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Interviews with fellow colleagues sharing useful information about finances and lifestyle choices.
Get Down to Business With Scott “Shalom” Klein
Join Scott "Shalom" Klein on his weekly radio show, Get Down To Business with guests:Michelle Velasquez, Esmeralda Samaniego, Dr. Denise Brown, and Greg Smith.
Fierce By Mitu
Our Ultimate List of Finance Books By Latinas For Latinas
Entering your Señora Era looks different for every Latina. Some of us adopt a jungle of plants for our homes. Others collect hacks and tips for the home. But what we all do is pay more attention to our finances — some of us even change careers!
What is certain is that there comes a time in our lives when we finally pay attention to our spending habits and even keep an eye on the state of the stock market.
In the end, Latinas know better than anyone how important it is to have a balanced economy — whether we make it or not. And who better than another Latina to teach us about finances?
At FIERCE, we’ve compiled our favorite finance books written by Latinas for Latinas, and we want to share them with you. After all, knowledge is power!
We All Grow Latina
9 Finance Books Written By Latinas To Help You Build Wealth
Financial literacy month might be over, but learning how to build generational wealth requires effort year-round. There are so many personal finance books out there, so we’ve narrowed down some of our favorites by Latina authors. Whether you’re a first-time investor, need clarification on what to include in your budget, or are ready to take your financial expertise to the next level, there is a book on this list for you. Browse through these nine books to equip you with the financial knowledge you need to step into your financial power. Amiga, step into the abundance you deserve.
Advanced Financial Network
New Book Spotlights Impactful Stories of Hispanic Women Behind the Badge in Latinas in Law Enforcement
Michelle Velasquez and Esmeralda Samaniego are two proud women who served this country for years, protecting its borders and enforcing its laws with distinction and dedication. Both women established remarkable careers in federal law enforcement and are now spotlighting fellow officers who, while wearing the badge, also broke barriers. Velasquez and Samaniego are the authors of "Latinas in Law Enforcement," an inspiring anthology that amplifies the voices of 14 trailblazing women who candidly share their personal and professional journeys in a demanding and often challenging field. Through their stories, readers witness the resilience it takes to thrive in a profession where Latinas continue to be underrepresented.
YAHOO
New Book Spotlights Impactful Stories of Hispanic Women Behind the Badge in Latinas in Law Enforcement
According to the latest Bureau of Justice Statistics (2020), Hispanic women comprised approximately 3% of full-time sworn officers in local police departments nationwide. In larger departments serving populations of 1 million or more, Hispanic female representation increased to about 7%.
PRWeb
New Book Spotlights Impactful Stories of Hispanic Women Behind the Badge in Latinas in Law Enforcement
Michelle Velasquez and Esmeralda Samaniego are two proud women who served this country for years, protecting its borders and enforcing its laws with distinction and dedication. Both women established remarkable careers in federal law enforcement and are now spotlighting fellow officers who, while wearing the badge, also broke barriers. Velasquez and Samaniego are the authors of "Latinas in Law Enforcement," an inspiring anthology that amplifies the voices of 14 trailblazing women who candidly share their personal and professional journeys in a demanding and often challenging field. Through their stories, readers witness the resilience it takes to thrive in a profession where Latinas continue to be underrepresented.
ABC7 Chicago
'Latinas in Law Enforcement' book launching Wednesday in Chicago
Women are breaking barriers in law enforcement.
According to the Bureau of Justice, Hispanic women make up just 3% of full-time sworn officers in local police departments.
A new book launching Wednesday in Chicago is called "Latinas in Law Enforcement." It brings together the voices of 14 Hispanic women who are proud to have served in uniform.
Univision
Conoce La Historia de 14 Latinas Pioneras en Agencias de ley de EEUU
“Latinas en las agencias de la ley” es el título que lleva un libro que recopila la historia de 14 mujeres hispanas que se han dedicado a trabajar como oficiales de la policía, agentes federales, policías estatales y todo lo que tiene que ver con la seguridad del país.
Loyola Today
Finance coach alum has a message for new grads: “Don’t sell yourself short.”
A frequent public speaker and podcast guest, Velasquez started her career in law enforcement, but a financial wellness course offered by her employer inspired her to do some part-time financial coaching. She realized how much she enjoyed helping people, especially Latina moms, take control of their financial situations. “I started with Latina moms because the women that were gravitating to me were like myself,” Velasquez says. “One of the common problems Latinas face is we often do not grow up in homes where we are coached about retirement accounts or real estate. We’re coming in blind. Our parents sacrifice to put us through college, and then we have to navigate on our own.”
