Scotiabank

Lead and oversee the execution of the Global Risk Management Strategy Initiatives, focusing on Automation & Efficiencies, ensuring full compliance with regulatory standards, internal policies, and procedures.
Achievements: 
•Significantly improve Global Governance Annual Self-Assessment processes through automation and analytics to generate high quality insights (SharePoint, Power BI, and Copilot)
•Led People & Culture strategy and plans that maximize engagement, best practice sharing, communications, training and people development
•Implemented change management strategies and techniques to support employees in adapting to organizational changes, resulting in reduced resistance and increased acceptance

Senior Manager Strategy & Transformation  - Global Risk Management

Monitor the Enterprise Risk & Portfolio Management (ERPM) deliverables and oversight all changes initiatives across the enterprise, which is consistent with regulatory requirements in all jurisdictions which the bank operates.

Manager Operational Non-Financial Risk and Change Initiatives

Meridian Credit Union

Ensure that Meridian´s ERM framework is consistent with the Risk Appetite of the company. Regulatory management the Meridian´s Enterprise Risk Management strategy, RCSA, ICAAP, and the 2nd line of defense oversight over the implementation of the Risk Culture Program for all business segments and functionals areas including subsidiaries. This includes development and implementation of balanced KPIs and KRIs covering both practices and outcomes. Support BCP, Insurance program, and train staff to build risk awareness within the organization.
Achievement: 
-Winner to the 2019 Governance Professionals of Canada (GPC) Awards in the category of Best Practices in ERM

Sr. Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)

Alianzas Efectivas (Financial Institution)

Oversee the comprehensive support of risk management systems, including Credit Risk, Collateral Risk, Market Risk, Liquidity Risk, Fraud Risk, and Operational Risk, in alignment with established Risk Management, Governance and Compliance Frameworks.

Achievements: 
-Planed, designed and implemented an overall risk management processes for the entire organization.
-Created Business Structuring and rates model to provide liquidity to the company through different alternatives.
-Created, analyzed, tested, maintained and provided various reports to the Corporate Governance Board and/or to the external stakeholders. Reports included: statistical models of Credit Risk: Scoring, Expected Loss Provisions, Prepayments, behavioural, custom and credit bureau scores, Attrition/Retention, Profitability,Collection Recovery, Customer Life Cycle/ Market Risk:VAR / Fraud Risk: Cluster analysis and neural networks / Operational Risk: AMA, Six Sigma.
-Expert in quantitative and qualitative research methods and ability to identify and implement techniques appropriate to specific projects of Business Intelligence.
-Held position of General Manager for the period of January and February 2013.

Director Governance, Risk, and Compliance  (GRC)

Experian

Led the advisory efforts in developing analytical solutions to enhance rapid and flexible decision-making, tailored to customer needs and characteristics. Oversaw the streamlining and systematization of processes across the Credit Risk Cycle, both online and batch, eliminating unnecessary costs and optimizing profitability for clients in the Financial Sector, Credit Unions, Telecommunications, and Real Sector.

Director Strategic Projects

The Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Colombia - AMV (equivalent to IIROC in Canada)

Advised, reviewed, tested and evaluated  on models of Market and Liquidity Risks to the Government Regulator of Preventive Monitoring and behaviours and implemented best practices in the context of the FRM, IIROC, FINRA and FSA.

Sr. Supervisor

Credivalores

2011-2012 Business Intelligence Manager: Managed and administered the various Business Intelligence projects of the company. Achievements: -Business Intelligence projects include: Financial Titles dematerialized, DWH, Data Quality, and CRM.-Defined the new market niches and created product solutions for them. -Negotiated and received the funding for the purchasing of the business intelligence and risk management tools.-Conducted an Audit, evaluated business risks, and opportunities, automated processes to reduce cost.-Defined and maintained CRM strategy and campaigns loyalty for the organization.- Defined and maintained the strategy Governance Data (Data Quality) and implemented the Project Data Quality for the company.- Automated scoring models (Pre-score, Score, and Post-score) on IBM SPSS Modeler and CAD.- Implemented management and personalized framework DataWarehouse (DWH) for the company.-Administrated and maintained departmental Business Intelligence (BI) performance.

