I love to help people. I love being a resource for everyone and know when someone has a question regarding their personal finances and business finances, they can contact me. In addition, I believe in the law of reciprocity and it is not just about receiving but also giving. I get excited when someone needs assistance in something and even if I don't have the solution, I know someone that usually does. I am a huge New York Mets Fan, New York Giants Fan, MMA Fan, and Pro-Wrestling Fan. Fun Fact, I have been to 16 WrestleManias. Lastly, I am also an International Best-Selling Author for my book entitled "Networking Your Way to Success: 10 Steps to Building Relationships & Expanding Your Business for Entrepreneurs & Working Professionals."
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I love to help people. I love being a resource for everyone and know when someone has a question regarding their personal finances and business finances, they can contact me. In addition, I believe in the law of reciprocity and it is not just about receiving but also giving. I get excited when someone needs assistance in something and even if I don't have the solution, I know someone that usually does. I am a huge New York Mets Fan, New York Giants Fan, MMA Fan, and Pro-Wrestling Fan. Fun Fact, I have been to 16 WrestleManias. Lastly, I am also an International Best-Selling Author for my book entitled "Networking Your Way to Success: 10 Steps to Building Relationships & Expanding Your Business for Entrepreneurs & Working Professionals."
From Refugee to Entrepreneur: Navigating the Corporate World as a First-Gen Latina with Anyelis Cordero
Dr. B Show
33 minutes 57 seconds
1 year ago
From Refugee to Entrepreneur: Navigating the Corporate World as a First-Gen Latina with Anyelis Cordero
In this episode of Dr. B Show, Dr. B has an inspiring conversation with Anyelis Cordero as they dive into her journey from being a political refugee to becoming a successful entrepreneur. They explore her upbringing in Cuba, the challenges she faced as a first-generation Latina navigating the corporate world, and her pivot from a corporate career to starting her own business. Anyelis shares invaluable insights on the importance of higher education, the impact of mentorship and volunteerism, and key strategies for small business success.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
The transformative power of education: Annelise's journey from a gifted and talented middle school to a successful corporate career underscores the significance of higher education in achieving upward economic mobility.
Paying it forward: Annelise's commitment to volunteerism and mentorship stems from her own experiences as a beneficiary of nonprofit organizations, driving her to empower the next generation of first-gen professionals.
Navigating entrepreneurship: Annelise emphasizes the importance of clarity in purpose, mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs, and valuing one's worth in pricing services for small business success.
QUOTES
"My mom took this courageous leap to give me greater opportunities, and so I ended up going to gifted and talented middle school, the honors program in high school."
"When I think about the leadership development programs that I went through in the corporate space compared to volunteering... the way it elevated my leadership capabilities doesn't compare."
"Money equals power. Being able to work with small businesses and helping them with foundational HR practices aligns with creating more equity and empowering underrepresented communities."
You can learn more about Anyelis Cordero in the link/s below.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/anyeliscordero/
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I love to help people. I love being a resource for everyone and know when someone has a question regarding their personal finances and business finances, they can contact me. In addition, I believe in the law of reciprocity and it is not just about receiving but also giving. I get excited when someone needs assistance in something and even if I don't have the solution, I know someone that usually does. I am a huge New York Mets Fan, New York Giants Fan, MMA Fan, and Pro-Wrestling Fan. Fun Fact, I have been to 16 WrestleManias. Lastly, I am also an International Best-Selling Author for my book entitled "Networking Your Way to Success: 10 Steps to Building Relationships & Expanding Your Business for Entrepreneurs & Working Professionals."
