The go-to podcast for Latina entrepreneurs and creators.
I’m Fiorella, Career Mindset Coach and Founder of Latinas Ahead, and I’m here to help you redefine what success means to you.
Each episode, I sit down with badass Latinas to talk all things entrepreneurship—the highs, the lows, and everything in between. We’re keeping it 100. You’ll get practical tips to finally launch your dream side hustle or level up your business—and plenty of inspiration from Latinas who’ve been in your shoes and made it happen.
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Fiorella Lopez Lima | Career Mindset Coach and Founder of Latinas Ahead
19: How I Built a Six-Figure Business and Quit My Job in a Year | Nicole Leon
In this episode, I sit down with Nicole Leon, a true hustler who's been grinding since she was 12 years old. From cleaning houses to starting her first business in her living room, Nicole skipped the traditional college route and bet on herself. Fast forward to today, and this Puerto Rican powerhouse has built two six-figure businesses—Lash and L Leon Virtual Assistance—all while navigating the beautiful chaos of motherhood. Nicole shares how she kept her business afloat through the COVID-19 pandemic, turned social media and word of mouth into her biggest strategies for booking clients, and redefined the American dream.
In this episode:
- Nicole’s journey from baking cakes as a 12-year-old hustler to running two six-figure businesses in totally different industries (no college degree required.)
- How her first business, Lash, survived the COVID-19 pandemic and allowed her to quit her full-time job.
- Her tried-and-true formula for business growth: authenticity, word of mouth, and the power of social media.
- Plus, Nicole gets personal about choosing her own path—leaving a safe but unfulfilling marriage, starting a family on her own terms, and totally rewriting what the “American dream” looks like to her.
You’ll walk away with practical career tips on:
- Developing multiple skills through side hustles and gig work - Leaning into your strengths and superpowers to build unique business services
- Leveraging social media and authentic word-of-mouth to organically grow your client base
- Overcoming the fear of failure and ambiguity as an entrepreneur
Connect with Nicole:
Personal Instagram: @nicoleleonxo
Business Instagram: @lleonvirtualassistance
Personal LinkedIn: Nicole LeonBusiness
LinkedIn: L Leon Virtual Assistance
Website: NicoleLeon.co
Connect with Fiorella:
Website and resources: https://linktr.ee/fiorellalopezlima
Book Free Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/info-71xn/discovery-call-individual?month=2024-08
Download Your Free Latina Career Playbook: https://www.fiorellalopez.com/latina-career-playbook
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@notyourspicylatinapod
Follow my socials for career advice: Instagram (@notyourspicylatinapod and @latinasahead) and Tik Tok (@notyourspicylatinapod and @fiorellalopezlima)
Timestamps
(00:00) Welcome to Not Your Spicy Latina
(00:57) Episode Overview
(02:32) Early Hustle: Starting at 12 and Being Money-Driven
(05:04) Challenges in Corporate America
(08:13) Launching Her First Business: Lash
(11:00) Navigating COVID-19 and Keeping Her Business Alive
(14:08) Leveraging Social Media and Word of Mouth to Grow
(15:36) Starting Her Second Business: L Leon Virtual Assistance
(21:40) Authenticity as the Foundation of Success
(23:43) Empowering Women and Building Community
(25:48) Breaking Cultural Norms After Her Divorce
(35:35) Redefining What the American Dream Means
(37:38) Practical Advice for Listeners
(38:52) Connect with Nicole
(39:29) Connect with Fiorella
1 Apr 2025
18: How This Immigration Attorney Found Her Voice Through Self-Love | Ana Gabriela Urizar
Have you ever felt like your life was falling apart, only to realize it was the beginning of something extraordinary? In this episode, we uncover the inspiring journey of Ana Gabriela, an immigration attorney who went from living in survival mode as a child in Guatemala to reclaiming her voice and building a successful law career in the US. Ana opens up about the moment her picture-perfect life crumbled overnight, forcing her to redefine the American dream and find strength she didn’t know she had. Along the way, she discovered the importance of listening to her intuition, putting herself first, and reigniting the fire within her. If you’ve ever wondered how to take back your power and truly find your voice, this is the episode you’ve been waiting for.
In this episode:
- Gabriela’s challenging upbringing in Guatemala and the transformative experience of moving to the U.S. as a teenager.
- Navigating the tough transition from high school to becoming a successful immigration attorney, despite facing discouragement.
- Her powerful decision to leave an unfulfilling marriage and embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing.
- The pivotal life events that led Gabriela to establish a nonprofit aimed at empowering women to rebuild their lives and find strength after abusive relationships.
- How Gabriela is redefining her dreams, focusing on self-love, and living authentically after overcoming life-altering hardships.
