation might change the direction of your life.

🎧 Listen now to Getting You Ready for Power on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

And I'd love to know: What's one community you're grateful to be a part of?

RESOURCES

GETTING YOU READY FOR POWER | THE BOOK

Get your copy of Alexis Meruelo's bestselling book, Getting You Ready for Power, a guide to confidence, mentorship, purpose, and stepping into your full potential.

Shop the book: https://link.amazon/B04uUXh3b

BUSINESS OF HER

Discover Business of Her! A Conference dedicated to building the next generation of powerful women through mentorship, leadership, and meaningful connections: https://www.businessofher.com

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College girlies, it's time to turn those connections into career opportunities! 💌

Welcome to Part 3 of our How to Get Hired Before You Graduate series, and this is the episode we've been building toward: LANDING THE JOB!

In Parts 1 and 2, we talked about identifying your dream companies, reaching out to professionals, and building genuine relationships through networking.

Now it's time to take the next step.

Because here's what I want you to understand: You don't have to send hundreds of job applications into the abyss and hope someone notices you. There is a smarter, more intentional way to approach your job search.

In this episode, I'm walking you through exactly how to leverage the relationships you've already built to get introduced to recruiters, hiring managers, and people who can help open doors to your first job.

We're covering:

✨ How to reconnect with professionals you've already met.

✨ What to say when you're ready to ask about job opportunities.

✨ Why a personal introduction can be more valuable than another online application.

✨ Who you should be asking to connect with at your dream companies.

✨ How to use your college career center and alumni network to your advantage.

Whether you're a freshman building your network or a senior preparing to enter the workforce, this episode will give you actionable steps to get closer to landing your dream job.

Remember: Sometimes the opportunity you're looking for is just one introduction away.

🎧 Listen now, and if you haven't already, go back and listen to Parts 1 and 2!

And please share this series with a college girly who needs a little guidance navigating life after graduation. ❤️

College girlies, you've sent the email, landed the coffee meeting... now what?!

In Part 2 of our How to Get Hired Before You Graduate series, we're talking about one of the most important career skills you can develop before graduation: NETWORKING.

Here's the thing: Networking isn't about asking strangers for jobs. It's about building genuine relationships, making meaningful connections, and learning how to confidently put yourself out there.

In this episode, I'm walking you through exactly how to prepare for your first networking meeting, what questions to ask, how to introduce yourself, and how to leave a lasting impression.

We'll cover:

✨ How to research someone before your meeting so you show up prepared.

✨ What to say (and what NOT to say) during your first networking conversation.

✨ How to ask thoughtful questions that build genuine connections.

✨ Why your first meeting should NEVER be about asking for a job.

✨ The simple habit that will make following up and maintaining relationships so much easier.

Whether you're a freshman just starting to explore career opportunities or a senior preparing to graduate, this episode will help you feel more confident walking into your next networking conversation.

Remember: Your network isn't built overnight. It's built one genuine relationship at a time.

🎧 Tune in now, and stay tuned for Part 3, where we'll talk about following up, making the ask, and turning those relationships into real career opportunities!

And don't forget to share this episode with a college girly who needs a little extra guidance. ❤️

GETTING YOU READY FOR POWER | THE BOOK

Get your copy of Alexis Meruelo's bestselling book, Getting You Ready for Power, a guide to confidence, mentorship, purpose, and stepping into your full potential.

Shop the book: https://link.amazon/B04uUXh3b

BUSINESS OF HER

Discover Business of Her! A Conference dedicated to building the next generation of powerful women through mentorship, leadership, and meaningful connections: https://www.businessofher.com

CONNECT

Follow Alexis:

Instagram: @alexismeruelo

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I graduated college without a job, and looking back, there are SO many things I wish someone had taught me before walking across that stage.

In Part 1 of this three-part series, I'm sharing three actionable steps every college student should take BEFORE graduation to start building their professional network, making meaningful connections, and creating opportunities for themselves.

We're talking about how to identify your dream companies, find the right people to connect with, write your first networking email, and build the confidence to put yourself out there.

Because here's the thing: Your degree might get you in the door, but your relationships can open doors you never knew existed.

Whether you're a freshman, senior, or recent graduate, this is the career advice I wish I'd had in my early twenties.

