Luz Plasencia

Unleash Your Light w/ Luz

Business EN ↓ 28 episodes

Are you wondering how real women like you overcome challenges in their lives and achieve their definition of success? Do you want to know the secrets, tips and strategies that have helped them get unstuck and find fulfillment in their personal and professional lives? Do you love hearing inspirational stories of so-called “failures” and success of other Latina women? Unleash your Light w/ Luz is a space where we dive into the incredible stories of resilient women, mostly Latinas, who turned dreams into reality. Explore their upbringing, pivotal moments, and the surprising twists that reshaped t...

Author

Luz Plasencia

Category

Business

Podcast website

www.buzzsprout.com

Latest episode

Apr 1, 2026

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Episodes

Leverage Over Validation: How to Network with Purpose w/ Lea White 01.04.2026

Are you walking into rooms looking for validation… or for leverage? In this episode of Unleash Your Light w/ Luz, we’re shifting the way you think about networking. Because it’s not about collecting business cards, being liked, or proving your worth. It’s about making intentional, aligned connections that actually move your life and business forward. Lea White is sharing her own evolution from see...

Your Midlife Glow Up Starts Here 19.03.2026

In this episode, Luz discusses the challenges and transformations that women experience in midlife. She explores the confidence shift, awakening of consciousness, navigating perimenopause, identity recalibration, refining lives, embracing midlife, and the potential for the best season yet. Takeaways Midlife is a time of confidence shift Self-awareness and alignment are key in midlife Questions to...

Time Travel Through Photos with Natalia Acevedo - Healing, Motherhood & Legacy 20.02.2026

What if every photo you take is a form of time travel? In this heartfelt conversation, Luz sits down with photographer, mom, and entrepreneur Natalia Acevedo to talk about the deeper meaning behind photography and why it’s so much more than just “capturing a moment.” Natalia shares how losing her grandmother reinforced the priceless value of printed photos, how images can help us heal during grief...

From the Cubicle to CEO: How Kayelani Vasquez Built Boss Babes & Brunch and Found Her Purpose 12.02.2026

Kayelani Vasquez, CEO and founder of Boss Babes and Brunch, shares her journey with Luz, from corporate life to entrepreneurship, highlighting the challenges, lessons learned, and the power of community. Her story inspires women to overcome fears, take risks, and leave a legacy, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and support. Don't miss this inspiring episode of Unleash Your Light w/ Luz....

From Loss to Legacy: Faith, Resilience & Purpose-Driven Marketing w/ Kim Decena 06.02.2026

In this conversation with Luz, Kim Decena shares her inspiring journey as an entrepreneur and mother, detailing her experiences growing up as the daughter of immigrants and the impact of losing her mother at a young age. She discusses how these challenges shaped her resilience and approach to business, emphasizing the importance of effective communication in marketing. Kim also highlights her pass...

Finding Calm in the Chaos: Mindfulness, Stress, and Joy in Uncertain Times 21.01.2026

In today’s episode, I’m joined by someone who has been a mentor, friend, and guiding light in my life: Maritza Puello. Maritza is a senior media consultant, communications strategist, and mindfulness, wellness, and leadership coach who helps people connect mind, body, and spirit in both life and work. We dive into an honest conversation about navigating stress, uncertainty, and overwhelm in today’...

From Teacher to Entrepreneur: Balancing Business & Motherhood 14.01.2026

In this engaging conversation, Luz interviews Giselle Velasquez, a dynamic entrepreneur who transitioned from a decade-long teaching career to owning multiple businesses in the event industry. Giselle shares her journey of self-discovery, the challenges of balancing motherhood with entrepreneurship, and the cultural significance of Quinceañeras. She emphasizes the importance of delegating responsi...

The Courage to Change: Becoming the Courageous Version of You 07.01.2026

Happy New Year, friends! In this first episode of 2026, we’re diving into a topic so many of us are feeling right now: courage — not the loud, dramatic kind the world loves to celebrate, but the quiet, everyday, deeply personal courage it takes to grow into the next version of yourself. This episode explores how to recognize the season you’re in, how to know when God is asking you to rest vs when...

Goal Setting Without Burnout - 3 mindset shifts to achieve your goals with clarity & alignment 29.12.2025

If traditional goal setting feels overwhelming, exhausting, or no longer fits your life, this episode is for you. In this solo episode of Unleash Your Light w/ Luz , we’re rethinking goal setting for women who still want to achieve big dreams but without burnout, hustle culture, or sacrificing what matters most . I’m sharing three powerful mindset shifts that are changing the way I’m planning for...

S2 E8: Turning Life's Challenges into Purpose 03.12.2025

In this episode of Unleash Your Light w/ Luz, we dive into the powerful and inspiring story of Rachel DiSalvo, a trailblazing realtor, entrepreneur, and woman whose journey shows what’s possible when resilience meets purpose. Rachel shares her real, raw upbringing in Canarsie, Brooklyn, where she grew up surrounded by crime, drugs, and limited opportunities. She opens up about how those early expe...

Grateful but Overwhelmed: Why "Having It All” Can Still Feel Heavy 24.09.2025

You’ve worked hard to create a beautiful life - a career, family, home, achievements and you are grateful. But at the same time… something feels off. You’re stretched too thin, restless, or quietly wondering: “Is this really it?” In this episode of Unleash Your Light, Luz gets real about the tension so many women experience but rarely admit out loud: loving your life while craving more. She shares...

It's never too late to reinvent yourself. A conversation with Dr. Kim Johnson Hatchett! 28.08.2025

Balancing Motherhood, Medicine, and Motivation with Dr. Kim Hatchett In this inspiring conversation, I sit down with Dr. Kim Johnson Hatchett—a neurologist, hospital administrator, wife, and mom of two—to talk about women’s health, resilience, and the power of pursuing your passion no matter your age or circumstances. Dr. Kim shares her journey from business school to pharmaceutical sales, and ult...

