UndocuStartup Weekly #19: Choosing Dreams Over Stability, Again and Again | Ep 108
Description
In this episode, Juan reflects on key lessons from the frontlines of building UndocuStartup™, including how one cold email led to a proposal, why actions matter more than words in hiring, and how to make your business defensible against competitors. He shares honest thoughts on resisting the pull of a stable job, doubling down on what works, and extending belief in the entrepreneurial journey—despite uncertainty.
🔑 In this episode you’ll learn:
How cold emailing and simple math can scale your client base
Why vetting through assignments beats relying on interviews
How to build systems and belief that future-proof your vision
📣 Whether you’re a student with an idea, or an ally who wants to see undocumented students win — this episode is for you.
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🎤 Hosted by Juan Maya Hernandez, founder of UndocuStartup™ — the leading entrepreneurship program for undocumented students.
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