2010-2011 Governance, Risk and Compliance Manager-GRC (promoted): Managed and administered various risk management systems: Credit Risk, Collateral Risk, Market Risk, Liquidity Risk, Fraud Risk, Operational Risk optimized company’s financial performance to be compliant with the guidelines of the regulator (OSFI), planned reports and financial statements to the region under local standards and IFRS.
Achievements:-Planed, designed and implemented an overall risk management processes for the entire organization.-Defined and maintained statistical models of Credit Risk: Scoring, Expected Loss Provisions, Prepayments / Market Risk: VAR / Fraud Risk: Cluster analysis and neural networks / Operational Risk: AMA, Six Sigma.-Planed and designed Compliance initiatives to align business objectives, incident reports, effectiveness rating and adaptation of programs related to managing the operation for compliance results. Developed measured and monitored the Social Corporate Responsibility framework.

Manager Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) & Business Intelligence (BI) 

Audited, advised and consulted on various methods of statistical and econometric models for the valuation of financial instruments and the measured and validated of the following: Operational Risk, Fraud Risk, Credit Risk, Market and Liquidity Risk imposed by international standards and best practices such as COSO, IIA, IFRS, SOX, COBIT, FRM, IIROC, FINRA and FSA or failure to implement local rules under the guidelines of OSFI.

My clients were: QBE Seguros, AIG Vida Seguros, AIG Generales Seguros, Generalli Seguros, Cardif Seguros, Jlt Re Seguros, Jlt Valencia Seguros, Coltefinanciera,  Credibanco, Ace Seguros, Inversora Pichincha, Fiduprevisora, Grupo Bancolombia, Porvenir, Grupo Aval, Fondo Nacional del Ahorro, Coopcentral, Productora de Alimentos Alina S.A, Agencia para el desarrollo de la Sociedad de Información en Bolivia – ADSIB, Credivalores, Finamèrica y Compartir.

Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Consultant

Coopcentral Bank

Credit Risk Manager (mortgage underwriting)
Supervised credit portfolio, met judicial requirements, designed recovery arrangement payment policy, monitored the quality of the portfolio, presented to the monitoring committee the arranged negotiations (Exemption of capital + interest), manage the payment of goods and services received.
Achievements:
•Reduce portfolio liquidity from 11% to 3% for 2 consecutive quarters.
•Managed and maintained Credit Risk models (Scoring Portfolio and Clusters Control portfolio).
•Reduced the risk of payment portfolio by 40%.
•Recovered 20% of assets of unpaid mortgages.

Risk and Statistic Model Analyst, (Promoted) 
Designed, tested and advised on various methods of statistical and econometric models for Operational Risk, Fraud Risk, Credit Risk, Market and Liquidity Risk imposed by the local rules under the guidelines of OSFI.
Achievements:
•Planed, designed and implemented an overall risk management processes and policies for the entire organization.
•Defined and maintained statistical models of Credit Risk: Scoring, Expected Loss Provisions, Prepayments / Market Risk: VAR / Fraud Risk: Cluster analysis and neural networks / Operational Risk: AMA, Six Sigma.

Manager Credit Risk (mortgage underwriting)

Alina Food Producers S.A

Managed the company, make reports and high impact decisions making on several Alina expansion projects.

Achievements:
•Designed and monitored performance of the action plans for the company.
•Managed all marketing for the company with Marketing Department including the creation and publication of all marketing materials.
•Developed the marketing strategic in line with company objectives.
•Co-ordinated marketing campaigns with sales activities and oversaw the company’s marketing budget.
•Implemented and monitored ISO 9001:2000 for the company.

Manager Finance and Administration 

Senior Manager Strategy & Transformation in the Financial Services | Strategic Leadership Coach | Speaker | Mentor | Leader, passionate about people and continuous organizational improvement | 2x LinkedIn Top Voice

Global Senior Manager with 15+ years' banking experience in areas of Enterprise Risk Management, Governance, Strategic Transformation Projects, and Change Management with a heavy focus on Executive Leadership Reporting. Demonstrated ability to cultivate strong relationships, influence others, and lead high performing teams that advance global priorities. 

