YOU WANNA DO WHAT?!: Personal Brand, Public Speaking, Thought Leadership for Career Professionals and Founders Monica M. Rivera

In this replay episode, Monica revisits a powerful conversation with networking ninja and empowerment enthusiast, Yai Vargas. In this episode, we uncover the art of meaningful networking, the transformative journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship, and the inspirational mission behind Yai's organization, The Latinista.
Discover tips on personal and professional growth that can help pave the way to financial freedom and a fulfilling career including: 
Mastering Networking:  Yai shares her experience as a super networker, attending 20+ events a month. Importance of personalized messaging on social media and transitioning virtual connections to face-to-face interactions. Practical tips to overcome networking fears: Starting conversations, choosing the right events, and following up effectively on platforms like LinkedIn. Strategic Career Planning: Starting her community in2012 while navigating a career in corporate America. Work-Life Balance: Managing a hectic networking schedule with meticulous planning and maintaining self-care practices. Financial Independence:  Yai's journey towards financial freedom through careful financial planning and counseling and the importance of budgeting and financial preparation when transitioning to entrepreneurship. Remember, the power to connect and transform your career begins with a single step. 
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Unleash the power of your personal brand with the YOU WANNA DO WHAT?! podcast sits at the intersection of personal branding, thought leadership, and public speaking, offering you the tools and insights to transform your online and offline presence. Whether you're a corporate leader feeling lost in the crowd, a founder seeking funding, or a solopreneur needing clarity and confidence, YOU WANNA DO WHAT?! is your roadmap to transforming your story into a powerful personal brand. 
Discover strategies to enhance your public speaking, deliver compelling pitches, connect effortlessly at networking events, and revamp your social media presence.
Hosted by Monica M. Rivera, a personal brand strategist and speaker, Monica shares her journey from a first-generation Latina in New York City (shoutout to The Bronx) to navigating the corporate world to becoming a recognized thought leader speaking on stages and for companies like TEDx, The New York Times, TIME Magazine and Podcast Movement.
But that’s not all. You can also expect candid interviews with other thought leaders, who will peel back the curtain on their journeys, revealing how they achieved success and built their powerful personal brands.
Imagine the doors opening when you shift from blending in to standing out. From captivating stages and securing funding to dazzling your social media presence and landing your dream opportunities—the transformation starts here. 
Are you ready to take back your narrative, own your voice, and rewrite your story? Follow "You Wanna Do What?!" and start building your personal brand on purpose.
 

Motivational speaker Jim Rohn says we are the average of the five people we spend the most time with. How often do you audit, prune, and welcome new people into your life? Learn the five essential types of people that everyone should have in their circle to foster personal and professional growth. 
Episode Highlights:
Dive into each archetype and why they're important for your development Identify who's missing in dream dream Learn strategies to connect with the types of people missing from your circle Discover tips for attending events and engaging with communities (both offline and online) to expand your social and professional networks **Please note that the summit mentioned in this episode has already taken place and is no longer available.**
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Connect with Monica M. Rivera
** Curious about 1:1 Coaching with Monica? Book a free consult call here: https://calendly.com/youwannadowhat/consult
Website: https://youwannadowhat.com
Follow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/monicamrivera
Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/youwannadowhat
BEFORE YOU GO: 
- Follow our podcast, YOU WANNA DO WHAT?!, on platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.  
- Please leave a review if you enjoyed this episode.

I don't have to tell you that 2020 has been far from perfect. But you've made it this far, through COVID and quarantine and phased re-openings. Maybe you lost your job, or even worse, a loved one. You became besties with an app named, Zoom.
Or maybe you haven't felt like celebrating at all. And that's understandable. Life wasn't meant to be lived like a real-life version of The Sims. You had plans. And those plans were tossed out the window. But that's why it's more important than ever before, to find your own light.
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When was the last time you finished a book? You say you want to read more books — but the challenge is making reading a regular habit.
In today's episode,
I break down the benefits of reading (spoiler alert: there are scientific benefits to reading!), How to find your next great book,  4 ideas to help you build a solid, more consistent reading habit. Episode Resources: 
Start here to find your next great book >>
The Complete List of All 85 Books in Oprah's Book Club Goodreads Reese's Book Club Become a Stronger Ally (resources from Episode 126) www.youwannadowhat.com/episodes/126 **Join the YOU WANNA DO WHAT?! Facebook Community
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Join a FREE personal development community for extra support as you learn how to change your mindset and how to improve productivity on the path of self-development.   
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If you’re an aspiring beginner runner, a sometimes runner, or a wannabe runner that daydreams about running if only you had more energy, the right clothes, weighed less, fresh joints, more hours in your day, a plan to follow, or tips to get started, then today’s episode is a must-listen. The runners gliding through your local park might be enough to motivate you to head out on the road yourself, or maybe you’re just looking for a way to be more active or lose weight. But no matter why you want to start running, it’s time to lace up and enjoy every step, well, maybe not every step, but you'll get there.
For some backup, I invited the creator of the blog and Facebook group, FATGIRLRUNNING, Mirna Valerio to the show. Mirna is an ultramarathoner, teacher, National Geographic 2018 Adventurer of the Year, and author of the book, A Beautiful Work in Progress. 
And even if running never crosses your mind, something does. Something that u have wanted to try or succeed at, that until this point has eluded you. Keep listening, because there are some gems in today’s episode for you too. Practices and philosophies you can apply to whatever goal or item are on your to-do list. 
Episode Resources: 
REI Presents: The Mirnavator Join FATGIRLRUNNING, Mirna's Facebook Group Buy Mirna's book, A Beautiful Work in Progress **Join the YOU WANNA DO WHAT?! Facebook Community
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Join a FREE personal development community for extra support as you learn how to change your mindset and how to improve productivity on the path of self-development.   
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Have a question? Want to recommend a topic or guest? Email me: monica@youwannadowhat.com
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Subscribe to the  YOU WANNA DO WHAT??! personal development podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts or your favorite podcast app.