In Episode 34, I talk to Sam Tarell, the founder of Divergent University. We begin by talking about how he first got involved in entrepreneurship through hoop brothers. Sam shares a few lessons he learned from working on hoop brothers. Afterwards, he dives into divergent vs. convergent thinking, how to start a business and the power of ideas. This was a great episode and the best part was in the end when we highlight Sam’s mission to develop leaders and the missing piece of the education system --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/julia-silva79/support ..read more

In Episode 33, I talk to Ray Riley, an up and coming musical artist from San Diego, California. We talk about his experiences growing up as an athlete and the mentality it instilled in him. We build on that topic as he mentions the soft skills he was able to transfer from football and apply to music. We then talk about his first shows and the beauty of staying authentic as an artist. He tells us a bit more of his “Rookie of The Year” project released earlier this year. From musical influences to lessons learned in music, this episode demonstrates to us the unique way that music can be utilized ..read more

I went ahead and answered some Q+A questions, provided below. I also gave an update on some of my Hidden Julz from previous episodes. Feel free to follow our instagram & tiktok page @hiddenjulzz Q+A Questions: What are you most looking forward to with starting up your podcast? Do you set lofty goals that take time or several smaller more achievable goals? What's been the biggest challenge to your healing thus far? What's one word of advice you'd want to give your younger self? Marvel vs. DC? Why? What are some things you'd want to do if you found out the world is ending next week? What in ..read more

In Episode 29, I talk to Dave, the creator and owner of Lifelong Productions, the content creation & production house responsible for all the original content on his online television network: DaveLifeTV. He has 3 1/2 years of content creation on @DaveLifeTV, reaching 7000 followers aka "Lifers", and reaching 125 episodes of his most popular show, the adult-themed relationship podcast #DaveLifeAfterDark!!! Dave also has content focused on current news, politics, and investing. By day, Dave is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and a Principal Research Analyst in the Aerospac ..read more

In Episode 28, I talk to Anthony, the lead real estate agent at The Luevanos Group, a real estate brokerage. In this episode, Anthony opens up about his transition from community college to a four year university. He also speaks on what his first steps towards getting into real estate license looked like. From sharing his daily tasks to providing advice for young high schoolers, Anthony provides a plethora of advice for anyone out there listening.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/julia-silva79/support ..read more

In Episode 27, I talk to Ralphie and Sal, the owners of From Our Casa To Yours, a plant based goods and home decor small business. We start off talking about both of their migration stories; Ralphie coming from Mexico and Sal from El Salvador. We get into both of their high school experiences and they open up about their experiences growing up as part of the LGBTQ community. Sal and Ralphie then talk to us about their business and what the beginnings of that looked like as well as the goals they have set for themselves.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ju ..read more

In Episode 26, I talk to Sarita, the founder of Sarita Wellness. We talk about how she experienced being adopted and shifting from life in El Salvador to living in Missouri with her white American mother. She opens up about the effects of the experience. Through her identity struggles, she was eventually led to her coaching business that helps others recognize shifts in their identity. We end on tips that Sarita has in regards to being a coach, how she started and advice she has for others wanting to coach. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/julia-silva79/support ..read more

In Episode 25, I speak with Tianny, one of the co-founders of Gracious Wealth. Tianny is currently a licensed financial professional seeking to open her own financial firm. She talks about how she got involved in finance and tips she recommends. She dropped out of college to be in finance full time. We end on her giving my listeners financial advice.   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/julia-silva79/support ..read more

In Episode 24, I talk to Mylee, the owner of Bub-lee Web & Graphic Design. She mentions to us how she is currently in classes to help her improve her graphic skills. She mentions her experiences while working with her mom’s boutique. Even though she is barely a month into her business, she provides us with an important insight of what those first steps are. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/julia-silva79/support ..read more

In Episode 23, I talk to Carla, the owner of Casita Candles. We have a really great conversation about where she came from. She was born in El Salvador and migrated with her family to Canada and she now lives in San Diego. She opens up about how she is now correcting things of her past. We switch to how she went about starting Casita Candles. She ends up revealing a lot of tips that any future candle makers would love to hear! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/julia-silva79/support ..read more