Grab your notes app, because we're getting to work!

This is Part 1 of 3. Stay tuned for Parts 2 and 3, where we'll dive even deeper into building professional relationships and landing your first job.

RESOURCES

GETTING YOU READY FOR POWER | THE BOOK

Get your copy of Alexis Meruelo's bestselling book, Getting You Ready for Power, a guide to confidence, mentorship, purpose, and stepping into your full potential.

Shop the book: https://link.amazon/B04uUXh3b

BUSINESS OF HER

Discover Business of Her! A Conference dedicated to building the next generation of powerful women through mentorship, leadership, and meaningful connections: https://www.businessofher.com

CONNECT

Follow Alexis:

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A little manifestation, a little magic, and a good old-fashioned murder mystery. 📚✨

This week, we're switching things up on Getting You Ready for Power, and I'm taking you inside my November reading list!

If you're a single girly in her 30s who loves self-help books, spirituality, adventurous fiction, and a relatable memoir, we might just be book besties.

In this episode, I'm sharing everything currently sitting on my nightstand (plus a few Kindle purchases I couldn't resist), from books about manifestation and finding your purpose to magical worlds, inspiring memoirs, and female-led murder mysteries.

We're talking about books by Rhonda Byrne, Diana Cooper, Melissa de la Cruz, Jeannette Walls, Gabrielle Bernstein, Sarah J. Maas, and more.

Some I've started, some I'm halfway through, and others I bought simply because the cover was too beautiful to leave behind. No judgment here!

I also share why I'm so drawn to books about spirituality and personal growth, my love for getting lost in fictional worlds, and why I believe the books we're drawn to often reflect what we're navigating in our own lives.

Because sometimes the book you need finds you at exactly the right moment.

So grab your coffee, get cozy, and let's talk books!

And if we have similar reading tastes, PLEASE send me your recommendations. I'd love to know what's currently on your nightstand, too.

🎧 Listen now, and let me know if you'd love to make this a monthly series! ❤️

Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like you have a million things on your plate and no idea where to start? This episode is for you!

We're talking about how to get your momentum back when something you really want to do just isn't moving forward. Sometimes the resistance we feel isn't a sign that we're on the wrong path. It's a sign that there might be an easier way to get where we're trying to go.

I'm sharing the very real (and slightly hilarious) story of how I spent months putting off launching this exact podcast, only to realize I was making the entire process way more complicated than it needed to be. One microphone, my kitchen floor, and four episodes later, I had a pretty big realization: It doesn't have to be perfect to get started.

In this episode, I'm breaking down two simple things you can do when you're feeling stuck, how to recognize when it's time to take a different route, and why taking action, even the smallest step, is what actually creates momentum.

If there's something you've been wanting to start but keep putting off, consider this your sign to find another way and just go for it!

• Why feeling stuck doesn't necessarily mean you're on the wrong path.

• How to recognize when resistance is pointing you toward a different approach.

• The story behind finally launching Getting You Ready for Power.

• Why perfectionism can keep us from starting the things we want most.

• Two simple steps to get unstuck and start building momentum again.

• Why taking action matters more than having everything figured out.

RESOURCES

GETTING YOU READY FOR POWER | THE BOOK

Get your copy of Alexis Meruelo's bestselling book, Getting You Ready for Power, a guide to confidence, mentorship, purpose, and stepping into your full potential.

Shop the book: https://link.amazon/B04uUXh3b

BUSINESS OF HER

Discover Business of Her! A Conference dedicated to building the next generation of powerful women through mentorship, leadership, and meaningful connections: https://www.businessofher.com

CONNECT

Follow Alexis:

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TikTok: @businessofher

Instagram: @businessofher

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If this episode resonated with you, I'd love for you to subscribe, leave a five-star rating, and share it with a girlfriend who needs to hear it!

What if the secret to getting hired isn't just your degree, but who you know and how you put yourself out there?

After spending two incredible days speaking with college students in Austin, I'm sharing some of my biggest takeaways about career readiness, networking, and the professional skills we aren't necessarily taught in school.

We're talking about how to reach out to people you admire, build genuine relationships, get noticed by employers, and create opportunities for yourself before you even need them.

Plus, a little life update on my book tour, mentorship meetings, and all the behind-the-scenes excitement leading up to the Business of Her Conference!