But First, She FAILED
In this episode, Host Paola Soares speaks with financial coach, author and trainer Michelle Velasquez, to discuss how to confidently leave your 9-5 job and take control of your finances. Michelle shares invaluable insights on making more money, building financial confidence, and becoming a financial powerhouse—both as an individual and as a couple. If you're thinking of taking the leap into full-time entrepreneurship or simply want to level up your financial game, this episode is packed with actionable advice!
In this interview she shares how to confidently financially leave your 9-5 with confidence, how to increase how much money you make as well as how to become a financial powerhouse couple this and so much more.
Corner Office Latinas
We often have concerns about money that hold us back from making a career change.
But you don’t have to let money get in the way of going after your dreams.
Michelle Velasquez, financial coach at Virtuous Wealth Building, talks about how to foster a mindset of abundance, know your worth, and make sure your choices line up with your values.
We also talk about the role our family upbringing has, especially in Latino households, on our views on money and wealth today, and the importance of teaching our kids about money.
Check out more resources at www.cornerofficelatinas.com
Sumérgete con Serna Legal Services
Spoke with attorney Noeli Serna about the importance of financial coaching and staying on top of your personal and business finances. "Sumérgete con Serna Legal Services" features interviews between Noeli and other Latine experts. The goal of these series is to share educational information and resources on different topics that could impact the Latine community.
Women in Business:
Wealth Builder
An amazing podcast where I was invited to share key financial planning tips to eliminate debt and build wealth with Dr. Evonne Thompson, founder of Elici.
Elici empowers leaders to gain the time and support they need to succeed at work and home. They offer successful solutions with faith-based principles and teachings, creating impact for diverse communities.
Her Scars Tell a Story
A weekly podcast where I shared my mission with Ann to help Latina moms and couples create healthy spending habits, pay off any debt & reach their savings goals without an overly restrictive budget. Not only is she a coach for personal and business finances, but she also is a sought-after speaker, trainer, and workshop facilitator.
The mission behind “Her Scars Tell a Story” podcast is to provide a platform for ordinary women from different cultures, all ages and backgrounds to share their stories of how their scars point to Jesus.
“A Path to Entrepreneurship”
Fireside chat at my alma mater, Loyola University
Water Tower Campus
Chicago, IL - Get to know three driven and distinguished Latino leaders who have taken the path of Entrepreneurship. Iris Berrios Gutierrez (BA '12), Michelle Velasquez (BS '05, MA '09), and Camilo Ferro (BS '06) will share their paths, their passion, and the challenges and opportunities of being an entrepreneur.
Raising Hispanic Leaders Summit 2022
An amazing summit where I was invited to share my story as part of their Mindset Shift on Day 7 with host Melisa Rosalez, Founder of Sunshine Coaching.
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MUJER TODO TERRENO PODCAST
Hablaremos de un tema importante para fomentar en los niños desde corta edad y que tiene un impacto directo en su futura vida adulta.
Michelle Velásquez, Coach en Finanzas, Inversionista y Autora nos compartirá tips de gran valor que podrás implementar inmediatamente en tus hij@s, sobrinos, nietos, etc.
Un episodio precioso que no te puedes perder! MARTES 16 de abril.
Juntos todos los días accionando en pro de un mundo mejor.
Por Spotify AQUÍ ➛
The L Podcast
April is Financial Literacy Month so let's talk money! I remember growing up seeing adults living paycheck to paycheck or maxing out credit cards, so I thought that was normal and what you're supposed to do. At one point I had about 7 credit cards and almost $9k in credit card debt. It took forever to get out of those habits and to pay it off. Today we're talking with Michelle Velasquez, a financial coach aimed at helping others secure their financial futures, about what you can start doing now, how to best use your tax return, and how to prepare for a better financial future for your kids!
Michelle just launched a whole book series that teaches kids about finance and spending. Learn more about Michelle and her books at www.vwbcoaching.com.
Live Exceptionally Podcast
When it comes to your money, the best investment you can make is a plan. We continue our financial wellness, literacy series with Michelle Velasquez. Founder & Financial Coach of Virtuous Wealth Building, she shares practical financial budgeting tips and tactics that help us succeed. Contact Michelle at vwbcoaching.com.