UndocuStartup™ with Juan Maya Hernandez

What I Learned From Rich People as an Undocumented Entrepreneur | Ep 140

In this episode, Juan Maya Hernandez shares the biggest lessons he learned from wealthy entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, millionaire founders, and investors connected to companies like Grubhub, Snapchat, and Giphy. As an undocumented entrepreneur building UndocuStartup™, Juan reflects on how these experiences completely changed the way he thinks about money, entrepreneurship, marketing, leverage, focus, and long-term success. From meeting startup investors to studying billionaires like Henry Ford and John D. Rockefeller, Juan breaks down the mindset shifts that helped him stop thinking about survival and start thinking about scale, ownership, and impact. This episode is filled with practical entrepreneurship advice for undocumented students, Dreamers, DACA recipients, and first-generation founders who want to build wealth, create opportunities, and grow successful businesses.   🔑 In this episode you’ll learn: * The biggest entrepreneurship and wealth lessons I learned from millionaires * How undocumented entrepreneurs can think bigger and build long-term success * Why focus, leverage, marketing, and mindset are critical for undocumented founders 📣 Whether you’re a student with an idea, or an ally who wants to see undocumented students win — this episode is for you. 📆 Learn how to bring UndocuStartup™ to your campus: www.undocustartup.com 🚀 12 Ways to Connect With Me: * Newsletter → https://shorturl.at/mpzLO * Programs & Speaking → https://www.undocustartup.com * TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@jmayahern * Business IG → https://instagram.com/undocustartup/ * 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 → jmayahern@undocustartup.com * 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.

UndocuStartup Weekly #32: Pricing Tips for Undocumented Entrepreneurs | Ep 139

In this episode, Juan Maya Hernandez breaks down the biggest lessons he’s learned about pricing, sales, confidence, and building a sustainable business as an undocumented entrepreneur. From charging premium prices to understanding customer psychology, Juan shares real stories from growing UndocuStartup™ into a national entrepreneurship movement. He explains why founders should stop apologizing for charging what they’re worth, how presentation affects business opportunities, and why undocumented students must begin thinking beyond survival and toward long-term wealth creation and economic empowerment. 🔑 In this episode you’ll learn: * Why charging higher prices can actually attract better clients * How to confidently price your services without fear or guilt * The mindset shifts undocumented entrepreneurs need to build wealth 📣 Whether you’re a student with an idea, or an ally who wants to see undocumented students win — this episode is for you. 📆 Learn how to bring UndocuStartup™ to your campus: www.undocustartup.com ⚡ Learn more: www.undocustartup.com/tour 🚀 12 Ways to Connect With Me: * Newsletter → https://shorturl.at/mpzLO * Programs & Speaking → https://www.undocustartup.com * TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@jmayahern * Business IG → https://instagram.com/undocustartup/ * 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 → jmayahern@undocustartup.com * 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.

Stop Waiting for DACA... Start Independent Contracting NOW! | Ep 138

In this episode, Juan Maya Hernandez is joined by speakers Beatriz Hernandez and Karen Nuñez for a powerful conversation on how undocumented individuals can build income, careers, and community, without relying on traditional employment pathways. From navigating life without DACA to leveraging independent contracting, reselling, consulting, and advocacy work, both speakers share their real-life journeys of resilience, creativity, and persistence. They break down how networking, mentorship, and mindset shifts opened doors, and how you can start building your own path today.🔑 In this episode you’ll learn:* How to generate income through independent contracting, consulting, and side hustles without work authorization* Why networking, mentorship, and community are critical to unlocking opportunities* How to reframe your skills and pivot your career path despite systemic barriers📣 Whether you’re a student with an idea, or an ally who wants to see undocumented students win... this episode is for you.📆 Learn how to bring UndocuStartup™ to your campus: www.undocustartup.com🚀 12 Ways to Connect With Me:* Newsletter → https://shorturl.at/mpzLO* Programs & Speaking → https://www.undocustartup.com* TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@jmayahern* Business IG → https://instagram.com/undocustartup/* 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 → jmayahern@undocustartup.com* 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.

UndocuStartup Weekly #31: The $800 Tax Bill Nobody Warns Entrepreneurs About | Ep 137

In this episode, Juan Maya Hernandez shares the hard truth about entrepreneurship and taxes, lessons learned the expensive way. After making a simple mistake that cost him $200, Juan breaks down what every entrepreneur (especially undocumented founders) needs to know to avoid penalties, stay compliant, and build a business that actually lasts. From saving a percentage of every contract to using tools like QuickBooks and hiring a CPA, this episode is your wake-up call before tax season hits again. 🔑 In this episode you’ll learn: * The costly mistake that led to a $200 penalty—and how to avoid it * Why saving 20–25% of your income isn’t optional * The tools and systems that make tax season easier (and less stressful) 📣 Whether you’re a student with an idea, or an ally who wants to see undocumented students win... this episode is for you. 📆 Learn how to bring UndocuStartup™ to your campus: www.undocustartup.com ⚡ Learn more: www.undocustartup.com/tour 🚀 12 Ways to Connect With Me: * Newsletter → https://shorturl.at/mpzLO * Programs & Speaking → https://www.undocustartup.com * TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@jmayahern * Business IG → https://instagram.com/undocustartup/ * 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 → jmayahern@undocustartup.com * 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.

UndocuStartup Weekly #30: How I Completed 3 Programs in One Month | Ep 136

In this episode, Juan shares a major milestone: completing three programs in one month through UndocuStartup™. He breaks down the biggest lessons learned while scaling the company, including planning for complexity, building repeatable systems, protecting your health, handling small problems like a founder, and staying focused on long-term growth. Juan also talks about payment structures, building a pipeline a year in advance, and realizing he is much closer to his goals than he once believed. This is a real behind-the-scenes look at entrepreneurship, momentum, and what it takes to grow while serving undocumented students nationwide. 🔑 In this episode you’ll learn: * Why growth gets messy — and how to prepare for complexity before it happens * How repeatable systems help you scale programs, clients, and impact faster * Why health, consistency, and mindset matter just as much as revenue 📣 Whether you’re a student with an idea, or an ally who wants to see undocumented students win — this episode is for you. 📆 Learn how to bring UndocuStartup™ to your campus: www.undocustartup.com [http://www.undocustartup.com] 🚀 12 Ways to Connect With Me: * Newsletter → https://shorturl.at/mpzLO [https://shorturl.at/mpzLO] * Programs & Speaking → https://www.undocustartup.com [https://www.undocustartup.com] * TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@jmayahern [https://www.tiktok.com/@jmayahern] * Business IG → https://instagram.com/undocustartup/ [https://instagram.com/undocustartup/] * Personal IG → https://instagram.com/jmayahe/ [https://instagram.com/jmayahe/] * LinkedIn → https://linkedin.com/in/juanmayahernandez/ [https://linkedin.com/in/juanmayahernandez/] * LinkedIn Newsletter → https://linkedin.com/newsletters/7011183488515129344/ [https://linkedin.com/newsletters/7011183488515129344/] * Reddit → https://reddit.com/r/Undocumentedstudents/ [https://reddit.com/r/Undocumentedstudents/] * Threads → https://www.threads.net/@jmayahern [https://www.threads.net/@jmayahern] * Email → jmayahern@undocustartup.com * Website → https://www.jmayahern.com [https://www.jmayahern.com] * Full podcast archive → https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/juan-maya-hernandez [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.