You’ll walk away with practical career tips on:
- Challenging societal and self-imposed limitations that hinder your career growth
- Seeking mentors who inspire and guide you through your career challenges
- Building resilience by learning from personal adversities
- Pursuing educational opportunities to expand your horizons
- Participating in pro bono activities or community service to give back while expanding your experience and network in the field
Connect with Fiorella:
Download Your Free Latina Career Playbook (https://www.fiorellalopez.com/latina-career-playbook)
Join Our Newsletter (https://www.fiorellalopez.com/newsletter)
Website (https://www.fiorellalopez.com/)
Linktree (https://linktr.ee/fiorellalopezlima)
Book Free Discovery Call (https://calendly.com/info-71xn/discovery-call-individual?month=2025-01)
YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@notyourspicylatinapod)
LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/fiorellalopez90/)
Instagram (Not Your Spicy Latina) (https://www.instagram.com/notyourspicylatinapod)
Instagram (Latinas Ahead) (https://www.instagram.com/latinasahead)
Tik Tok (Not Your Spicy Latina) (https://www.tiktok.com/@notyourspicylatinapod)
Tik Tok (Fiorella Lopez Lima) (https://www.tiktok.com/@fiorellalopezlima)
Timestamps
(00:00) Teaser
(00:23) Welcome to Not Your Spicy Latina
(01:14) Episode Overview
(02:07) Episode Kickoff
(02:13) Upbringing in Guatemala & Survival Mode
(04:50) Moving to the U.S. & Family Dynamics
(06:53) High School Experience
(09:03) Passion for Immigration Law
(12:19) College Journey & Mentoring Impact
(14:45) Navigating Law School
(18:10) Career Breakthrough in Business Immigration
(22:14) Personal Growth and Healing Journey
(31:15) Community and New Beginnings
(32:56) Founding Nonprofit & Empowering Women
(39:35) Advice for Listeners
(41:11) Connecting with Gabriela
(42:03) Connecting with Fiorella
6 Mar 2025
17. Job Searching, Resilience, and Career Tips from a BIPOC Career Coach | Alondra Canizal Hsu
Have you ever dreamed of turning your passion for helping others into a career that uplifts your community? Alondra did just that. As an immigrant from Mexico growing up in the Midwest, she faced the unique challenges of being a first-generation college student. Now, as a Career Coach and Founder of Soluna Career Consulting, Alondra helps BIPOC and first-gen professionals land their next job. This episode is packed with career advice: staying resilient during your job search, interviewing with confidence, exploring new career opportunities—even when it’s scary—and building a community that celebrates collaboration over competition. If you’re ready to rewrite your career story, this one’s for you.
In this episode:
- Alondra's journey from Mexico to Iowa, where her love for education changed her life forever.
- Her experience as a first-generation college student and the importance of finding your people.
- How her career path from prevention educator to school counselor ignited her passion for impactful community work.
- Alondra’s fearless leap into entrepreneurship and how she’s building a supportive network for BIPOC professionals.
- Actionable advice on navigating the job market, crushing interviews, and keeping a positive mindset.
You’ll walk away with practical career tips on:
- Turning fear into fuel to make bold career moves
- Shifting from a scarcity mindset to believing in abundant opportunities
- Finding allies and sponsors who help push your career forward
- Breaking the cycle of competition and lifting each other up in the workplace
Connect with Alondra:
LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alondra-canizal-hsu/)
Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/solunacareerpdx/)
Connect with Fiorella:
Website (https://www.fiorellalopez.com/)
Linktree (https://linktr.ee/fiorellalopezlima)
Book Free Discovery Call (https://calendly.com/info-71xn/discovery-call-individual?month=2025-01)
YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@notyourspicylatinapod)
LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/fiorellalopez90/)
Instagram (Not Your Spicy Latina) (https://www.instagram.com/notyourspicylatinapod)
Instagram (Latinas Ahead) (https://www.instagram.com/latinasahead)
Tik Tok (Not Your Spicy Latina) (https://www.tiktok.com/@notyourspicylatinapod)
Tik Tok (Fiorella Lopez Lima) (https://www.tiktok.com/@fiorellalopezlima)
Timestamps
(00:00) Welcome to Not Your Spicy Latina
(00:51) Episode Overview
(01:38) Episode Kickoff
(01:54) Moving to the U.S. from Mexico
(02:47) Early Childhood & Education Experiences
(04:32) High School & College Years
(10:16) Journalism Interest Before Pivoting
(12:14) First Job After College: Prevention Educator
(15:27) School Counseling & Career Coaching
(19:21) Why Representation Matters
(20:10) The Vision Behind Soluna Career Consulting
(22:24) Job Search & Interviewing Advice
(32:18) Mindset and Manifesting Abundance as Entrepreneurs
(35:44) Advice for Listeners
(37:22) Connecting with Alondra
(37:52) Connecting with Fiorella
Reach and audience
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YouTube views
8,710
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
6 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
12 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 72 / 100
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Quality
78
Social presence
94
YouTube
68
Engagement
51
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