The Real Reasons I Chose The Entrepreneurship Career Path As An Undocumented Student | Ep 101

In this episode, Juan Maya Hernandez shares the six powerful reasons that pushed him to become an entrepreneur. From facing academic probation without DACA, to discovering his love for marketing—and realizing the limits of a 9 to 5—Juan breaks down how necessity, vision, and a hunger for growth led him to where he is today. He talks about financial independence, building confidence through daily challenges, and how entrepreneurship gave him the freedom to wake up on his own terms—literally and figuratively.

🔑 In this episode you’ll learn:

• How a lack of DACA and urgent financial needs kickstarted Juan's entrepreneurial journey

• Why freedom, flexibility, and growth matter more than a paycheck

• The mindset shift from dependency to self-determined income

📣 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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This year, UndocuStartup™ Tour is stopping in CA, NY, TX, FL, IL, and NJ.
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• Newsletter → https://shorturl.at/mpzLO

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• Personal IG → https://instagram.com/jmayahe/

• LinkedIn → https://linkedin.com/in/juanmayahernandez/

• LinkedIn Newsletter → https://linkedin.com/newsletters/7011183488515129344/

• Reddit → https://reddit.com/r/Undocumentedstudents/

• Threads → https://www.threads.net/@jmayahern

• Email → [email protected]

• Website → https://www.jmayahern.com

• Full podcast archive → https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/juan-maya-hernandez

🎤 Hosted by Juan Maya Hernandez, founder of UndocuStartup™ — the leading entrepreneurship program for undocumented students.

🧠 Be motivated. Stay motivated.