Committed to continuous organization improvement, enhancing customer experience and delivering solutions to support strategic financial and business decision-making. 

As a persuasive communicator fluent in English and Spanish, I effectively engage with clients, regulators, stakeholders, management, and staff at all levels. My diverse background includes extensive experience in ERM frameworks, risk culture programs, control assessments, audits, capital structure optimization, and statistical modelling for risk management matters. Leader with a proven track record of leading large-scale projects, implementing change management strategies, and delivering cost savings through efficient project management methodologies.

Core competences include:
•Enterprise Risk Management •Governance & Compliance •Operational Risk •Internal Audit • Executive Leadership Reporting & Analytics •Project Management •Change Management •Data Risk •Model Risk •Strategic Risk •Coaching & Talent Development •SAS/SPSS/DWH •SharePoint & Power Apps •Power BI/Python/R •Copilot •Agile/ Waterfall •JIRA/Confluence •Six Sigma/Kaizen •Protiviti

You don’t want to be busy.
You want results.

Everyone has 24 hours.
What will you do with yours?

Your time is as valuable as your vision.
Start your day by asking:
“What do I want to achieve today?”
 not, “What do I have to do?”

A strategic mindset sets great leaders apart.

Here are 3 tips to help you get results:

1- Know your why:
 → Link goals to your purpose.
 → When distracted, remind yourself why it matters.

2- Block your time:
 → Set time for your top 3 goals.
 → Turn off distractions. Protect this time.

3- Learn to say no:
 → Skip tasks that don’t help your goals.
 → Say no politely but firmly.

As Robin Sharma said:
“Don’t live the same year 
75 times and call it a life.”

Stop being busy.
Start making progress.

P.S. What’s your go-to strategy for getting results?

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Diana Lasso

Talks about #leadership, #riskculture, #changemanagement, #projectmanagement, and #strategicthinking

Senior Manager Strategy & Transformation in the Financial Services | Strategic Leadership Coach | Speaker | Mentor | Author | Helping professionals, leaders, and teams level up with purpose and impact.

What makes someone a Top Performer?
 → It’s not a title.
 → It’s not a one-time win.
 → It’s who you are, every single day.

Yesterday, I felt deeply humbled and grateful 
to receive the Top Performance Award
from my division at the CPM Awards.

Thank you to my Senior Leadership Team
and to my team for creating the space for me
To be the best version of myself.

Because leading by example isn’t just a choice, 
It’s a responsibility.

Here are my 3 secrets:

1- Clarity of purpose:
 → Know exactly why you do what you do.
 → Turn that “why” into daily, intentional actions.

2- Commitment to growth:
 → Invite feedback, even when it’s uncomfortable.
 → See every challenge as a chance to evolve.

3: Consistency with heart:
 → Show up fully. especially on the hard days.
 → Deliver not only results but trust.

As Aristotle said,
"Excellence is not an act, it is a habit." 

Be the person who gets things done.
You already have what it takes!

Send me a DM, happy to support your journey.

P.S. What’s your go-to strategy to perform at your best?

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Ever feel like leadership gets heavier the higher you go?
It’s not about carrying more.
It’s about leading smarter.

Small shifts can change the way you influence.
Curious?
 
Here are 5 TED Talks to Sharpen Your Leadership Edge and Influence:

1- "How Great Leaders Inspire Action" by Simon Sinek

Sinek explores the "Golden Circle" concept, showing how leaders can inspire by focusing on "why" rather than "what."

https://lnkd.in/gMpvx93f

2- "What It Takes to Be a Great Leader" by Rosalinde Torres

Rosalinde discusses essential qualities of effective leaders and shares insights from her study of successful leaders worldwide.

https://lnkd.in/g2Rwzbbs

3-"Everyday Leadership" by Drew Dudley

Drew redefines leadership as small, everyday actions that can have a big impact, inspiring us to see leadership in ourselves.

https://lnkd.in/g8ewaV2F

4- "Why We Have Too Few Women Leaders" by Sheryl Sandberg

Sheryl, former COO of Facebook, speaks on the barriers women face in leadership and ways to foster gender equity in leadership roles.

https://lnkd.in/gkaR2BQN

5- "Listen, Learn … Then Lead" by Stanley McChrystal 

Stanley, a retired U.S. Army General, shares how listening and adaptability are essential in leadership, especially in times of change.

https://lnkd.in/gDw7NUXk

P.S. What is your favourite? 

