In this episode, I’m taking you inside what I call my UndocuStartup™ year #2—a 12-week chapter that felt like a full year of lessons, emotions, and growth.
Some lessons cut deep: learning to say “no” to clients who didn’t value my work, realizing I’d lost momentum in areas that once fueled me, and confronting the bad habits that bled into my health and focus. Others filled me with hope: watching my audience grow during a time when many were silent, seeing the power of giving more than I get, and feeling the peace of knowing I had multiple clients in motion at once.
I share the moments I felt unstoppable… and the ones where I questioned if I could keep going. From being patient with the long game while staying urgent in my daily grind, to holding on to the relationships and results that built my credibility, these 17 lessons are as much about heart as they are about strategy.
If you’ve ever felt like the tide was against you, or you’ve wondered if the sacrifices are worth it—this one’s for you.
Why some of my hardest “no’s” turned into my biggest breakthroughs
How keeping momentum alive is more important than chasing every goal
The emotional side of building a business as an undocumented entrepreneur
📣 Whether you’re a student with an idea, or an ally who wants to see undocumented students win — this episode is for you.
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🎤 Hosted by Juan Maya Hernandez, founder of UndocuStartup™ — the leading entrepreneurship program for undocumented students.
🧠 Be motivated. Stay motivated.
