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About Me

Ok let me start with the BARE minimum.

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My Bare Minimum

  • Grew up an only child with a single parent.

  • Daughter of a recovering alcoholic father and powerhouse and resilient mother.

  • Teased for being too skinny as a young girl.

  • A shy introvert.

  • Raised on public assistance.

  • I said NO and he did not listen.​

  • Bachelor Degree in Business

  • A 15 year career in Accounting.

  • Ventured into Entrepreneurship.

  • Diagnosed with Infertility.

  • Turned my curiosity of entrepreneurship into my side hustle.

  • Became a Godmother.

  • Divorced.

  • Became an Entrepreneur 100%.

  • Remarried.

  • Mother was a survivor of Cancer, but lost the battle with Dementia.

  • Caregiver of a parent with Dementia.

  • Living my best life now.​

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Well that is just a glimpse of my BARE minimum.

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Are you wondering if it makes me feel uncomfortable to be so open and vulnerable by sharing this information? Although I would have been at one point in my life, at this point I am just grateful and hope it can help someone going through a tough journey. 

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Why Inspired by Jacqueline?

Being vulnerable is one thing, but being strong enough to handle a situation where we feel like we've been dealt a bad hand is quite another.  

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Inspired by Jacqueline was created from a place of vulnerability where I thought I would not survive each circumstance that seemed impossible to get out of, but I did.  That has turned into my purpose and a part of my core foundation.

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This is a safe space. This is a place of transparency. This is a place where you will find tools and resources to help you feel like you are not alone. The goal is for you to reach the emotional wellness.

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Whether the struggle is related to entrepreneurship, faith or infertility, you will find something here for you, whether it's on the podcast, journal, book, article or the resource page.

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How Are My Three Pillars Are Connected?

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I has been an entrepreneur and well-esteemed professional in the event industry for over 25 years. A life of entrepreneurship is not for the faint of heart, which is one of the reasons why its one of my pillars.
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At the age of 28, I learned that my journey towards motherhood would take an unexpected turn into a journey with infertility. This is one of the reasons that lead me to advocate for other women.
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Through all of my unexpected circumstances, my faith, though shaky at times, has kept me firmly grounded. Whether it was a challenge or a loss, my resilience and faith has allowed me to move ahead towards my purpose.
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Other than being a Latina CEO, I am an Author, Speaker, Educator, Mentor, and Podcast Host. I am also described as being genuine, caring, resilient, patient, mindful, funny, empathetic, driven, reliable, trustworthy, curious, a survivor, and a realist.
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I am always looking for ways to support & empower girls and women by mentoring and speaking at events that build awareness and encourage women to be curious and driven. As a supporter of women’s mental wellness, I created this community that offers life-changing tools and resources. This community was created with intention and purpose based on my real life experiences in all the three pillars: Entrepreneurship, Faith, and Infertility.
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The Goal

​I launched the Inspired by Jacqueline Podcast, to educate, spread awareness and equip women globally. Tune in to the Podcast, as well as the Breaking The Glass Ceiling book where I discuss my journey with infertility while being an entrepreneur.

 

Also check out the Becoming An Unstoppable Woman book, where I share my journey on how I changed my narrative as a shy introvert. My journey was featured in the Event Therapy Magazine, a magazine focused on building mental health awareness for event and entertainment professional.

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My purpose driven goal is to be a part of a woman's healing journey in these three pillars: Entrepreneurship, Faith, and Infertility.

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My Core Values

  • FOUNDATION: God first in everything I do.

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  • IMPACT: Having faith and truly believing in what I cannot see.

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  • GIVING BACK: Connecting with young girls to re-enforce the reality that YES YOU CAN is not a myth.

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  • UNIQUENESS: I aim to walk in my purpose, my unique purpose. Therefore, understanding my UQI (Unique Quality Identifier), helps define my purpose.

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  • RESPECT: I respect myself, therefore I expect the same respect from those who connect with me. This is what community is about.

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  • EDUCATION: I am an advocate for education, no matter what. Goals just don’t become a reality by chance, it requires work and that starts with knowledge.

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  • SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY:  Being a resource for women struggling in any of these areas Entrepreneurship, Faith, or Infertility.

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BE INSPIRED, TO BELIEVE AND PROCEED.

Speaking Topics

When it comes to Inspired by Jacqueline I have spoken on topics related to struggles with either entrepreneurship, faith or infertility.  I speak at women and girls summits, conferences and mentoring programs.

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  • Learning how to release & regain control of your journey.

  • Tips to help navigate through life's situations.

  • How to turn a journey with infertility, into a journey with purpose.

  • How releasing from emotional bondage turns into survival.

  • Turning entrepreneurship challenges into purpose.

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Disclaimer: I am not a certified coach, psychologist, counselor, therapist or medical professional, but I speak from experience related to all three pillars.​

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