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Saturday Isn’t Just a Day Off.
It’s a Mirror.

The week was loud.
Meetings. Messages. Deadlines.

But Saturday whispers something else:
 “Are you living or just running?”
Because success isn’t measured only in results.
 
It’s measured in alignment.
↳ Are you leading with intention?
↳ Are you choosing what matters?
↳ Are you proud of the life you’re building?

As Socrates said:
"The unexamined life is not worth living." 

So today, pause
Not to escape the week,
But to understand it.

Every choice shapes your future.
Every pause strengthens your vision.

Your life is not just happening.
↳ You are creating it.

P.S. What’s one choice you’ll make today
that your future self will thank you for?

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Your daily habits aren’t just routines.
They shape your energy, focus, and success.

Did you know that 40% of
what you do every day is a habit?
That means almost half your day runs on autopilot.

So, how do you build lasting energy and real impact?

Try these 5 simple rituals to transform your habits:

1- Sleep well:
 → Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day.
 → Keep your room cool and avoid screens before bedtime.

2- No phone right after waking:
 → Keep your phone out of reach for the first hour.
 → Instead of scrolling, try deep breathing or gentle stretching.

3- Be happy from the start:
 → Smile to set a positive tone for your day.
 → Sit up and take 5 deep breaths while smiling.

4- Write your plan:
 → Choose 3 must-do tasks for the day.
 → Write down 3 things you’re grateful for.

5- Own your rituals:
 → Pray or listen to music.
 → Meditate or take a quick walk.

As Aristotle said,
"We are what we repeatedly do. 
Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit."

Your habits are building your future.

P.S. What habit are you working on this week?

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Some dreams take years.
Some feel impossible.
And some are closer than you think.

Leadership is not a race.
It’s a test of endurance.

You’ve faced obstacles.
You’ve taken detours.
You’ve kept going.

As Nelson Mandela said:
"It always seems impossible until it’s done." 

Every step matters.
Every choice shapes the leader you become.

I hope all your dreams turn into a reality
And I hope you live a life you are proud of.

P.S. What keeps you moving forward?

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We’ve reached over 5,000 people in this community.
And I just want to say, thank you!

When I started writing about strategic leadership, 
I didn’t expect this.
I never imagined these words 
would turn into something bigger.
A space for growth and connection.

I became a leadership coach because I know what it's like.
To be a high achiever with big dreams… and still hold back.
To doubt yourself even when you know you’re capable.

I’ve been there.
I used to stay quiet.
I waited for permission.

I often wished I had a “Diana” to guide me, 
to say, “You’ve got this.”
But I didn’t.
So I had to figure it out on my own.
One day, I looked in the mirror and said: 
Enough is enough!

And guess what?
I stopped waiting!

I chose myself, imperfections and all.
And I started building the life I wanted.

Now, I show up to help others do the same.
To give strategy, confidence, and direction.
To help people lead with clarity, without burning out.

Leadership isn’t a privilege. 
It’s a possibility for those who believe in themselves and take action.

So, thank you:
→ For reading, liking, commenting, and sharing.

You’ve made my days brighter.
You’ve made me feel seen.

Thank you for being part of this community.
You are the reason I do this work.

Together, we can achieve our dreams!

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Leadership isn’t just about being smart.
It’s about being emotionally smart.

Research shows that emotional intelligence accounts for
90% of what sets high performers apart.
And yet, it’s often the most overlooked skill.

So today, let’s pause and reflect:
What truly makes a great leader?

Here are 5 traits emotionally intelligent leaders build every day:

1. Self-awareness:
 Know how you feel. Know how it shows.
 → Pause before reacting.
 → Notice the impact of your mood on others.

2. Self-regulation:
 Stay grounded, especially under pressure.
 → Lead with calm, not impulse.
 → Take a breath before you speak.

3. Motivation:
 Purpose fuels progress.
 → Reconnect with your ‘why’.
 → Let your values guide your actions.

4. Empathy:
 Understand what others feel, even if they don’t say it.
 → Listen with full presence.
 → Respond to the human behind the role.

5. Social skills:
 Connection builds trust.
 → Communicate with clarity and care.
 → Handle conflict with curiosity, not control.

As Brené Brown said:
 “Empathy is the heart of leadership.”

Today is a good day to check in with yourself.

To lead with a little more awareness,
a little more compassion,
and a lot more heart.

Because of how we lead others
always begins with how we lead ourselves.

P.S. What’s one emotional intelligence skill you’re working on right now?

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If your phone died… are you still alive?
The average person checks their phone 96 times a day.
That’s every 5 minutes.
And distractions drain up to 40% of our productivity.

But here’s the truth,
The best moments in life don’t buzz or ping.

 They arrive quietly:
 ➟ a laugh that makes you tear up
 ➟ a quiet dinner moment
 ➟ a look that says, “I see you”

I once spent an afternoon without my phone.
➟ Not planned.
➟ Fully present.
➟ Just me and my nephews.

Guess what?
I didn’t miss anything online.
But I would’ve missed everything right in front of me.

We say we’re busy.
We say we’re overloaded.
But often, we’re just distracted.

What would happen if—just for a moment—
You stopped living on autopilot?

Because true connection isn’t in comments or quick replies.
It’s in presence.
It’s in choosing now.

And here’s the leadership shift,
When leaders unplug and model presence,
Teams gain focus, trust, and clarity.

As Anne Lamott said:
“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes… including you.”

Today, I invite you to:
 ➟ Pause
 ➟ Be present
 ➟ Lead with intention

P.S. What’s one moment you’d like to be fully present for today?

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He looked at me, frustrated.
“I’m exhausted. 
Someone at work keeps spreading lies about me.
And it’s ruining the trust I’ve built with my team.”

I hear this more often 
than you’d think in my coaching sessions.
In fact, studies show 90% of employees,
say gossip and rumors damage trust more than actual mistakes.

Here’s the truth:
You don’t defeat a defamer by arguing.
You defeat them with strategy.

That’s why you can use my 5-step SHAPE formula
to protect credibility and stay in control:

1- S – Spot:
 ➟ Identify the pattern: one person or a group?
 ➟ Decide if it’s noise or a real risk.

2- H – Hold:
 ➟ Shoulders straight, calm tone, steady eyes.
 ➟ Use short phrases: “Noted” or “I prefer not to speculate.”

3- A – Archive:
 ➟ Document dates, places, and witnesses.
 ➟ Keep records—facts are your shield.

4- P – Prove:
 ➟ Let your results speak louder than rumors.
 ➟ Evidence always beats speculation.

5- E – Engage:
 ➟ Stay professional in every interaction.
 ➟ Collaborate openly and share credit.

The goal isn’t to sink the defamer.
It’s to show credibility, control, and consistency.

As Eleanor Roosevelt said:
“No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.”

Leadership isn’t about silence.
It’s about shaping the narrative with facts and composure.

So, stand tall.
Lead with evidence.
And remember, you’ve got this.

P.S. What’s your go-to strategy to protect your reputation when false stories circulate?

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5 STEPS SHAPE FORMULA TO PROCT YOUR CREDIBILITY BY DL

If everything is a priority,
nothing really is!

Want to know why some people 
achieve more with less effort?

80% of your results come
from 20% of your actions.
The rest? It just keeps you busy.

The smartest leaders don’t work more hours.
They focus on what matters most.

Every “yes” is a trade-off:

↳ Say yes to high-impact work,
 and no to tasks that drain your energy.

↳ Say yes to actions that move the needle,
 and no to “urgent” distractions.

↳ Say yes to what fuels your vision,
 and no to everything else.

It’s not about managing time.
It’s about managing priorities.

As Stephen Covey said:
 "The key is not to prioritize what's on your schedule,
 but to schedule your priorities."

Work on the 20% that brings the biggest impact.
Your energy, results, and happiness will thank you.

P.S. What’s the 20% you’ll focus on this week?

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She sat across from me, arms crossed.
Frustrated.
Tired.

“This week was brutal,” she said.
“I have to work with someone I can’t stand.
And it’s draining me.”