Whether you're in college, starting your career, or figuring out your next move, this one's for you.

RESOURCES

GETTING YOU READY FOR POWER | THE BOOK

Get your copy of Alexis Meruelo's bestselling book, Getting You Ready for Power, a guide to confidence, mentorship, purpose, and stepping into your full potential.

Shop the book: https://link.amazon/B04uUXh3b

BUSINESS OF HER

Discover Business of Her! A Conference dedicated to building the next generation of powerful women through mentorship, leadership, and meaningful connections: https://www.businessofher.com

CONNECT

Follow Alexis:

Instagram: @alexismeruelo

TikTok: @businessofher

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What if the biggest thing standing between you and the life you want is actually you? After mentoring over 200 women, I've noticed something we almost all have in common: the fears and beliefs that quietly hold us back. Today, I'm sharing the two questions I ask in every mentorship session and how they can help you find clarity, overcome self-doubt, and finally move forward.

GETTING YOU READY FOR POWER | THE BOOK

Get your copy of Alexis Meruelo's bestselling book, Getting You Ready for Power, a guide to confidence, mentorship, purpose, and stepping into your full potential.

Shop the book: https://link.amazon/B04uUXh3b

BUSINESS OF HER

Discover Business of Her! A Conference dedicated to building the next generation of powerful women through mentorship, leadership, and meaningful connections: https://www.businessofher.com

CONNECT

Follow Alexis:

Instagram: @alexismeruelo

TikTok: @businessofher

Instagram: @businessofher

SUPPORT THE SHOW

If this episode resonated with you, I'd love for you to subscribe, leave a five-star rating, and share it with a girlfriend who needs to hear it!

Mentorship can change the trajectory of your life, but how do you find the right mentor, and more importantly, how do you actually ask someone to be one?

In this episode of Getting You Ready for Power, we're talking about why mentorship is one of the most powerful tools for personal and professional growth, how to confidently approach someone you admire, and why you shouldn't be afraid to ask for guidance. I'll share practical advice on building meaningful relationships, finding people who believe in your potential, and creating opportunities through connection.

Because sometimes, the most powerful thing you can do is simply ask.

GETTING YOU READY FOR POWER | THE BOOK

Get your copy of Alexis Meruelo's bestselling book, Getting You Ready for Power, a guide to confidence, mentorship, purpose, and stepping into your full potential.

Shop the book: ⁠https://link.amazon/B04uUXh3b⁠

BUSINESS OF HER

Discover Business of Her! A Conference dedicated to building the next generation of powerful women through mentorship, leadership, and meaningful connections: ⁠https://www.businessofher.com⁠

CONNECT

Follow Alexis:

Instagram: @alexismeruelo

TikTok: @businessofher

Instagram: @businessofher

SUPPORT THE SHOW

If this episode resonated with you, I'd love for you to subscribe, leave a five-star rating, and share it with a girlfriend who needs to hear it!

Redefining what it means to be "powerful" is so much more than what society has told us. It's actually about our own journeys within.What does it really mean to be a powerful woman? Is it about success, money, status, or something much deeper?

In this episode of Getting You Ready for Power, we're redefining what power actually looks and feels like. We're talking about the importance of knowing who you are, owning your voice, trusting yourself, and recognizing that true power isn't something someone else gives you. It's something you discover and build within yourself.

We'll explore how to step into your confidence, stop waiting for permission, and start showing up as the woman you know you're capable of becoming.

RESOURCES

GETTING YOU READY FOR POWER | THE BOOK

Get your copy of Alexis Meruelo's bestselling book, Getting You Ready for Power, a guide to confidence, mentorship, purpose, and stepping into your full potential.

Shop the book: https://link.amazon/B04uUXh3b

BUSINESS OF HER

Discover Business of Her! A Conference dedicated to building the next generation of powerful women through mentorship, leadership, and meaningful connections: https://www.businessofher.com

CONNECT

Follow Alexis:

Instagram: @alexismeruelo

TikTok: @businessofher

Instagram: @businessofher

SUPPORT THE SHOW

If this episode resonated with you, I'd love for you to subscribe, leave a five-star rating, and share it with a girlfriend who needs to hear it!

Your support helps us reach more women and build a community of women stepping into their power, together.