How to Pay for College with Scholarships 13.08.2025

Sky‑high tuition? Not on Crystal Goliday’s watch. In today’s episode of Unleash Your Light with Luz, we meet Crystal Goliday “The Fund Finder for Education” —the woman who earned 3 college degrees with ZERO student‑loans and now helps families do the same. 🎙️ What you’ll learn Step‑by‑step funding game plan: how to start the scholarship hunt in elementary school, run a 30‑minute “Money Monday” rou...

Build a life you love in Midlife without the Hustle 30.07.2025

Are you in your 40s or 50s and wondering, “Why can’t I push like I used to?” Fatigue, brain fog, sleepless nights, and the constant pressure to do more—it’s not in your head. It’s midlife, and your body is asking you to shift into a new rhythm. In this episode of Unleash Your Light w/ Luz, I’m sharing why so many midlife women feel burned out—and how you can redefine success, honor your energy, an...

The Thing You’re Avoiding Is Holding You Back 23.07.2025

In this episode of Unleash Your Light with Luz , we’re getting real about avoidance and how it’s keeping you stuck. Avoidance doesn’t always look like hiding. Sometimes it shows up as: Overthinking every little move Filling your schedule with endless tasks Telling yourself “you’ll start later”… again and again Sound familiar? This episode will help you recognize the subtle ways you’re holding your...

Redefining Success: You’re Already Living What You Prayed For 28.04.2025

Are you chasing your goals so hard that you’re missing the blessings you already have? In this heartfelt episode of Unleash Your Light with Luz, I’m opening up about a powerful realization I had recently: so much of what I once prayed for is already here. Today, we’re redefining what success really means — beyond money, milestones, and numbers — and learning how to hold gratitude and ambition at t...

How to Align Your Goals with God’s Purpose for your Life 20.01.2025

Episode Title: How to Align Your Goals with God’s Purpose for your Life Episode Summary: In this episode of Unleash Your Light w/ Luz , we explore how to align your goals with God’s purpose. If you’re feeling stuck or unsure if you’re on the right path, this episode will help you refocus with practical steps and Go. Discover how to live with intention, trust God’s timing, and take meaningful actio...

Reset and Realign: Why Intentions Matter More Than Big Goals 06.01.2025

Episode Title: "Reset and Realign: Why Intentions Matter More Than Big Goals" Episode Summary: Luz is back after a much-needed break! In this episode, she opens up about navigating one of her toughest years, including her experience with perimenopause, burnout, and the importance of prioritizing mental and physical health. Luz shares how slowing down helped her realign with her purpose and how you...

From Stuck to Unstoppable: The Power of Life Coaching w/ Marc Hildebrand 13.05.2024

In this episode of "Unleash Your Light with Luz," Luz sits down with Marc Hildebrand, a seasoned life and performance coach specializing in family-focused entrepreneurs. Marc is Luz's life & performance coach and one of the co-founders of the Push Coach Certification School, where Luz became certified as a life & performance coach herself to help women entrepreneurs. Together, they dive in...

Navigating Caregiving: A Journey of Love and Sacrifice with Micki Fernandez 22.04.2024

Join Luz in a heartfelt conversation with Micki Fernandez, a devoted health and wellness coach who also serves as a full-time caregiver for her mother battling dementia. Micki candidly shares the profound challenges she faces in maintaining a delicate balance between her personal life and caregiving responsibilities. She opens up about her darkest moments, underscoring the vital role of self-care...

Shedding Light on Perimenopause: My Personal Journey 01.04.2024

In this episode of the "Unleash Your Light with Luz Podcast," Luz dives into the often unspoken and misunderstood topic of perimenopause. Sharing her personal experience and insights, Luz sheds light on the physical and emotional symptoms that women may face during this transitional phase before menopause. She discusses the challenges of navigating through symptoms like anxiety, fatigue, and depre...

Creating Your Vision: A Roadmap to Your Dreams 11.03.2024

Episode Summary: In this episode of *Unleash Your Light with Luz*, host Luz discusses the importance of creating a vision for your life. She shares personal experiences and insights on how having a vision can help you stay focused, motivated, and aligned with your goals. Luz emphasizes that it's never too late to dream and pursue your goals, especially for women who may feel stuck in their current...

My 5 Strategies to Navigating Life's Curveballs and Achieve your Goals 20.02.2024

In this episode of "Unleash Your Light with Luz," Luz explores how to achieve goals when life presents challenges. Luz discusses how setbacks often occur when pursuing dreams, citing personal experiences and the importance of faith during tough times. She shares how she maintains resilience despite challenges, including juggling work, family, and health issues like perimenopause. Luz offers five k...

The ONE thing that positively changed my career, my marriage and how I parent my girls. 12.02.2024

Hola! I'm thrilled to talk about something that's truly transformed my life: personal development. Join me as I share my journey with personal growth, from stumbling upon self-help books to becoming a health coach. From browsing bookstore aisles to embracing morning routines, personal growth has transformed every aspect of my life. I've learned that it's not just about me—it's about enriching rela...

From Brooklyn Streets to Real Estate Heights w/ Rachel DiSalvo 31.01.2024

Join Luz in this heart-to-heart conversation with the incredible Rachel DiSalvo, a trailblazing realtor whose journey is nothing short of inspiring. In today's episode, Rachel takes us on a captivating ride through her life, from the bustling streets of Brooklyn to the thriving world of real estate. Rachel doesn't hold back as she shares the raw experiences of her upbringing in Canarsie Brooklyn....

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