I’ve heard this a lot lately.
In fact, most of my coaching sessions 
this week had the same question:
“How do I work with someone who makes my job harder?”
Sounds familiar?

Here’s the truth:
You don’t need to be friends at work.
But you do need to get the job done.
Even with the difficult ones.

It’s not about fake smiles.
It’s about building a working flow.
Where conversations move forward.
And sabotage disappears.

Use my 5-step BRICK formula to handle 
tough colleagues without losing your cool:

B – Build the frame:
➟ Treat it as a work channel, not a friendship
➟ Set the minimum shared goals

R – Rely on interdependence:
➟ Find where you both depend on each other
➟ Use deadlines as neutral ground

I – Integrate “we” language:
➟ Replace “you” and “I” with “we” and “our”
➟ Share credit for team results

C – Craft the limits:
➟ Keep it short, keep it about work
➟ End with a clear next step

K – Keep proof:
➟ Confirm agreements in writing
➟ Document to prevent misunderstandings

When you stop letting it drain your energy, 
you get your focus back.
And your reputation grows stronger.

Leadership isn’t liking everyone.
It’s working well with anyone.

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We all do it.
One mistake. One setback. One moment.
And suddenly, that’s all we see.

But here’s the truth:
95% of things often go right.
Yet we obsess over the 5% that didn’t.

That mindset costs you:
 → Energy
 → Growth
 → Confidence

Great leaders think differently. They:
→ Adapt fast 
→ Learn from it
 → Keep moving forward

As Tony Robbins said:
 "Energy flows where attention goes."

Your energy is too valuable to waste on doubt.
Choose to believe in yourself. 
Every single day! I believe in you.
Happy to support your journey!

P.S. What’s one win you’re celebrating today?

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Your skills won’t matter 
if no one wants to work with you.
Talent opens doors. 
Attitude decides how long you stay.

I’ve seen smart people 
get stuck because they resist change. 

And others rise fast because they:
➟ Adapt instead of complain
➟ Stay positive under pressure
➟ Stay curious and keep learning

A strong resume helps. 
But it’s not enough. 

What really sets you apart?
➟ A positive attitude builds trust.
➟ A growth mindset fuels progress.
➟ A team-first approach creates impact.

Skills can be taught. 
Mindset is a choice.

As Zig Ziglar said, "Your attitude, not your aptitude, will determine your altitude." 

Choose the one that moves you forward.

P.S. What mindset shift made the biggest difference in your career?

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Leadership isn’t just about giving direction.
It’s about taking responsibility.

Too often, 
We think accountability is about
holding others to account.
But real leadership starts 
with holding up the mirror.

So, what actually builds accountable teams?

Here are 3 Simple Habits That Make Accountability Stick:

1. Don’t blame:
Blame shuts down problem-solving.
→ Replace “Who messed up?” with “What broke down?”
→ Create safety, not shame.

2. Look in the mirror:
Ownership begins with you.
→ Ask, “How did I contribute to this?”
→ Model what reflection looks like.

3. Engineer the solution:
Fix the system, not the symptoms.
→ Spot the patterns, not just the people.
→ Ask, “What needs to change?”

As James Clear said,
"You do not rise to the level of your goals. 
You fall to the level of your standards."

Let’s lead with accountability,
Not as a tool of pressure,
But as a signal of trust.

Because of how we lead others
Always begins with how we lead ourselves.

P.S. What’s one habit that’s helped you lead with more accountability?

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The 1 thing that will drive your team's success is:
→ Investing in your people

It is an honour to lead this program!
↳ Seeing 273+ Mentees and Mentors thrive is nothing short of inspiring.

A huge THANK YOU to our Mentors and Mentees for believing in our team's growth. Your dedication and commitment make us stronger every day.

And a special thanks to Adda Nelly Lopez Gallegos, Edgar Ricardo Araujo Alcántara, Emmanuel Serrano Loza and Pablo Cuevas for your support.

Through HOLA, we continue to uplift and celebrate our Latino communities.

Why invest in your team?

