EP31 From Latina Single Mom to CEO : Rising Above the Challenges with Monica Balderas

Share Your Thoughts!This week we dive into Monica Balderas' entrepreneurship journey. She shares her story from struggling single mom to becoming the CEO of her own Real Estate Developer & Builder Company. Monica's inspiring journey from battling family dysfunction and mental health issues to CEO of a company,  is a testament to the power of determination and perseverance. She shares the challenges she faced as a single mother, her motivation stemming from her children, and her courage in overcoming mental illness.In the latter part of our conversation, we shift gears to explore the world of Instagram marketing and the astounding success story of a business owner who built a $1.5 million company from scratch. Our guest takes us through her entrepreneurial journey, discussing the ups and downs she faced, her savvy use of social media, and how she managed to triple her income in just one year. She candidly talks about the importance of action over perfection and the crucial role of networking and strategic research in client acquisition. We conclude with an insightful and motivating discussion on the importance of taking baby steps towards our goals, the reality of failure, and the significance of resilience. So, join us for this inspiring episode as we uncover the journey to success.About Monica Balderas:Monica Balderas is the founder and CEO of DFW Longhorn Contractors, a real estate developing and building company. Her company specializes in new construction and full rehab of single family homes, multi-family homes, and commercial properties. Monica's mission is to inspire more women of color to pursue entrepreneurship and build wealth. She also wants to build an online community to provide resources and support to other women of color looking to start businesses. Monica's Social Media: IG:LatinaMillionaires  dfw_longhorncontractorsSupport the showSign Up for the MoneyChisme & Raíces NewsletterResources:Start Investing with M1Finance or FidelityFinance Books to Start Your JourneyOpen a High Yields AccountSupport/Apoya MoneyChismeDisclaimer: I’m not a financial advisor. The information contained in this video is for entertainment purposes only. Please consult a licensed professional before making any financial decisions. I shall not be held liable for any losses you may incur for information provided in this video. Please be careful! This video is for general information purposes only and is not financial advice.*Affiliate links: I may earn a small commission when you click on the links at no additional cost to you. This helps me provide you with free content, like this podcast! You can read my full disclaimer here: MoneyChisme Affiliate Links and Paid Advertisers Disclosure.