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Brown Way To Money - Money Talks for Women of Color Entrepreneurs

The Brown Way to Money Podcast is every woman of color entrepreneur"s no-BS guide to building a solid financial foundation, creating multiple income streams, and investing in your future. Break free from cultural money pressures. Overcome systemic barriers to financial success. Build a business that reflects your values. Heal from money trauma. Create a legacy of generational wealth. This isn’t your average money podcast. It’s designed for you, the entrepreneur juggling cultural money pressures,

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The Student Loan Strategy They DON'T Want You to Know...

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2025/12/12

Student loan debt is crushing a generation of entrepreneurs before they even start. But what if there's a way out they're not telling you about?In this eye-opening conversation, Alejandra Rojas sits down with Haleini Vasquez, founder of Your Evolved Mind, to expose the truth about student debt—and the strategic paths that can save you tens of thousands of dollars. This isn't about shame or struggle medals. It's about reclaiming your financial power before debt defines your entire

Only 2% of women get VC money Here’s HOW to become...

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2025/12/05

Only 2% of women get venture capital. But what if the real barrier is readiness?In this powerful conversation, Alejandra Rojas sits down with Jo Wong, founder of Let's Grow BFF, to break down what it actually takes to become fundable as a woman of color entrepreneur. This isn't about chasing investors—it's about preparing yourself to be unignorable when the right opportunity shows up. Together, they explore the difference between needing funding and being funding-ready, how to position your

From TEDx Speaker to Homeowner in 30 Days: The...

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2025/11/17

Everyone prepares for the breakthrough, No one prepares for after it hits. Are you ready financially?In this conversation, Alejandra Rojas brings you into the real moment every woman of color entrepreneur dreams about, but rarely prepares for: the moment when everything you manifested actually shows up. The opportunities. The visibility. The house. The stages. The revenue. The pressure. Together, you explore the financial whiplash that happens when your elevation arrives faster than your systems,

Rachel Rodgers Reveals Why She's Bypassing Networks...

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2025/11/01

Alejandra Rojas is joined by Rachel Rodgers, entrepreneur and founder of Hello Seven, to explore what it means to own your voice…all the way to producing your own TV show. Join her Kickstarter campaign here. We have already supported it, and you?Together, they explore how Rachel is transforming her book, We Should All Be Millionaires, into a visual, global movement, why women of color must take up space in media, and the real behind-the-scenes of building a business and a brand in front of the

What Does It REALLY Take for Latina to Get Funded Today?

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2025/10/17

Why do Latina founders still receive less than 2% of VC dollars?In this powerful episode, Alejandra Rojas is joined by powerhouse investors Laurel Mintz (Fabric VC), Ashley Balla (Halogen Ventures), and new angel investor Julissa to expose the reality of raising capital as a woman of color founder. Together, they share what they actually look for when funding startups, what makes them say no, and why diverse entrepreneurs—especially Latinas—need to own their voice in the venture space. This

Can YOUR Personal Brand be THE ticket to financial...

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2025/10/10

In this heart-centered conversation, Alejandra Rojas is joined by recruiter and content creator Jalonni Weaver to dismantle the myth that you have to choose between your career and your calling. Together, they explore how Jalonni built a thriving personal brand while working full-time and how that brand became a stream of income, community, and confidence.This episode is a masterclass in using your voice to build something that lasts. From building trust with your audience to negotiating brand

How to Transition from Corporate To Entrepreneur...

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2025/10/03

Leaving your 9–5 doesn’t mean you leave your identity or success behind. Or does it? In this empowering and truth-filled episode, Alejandra Rojas is joined by community-builder and founder Beverly Vanterpool to explore what it really takes to transition from a successful corporate career into entrepreneurship—and do it with purpose. Together, they unpack how to navigate identity shifts, redefine success beyond job titles, and build businesses grounded in passion and community, not just profit. This