→ Growth
↳ Expands skill sets and abilities
↳ Fosters a culture of continuous learning
↳ Personal and professional development

→ Retention
↳ People stay when they feel valued
↳ Growth opportunities reduce turnover
↳ Sense of belonging drives long-term commitment

→ Innovation
↳ Creative problem-solving improves
↳ New ideas emerge from mentorship
↳ Encourages adaptability and agility

A leader's success is reflected in the growth of their team.

P.S. What is your strategy to keep your team together?

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The first impression isn’t what you say
It’s how your temperament shows up.

At work, it shows up in many ways:

1- The Driven – decisive and fast.
 ➟ Pause before reacting.
 ➟ Use “we” to bring others with you.

2- The Calm – steady and patient.
 ➟ Set clear boundaries.
 ➟ Let your stability shine in conflicts.

3- The Thoughtful – analytical and precise.
 ➟ Apply the 80/20 rule to avoid perfectionism.
 ➟ See feedback as information, not attack.

4- The Enthusiastic – energizing and social.
 ➟ Create simple systems to stay focused.
 ➟ Practice active listening to deepen impact.

5- The Visionary – creative and future-focused.
 ➟ Break big dreams into small steps.
 ➟ Stay grounded in today’s priorities.

As Maya Angelou said:
 “People will forget what you said,
But people will never forget how you made them feel.”

You don’t need to change your temperament.
You just need to regulate it and let its best side lead. 

P.S. Which temperament feels most like you today?

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What if life is sending you codes every day…
But you’re too busy to notice?

I’ve been there too.
Running fast.
Chasing goals.
Believing that doing more was the only way forward.

In my coaching sessions, I see the same story.
Talented professionals are moving so quickly that
They miss the lessons life is whispering to them.

And the truth is, studies show 80% of professionals 
feel “stuck” not because of lack of skill, 
but because of mindset traps.

Here are some codes that I’ve worked on myself.
Maybe they’ll work for you, too:

1- Stay quiet when you’re winning.

2- Don’t count your plans, let results speak.

3- Not everyone has your heart; don’t expect the same in return.

4- Every day is a chance to be better than yesterday.

5- Gratitude unlocks what you want.

6- What you’re holding on to may be what you need to release.

7- Life doesn’t get easier; you get stronger!

8- People come and go for a reason, trust it.

9- If the attacks are strong, it means you carry something valuable.

10- You’ll lose people when you take your goals seriously, and that’s okay.

As Tim Ron said:
“Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment.” 

Commit to your life.
Your team, and your family, will thank you.
And most importantly, your future self will thank you!

P.S. Which of these 10 codes do you feel speaks most to you today?

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Your career isn’t built by titles.
It’s built by how you think.
Here’s what no one tells you:
Careers grow when you stop taking things personally.
 
When you show your work without fear.
When you stop waiting for permission.

Three mindsets to carry at work:
 ↳ Mistakes will happen.
 ↳ Worry doesn’t pay extra.
 ↳ Everything can be solved.

Instead, try this:
➟ Ask for help.
➟ Share your work.
➟ Give credit freely.

Most people are just figuring it out too.
Assume good intent.

That cold email?
Probably written in a rush, not about you.

Don’t be a passenger.
Be the architect of your career.

As Viktor Frankl said:
 "When we are no longer able to change a situation, 
we are challenged to change ourselves."

Your mind can be your greatest ally, or your biggest block.
Direct it with intention.
And your career will follow.

You already have the power!
Now choose where to take it.

P.S. What’s your go-to strategy to keep your career moving forward?

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Feeling drained?
It’s not just in your head.
Your body produces cortisol every single day.
The stress hormone never fully turns off.

90% of doctor visits are linked to stress.
But here’s the truth: there’s an antidote.

➟ Joy
➟ Love
➟ Connection

To love is to be brave.

When people look back at their lives, one regret stands out:
“I wish I had said I love you more often.”

Happiness isn’t luck.
It’s a choice.

Love isn’t weakness.
Its strength.

And both can take your life—and your leadership—to the next level.

We are what we consume.
Not just food.
But thoughts, emotions, and words.

This Sunday, choose to recharge.
Spend time with the people you love.
Because when you feel fulfilled, you lead with intention.
And that’s when results appear.

P.S. What’s one small choice you make to lead with love instead of stress?

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