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Redesigning Your Role as Founder: What Responsibility Would You Let Go Today ?
Owning a business is not just about holding a title. It is a role that demands constant evolution. Many founders start their companies wearing every hat, managing every task, and solving every problem. This approach makes sense in the early days when survival depends on hands-on involvement. But as the business grows and stabilizes, continuing to operate as the primary doer creates unnecessary pressure and limits growth. If your daily routine looks the same as it did in year
unboundascent
Jan 273 min read


Unlock Progress with an Unbound Ascent Clarity Call: Unbound Ascent Coaching Benefits
Growth in a service-based business often feels like a balancing act on a tightrope. You push hard to meet client demands, manage your team, and keep the business moving forward. Yet, the hours stretch longer, decisions pile up, and the pressure to perform grows. I’ve seen this cycle countless times. The key to breaking it lies in clear boundaries and focused action. That’s where an unbound ascent discovery call fits in. It’s not a sales pitch or a vague promise. It’s a direc
unboundascent
Jan 163 min read


How to Scale a Service Business: A Boundary-First Approach
Growing a service business isn’t about working more hours or chasing the next tactic someone promised would “unlock scale.” It’s about making deliberate decisions that create control, predictability, and capacity. In this article, I will discuss how to scale a service business effectively. Most service businesses don’t stall because the owner lacks ambition or skill. They stall because the business becomes reactive. Client demands pile up. Internal decisions get delayed. Ever
unboundascent
Dec 17, 20254 min read


Embracing Change: My Journey from Corporate to Entrepreneurship
Overcoming Financial Fear Before I left my 9‑5, I spent nearly 14 years in structured retail and corporate roles. The emotion I felt most was fear—financial fear. I had two young kids and responsibilities weighing heavily on my shoulders. I worried that one wrong move could set them up for failure. At the same time, I felt the toll my job was taking on me. Burnout was creeping in. I lacked control over my schedule, and it negatively impacted my presence with my family. I real
unboundascent
Nov 6, 20253 min read


The Hispanic-American Identity Crisis
When I moved to Houston TX from Miami FL, everyone thought I was Mexican. That really bothered me, but it wasn’t peoples ignorance or subtle comments that upset me, it was this:
My whole life I thought of myself as an American. After all, I was born in Miami Florida, spoke English, and had a US passport.
unboundascent
Jul 6, 20254 min read


Thinking About Running Your Business From Abroad? