Entrepreneurship starts with vision, courage, and the belief that what you want is already yours. Few embody this truth like Silvia Tapia, a digital creator, Mom, and founder of The Glam Collective, and co-founder of Duo Sculpt.

In this episode of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, Jackie welcomes Silvia Tapia to share her entrepreneurial story, from following her creative instincts into cosmetology to growing a neighborhood salon into a thriving hub for stylists, nail techs, and wellness professionals. Silvia discusses the transition from working behind the chair to running her own space, and how manifesting her goals and setting firm intentions helped her secure every step of the journey.

You’ll also hear how Silvia’s latest venture, Duo Sculpt, came from her passion for Pilates and her determination to bring wellness into her own community. With her sister as co-founder, Silvia shares the persistence it took to find the perfect location, the power of seeking help, and why surrounding yourself with positive, hardworking people is the most important success strategy of all.

Tune in to episode 250 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, and discover what’s possible when you combine creativity with courage, how Latinas can manifest their dreams into reality, and why believing in yourself is the first step to building a legacy.

• How Silvia discovered her passion for hair and beauty from a young age (03:40)
• Why loving your job is the foundation of lasting success (04:20)
• How she manifested her dream space and grew The Glam Collective (06:10)
• How a passion for Pilates sparked the creation of Duo Sculpt (09:50)
• The struggles of finding the perfect location — and why persistence paid off (12:50)
• Why learning every part of the business matters, even roles you won’t personally fill (14:10)
• Building a team of instructors and creating a fun, community-driven vibe (16:00)
• Speaking goals into existence and using affirmations daily (18:20)
• Why choosing your circle wisely is Silvia’s #1 tip (19:30)
• The power of positivity and manifestation in entrepreneurship (21:20)

Connect with Silvia Tapia:

• Instagram
• The Glam Collective
• Follow The Glam Collective on Instagram
• Follow The Duo Sculpt on Instagram

Let's Connect!

• Website
• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Jackie Tapia Arbonne's website
• Book: The AMIGA Way: Release Cultural Limiting Beliefs to Transform Your Life

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Are you tired of feeling like nutrition has to be complicated or restrictive?

So many of us grow up with confusing diet advice, shame around body image, and a belief that healthy living requires extremes. But the truth is, health can be simple, joyful, and deeply empowering when we give ourselves permission to find balance.

Ana Latina is a certified nutrition coach dedicated to helping high achievers optimize metabolism, boost energy, and sharpen mental clarity without extreme diets or unsustainable routines. With her programs, challenges, and one-on-one coaching, Ana empowers clients to create sustainable habits, prioritize themselves without guilt, and thrive in health and in life.

Tune in to Episode 249 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, as Jackie sits down with her health coach Ana Latina as she shares the exact system she used to lose 88 lbs (without Ozempic, giving up bread, or 2-hour workouts) and what she now teaches in her programs. Together, they dive into the myths of dieting, the importance of protein, why women need to fuel their bodies differently than men, and how small, consistent changes can create lasting transformation.

So, amiga, if you’re ready to prioritize your health and put yourself first, this episode is your guide.

🎧 Tune in, amiga. Your health is your power.

This episode of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, is for you if…

→ You wake up tired, even after a “full night’s sleep”.

→ You feel bloated after eating and can’t figure out why.

→ Your favorite jeans don’t fit the way they used to

→ 3pm is craving-hour for coffee and sugar just to get through the afternoon.

→ You’ve tried keto, fasting, and green juices - but nothing feels sustainable.

→ You want to feel strong and sexy without living at the gym or eating salads forever.

Connect with Ana Latina:

Instagram

LinkedIn

Linktree

Let's Connect!

Website

Facebook

Instagram

LinkedIn

Jackie Tapia Arbonne website

Buy The Amiga Way's Book

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Latinos are no longer an “up-and-coming” community. The numbers tell a different story. By 2050, one in three Americans will be Latino. Today, 78% of new workers entering the labor force are Hispanic, and Latino-owned businesses are growing 10 times faster than white-owned businesses. Bilingualism has become a cultural and business superpower, and the contributions of our community are fueling the economy, culture, and future of the United States. Yet, even with this undeniable growth, representation and opportunity do not always reflect our impact.

In this episode of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, we welcome back our amigas Marisela Arechiga and Lizette Espinoza. Together, we have an honest conversation about what the data means for our future, how to raise bicultural families while honoring immigrant legacies, and why mindset shifts are critical if Latinas want to move from consumers to investors, from employees to entrepreneurs, and from overlooked voices to decision-makers.

Tune in to episode 248 to hear us unpack Hollywood’s gatekeeping and the lack of Latino-led stories, the challenges of raising kids in a consumer-driven, social media-saturated culture, and why education and parenting must push the next generation to think beyond worker-bee mindsets. We also discuss how community, mentorship, and financial literacy can break cycles of fear and scarcity, helping Latinas step fully into their power as leaders, wealth-builders, and cultural changemakers. If you are ready for real talk on how Latinas are shaping America now and what it takes to ensure our future, this conversation will leave you informed, inspired, and motivated to act.

Episode Takeaways

Why speaking Spanish at home is both a cultural connection and a business superpower (03:50)

The data: Hispanics are projected to account for 78% of net new workers between 2020 and 2030 (07:00)

Why Hollywood resists Latino-led stories and Marisela’s HGTV pitch experience (12:10)

The role of decision-makers and gatekeeping in representation (14:00)

Why thinking like an employee keeps you stuck as an employee (22:00)

The pressure of social media on today’s Latino youth (24:00)

“You’re working hard at playing small”: shifting from consumerism to investment (28:20)

Why masterminds, mentorship, and community are key to breaking fear around money (35:30)

Connect with Marisela Arechiga:

Instagram

New Generation Home Improvements Website

New Generation Home Improvements Instagram

Connect with Lizette Espinosa:

Instagram

LinkedIn

Infanttech's Website

Let's Connect!

Website

Facebook

Instagram

Arbonne's website

Book: The AMIGA Way

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What if your relationship with money could shift from stress to flow?

This episode is an invitation to rethink everything you’ve been taught about money, worth, and abundance. Too often, cultural beliefs, fear, or old habits keep us from receiving fully and, in turn, block the natural flow of prosperity. But when we shift our perspective, money becomes more than numbers in an account. It becomes energy, currency, and possibility.

Tune in to Episode 247 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, for a lively roundtable with Jackie, Maricela, and Lizette as they break down money myths, share real stories of giving and receiving, and explore how faith, entrepreneurship, and trust play a role in financial growth. From seeding money with intention, to learning how to receive without guilt, to reframing privilege as a blessing, this conversation is both practical and spiritual. It is a powerful reminder that abundance is always available when we let it flow.

Key Takeaways:

✨ Money is energy, don’t block its natural flow

✨ Receiving is as important as giving

✨ Entrepreneurship requires trust and faith

✨ Reframe privilege as a blessing, not a limitation

✨ Gratitude expands abundance in unexpected ways

✨ Invest in yourself and your community

Ready to experience abundance in action?

Discover Jackie’s exclusive micro-events, designed for women ready to elevate their wealth, community, and luxury. From Cards and Caviar to Sense and Sovereignty, these gatherings combine play, strategy, and sisterhood. Spots are limited. Learn more and join at www.jackietapia.com.

Connect with Marisela Arechiga:

Instagram

New Generation Home Improvements Website

New Generation Home Improvements Instagram

Connect with Lizette Espinosa:

Instagram

LinkedIn

Infanttech's Website

Let's Connect!

Website

Facebook

Instagram

LinkedIn

Jackie Tapia Arbonne website

Buy The Amiga Way's Book

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Some experiences shape you early, whether you’re ready for them or not. For Monica Guardian, a defining childhood moment became the quiet force behind a lifetime of service. With over two decades of experience in public service, nonprofit leadership, and healthcare, she has developed programs that empower youth, strengthen families, and protect seniors—all rooted in a deep conviction that community care saves lives.

This episode shows what happens when resilience is paired with action. Monica didn’t just pursue a career—she built a purpose. Her story reveals how empathy, persistence, and vision can turn personal trials into a legacy of leadership and impact.

In this episode of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, Monica Guardian opens up about growing up in East Los Angeles, co-founding a youth nonprofit as a teenager, and rising through the ranks of city government to manage multimillion-dollar community programs. She shares her international work on cyber safety, her leadership in healthcare, and the lessons she’s learned about resilience, mentorship, and multiplying leaders.

Monica opens up about starting a youth-led nonprofit as a teenager, running multimillion-dollar programs for the City of Los Angeles, and now shaping senior care as an executive in the healthcare sector. Her story is one of courage, service, and leadership rooted in empathy.

Tune in to episode 246 of Amiga Handle Your Shit if you’ve ever questioned whether you have the strength to keep going. This episode will remind you: not only can you rise, you can transform hardship into impact for generations to come.

Episode Takeaways:

• Monica’s East LA upbringing and the family foundation that shaped her values (02:57)
• How the murder of her brother fueled her lifelong commitment to community service (05:16)
• Founding the East Los Angeles Youth Leadership Council as a teenager (08:12)
• What she learned about persistence while securing $63,000 in funding as a teen activist (09:37)
• Lessons in empathy, leadership, and public service from her time in city government (13:55)
• Her international work on cyber safety in Uruguay (24:06)
• Why building other leaders—not just leading—is the true test of leadership (31:10)
• How she blends family, career, and service while raising five children in a blended household (37:12)
• Monica’s perspective on funding challenges in the nonprofit and health sectors (42:34)
• Her two powerful tips for every Amiga to “handle her shit”: show up for yourself daily and use the to-do list as your compass (45:47)

Connect with Monica Guardian:

• LinkedIn

Let’s Connect!

• Website
• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Jackie Tapia Arbonne's website
• Book: The AMIGA Way: Release Cultural Limiting Beliefs to Transform Your Life

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Have you ever wondered if what you are dealing with is really your shit to handle?

In this episode, we’re honored to host badass Latina, Dr. Esther Zeledon, President and Co-founder of Be.Act.Change. Born in Nicaragua, Dr. Zeledon faced death at the early age of two. The feeling of her life being spared, plus the urge to overachieve that Latinos experience when they migrate to America, translated into perfectionist and people-pleasing tendencies, a weight that Dr. Zeledon would carry around for years. Still, those traits fueled her professional development. She is an entrepreneur, coach, international development professional, mentor, former diplomat, scientist, and so much more. Dr. Zeledon is also the best-selling author of "Creating Your Limitless Life: …On Your Terms," where she shares her incredible journey of resilience and evolution.

Tune in to Episode 245 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, to learn about Dr. Zeledon’s remarkable journey from battling perfectionism and people-pleasing tendencies, to leading a global movement. Gain insights into navigating passion and purpose, and learn practical strategies to reclaim control over your life and unlock your true potential.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

✨A bit about Dr. Zeledon's incredible childhood in Nicaragua (5:20)

✨What it’s like growing up as a people-pleaser and perfectionist (10:50)

✨The moment Dr. Zeledon realized she was living to "tick the boxes" (18:00)

✨How we can distinguish if we are living in alignment (25:50)

✨You already became your childhood dream (37:20)

✨Dr. Zeledon's tips on how amigas can handle their shit (39:00)

Resources Mentioned:

• Book: Dr. Esther Zeledon - Creating Your Limitless Life: ...On Your Terms
• Creating Your Limitless Life Workbook

Connect with Dr. Esther Zeledon:

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Instagram

Let's Connect!

• Website
• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Jackie Tapia Arbonne website
• Buy The Amiga Way's Book

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Tech is everywhere, but representation still lags, especially for Latinas. Despite being one of the fastest-growing demographics in the workforce, Latinas remain underrepresented in the rooms where major tech and business decisions are made. But that’s starting to change. When you combine global experience, technical skill, and a fearless mindset, you don’t just participate in the industry, you help shape it!

This episode proves what's possible when Latinas take up space, lead innovation, and use their voice to create lasting impact.

In this episode, I'm joined by Christina D. Gallegos, an accomplished Latina leader and the CEO and founder of Gradient Coast. With a powerhouse resume spanning Google, Disney, J&J, and Coca-Cola, Christina shares how her background in product management, operations, and strategy has allowed her to succeed across global industries and now consults businesses on how to merge technology with purpose. A SoCal native with global roots, she brings a rare mix of corporate wisdom and entrepreneurial grit.

Tune in to episode 244 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, and learn how Christina moved through corporate America, led life-saving innovations with Google Maps, and now mentors the next generation of tech leaders. She shares how technology touches every industry, what businesses are getting wrong about AI, and what it takes to go from corporate comfort to entrepreneurial risk. If you’re on the edge of your next big move, this conversation will give you the push you need.

Episode Takeaways:

• "Technology is like water; it’s everywhere and essential." (03:55)
• How Christina helped users survive wildfires and war with Google Maps (06:24)
• A Disney project that changed Halloween for thousands of families (10:26)
• Bringing tech into small and mid-size businesses and optimizing operations (14:26)
• When leaving corporate is a must (even if you work at a tech giant!) (16:38)
• Christina's 3-step playbook for going from side hustle to CEO (19:12)
• How to decompress and find balance as a high achiever (22:05)
• Christina's top advice for any Amiga trying to handle her shit (27:24)

Connect with Christina D. Gallegos:

• LinkedIn
• Gradient Coast

Let’s Connect!

• Website
• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Jackie Tapia Arbonne's website
• Book: The AMIGA Way: Release Cultural Limiting Beliefs to Transform Your Life

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Have you ever wondered what makes you a badass Latina?

Many of our traits, even the ones we are most proud of, might come from dark times our ancestors had to go through.

In today's episode, I'm joined by the incredible Adriana Palomares, a first generation Attorney, Entrepreneur, and Author of "Brava: A Latina Lawyer's Path to Empowerment," a wonderfully written book meant to inspire and empower Latinos by providing a comprehensive look at our ancestors' journey.

Throughout this episode, you'll hear Adriana's writing process, the life-altering decisions she had to make to focus her energies on finishing the book, and her time management tactics to write, and take care of her family and career without losing it. Adriana also talks about using her family story and personal experiences as inspiration to create her fictional, inspirational novel, shares tips for Amigas to handle their shit, and much more.

Tune in to Episode 243 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, and learn more about Adriana's perfectly told story of a first-gen Latina on her way to finding success and happiness after migrating from Mexico.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

✨A quick update on Adriana's life (6:00)

✨About the life-altering decisions Adriana had to make (7:40)

✨Adriana explains what is "Brava: A Latina Lawyer's Path to Empowerment" about (13:40)

✨Adriana talks about the unique approach to vulnerability in her book (22:30)

✨What readers can expect from Adriana's book (28:00)

✨Adriana shares advice for Amigas to handle their shit (29:30)

Connect with Adriana Palomares:

• Website
• Instagram
• Book: Adriana Palomares - Brava: A Latina Lawyer's Path to Empowerment
• The Libros - Lincoln Heights Instagram

Let's Connect!

• Website
• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Jackie Tapia Arbonne website
• Buy The Amiga Way's Book

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