From Employee to Entrepreneur: Steven's Journey | Immigrant Nation Podcast

In this conversation, Steven Aguiar shares his experience of growing up in a household where his parents are immigrants from Cuba. He discusses how the story of his father's migration impacted him and instilled gratitude for the opportunities in the United States. Steven talks about the importance of family values and support in immigrant communities. He also shares his educational journey and how attending a competitive high school prepared him for the challenges of entrepreneurship. Steven explores the impact of the internet and AI on immigrant communities and the changing landscape of work. He offers advice to immigrant parents on preparing their children for the future and emphasizes the importance of being open-minded about different paths to success. Steven also shares his own entrepreneurial journey and the lessons he learned from observing his parents' business. He discusses the benefits and challenges of doing business with family members and the importance of hard work, accountability, and being present in entrepreneurship. Steven Aguiar discusses his involvement with the Innocence Project and how digital strategies are employed to support their mission. He explains how his agency, Blue Wing, helps the Innocence Project with paid media support, including running Facebook and Google ads and growing their email list. Aguiar also talks about the launch of Gift Pact, a platform that allows nonprofits to accept cryptocurrency donations. He discusses the benefits of donating crypto and how Gift Pact is helping nonprofits take advantage of the crypto boom. Aguiar shares his advice for immigrants and aspiring investors, emphasizing the importance of following curiosity and leaning into what you know. He expresses optimism about the future of immigrants and the opportunities they will have in a world that values their contributions.

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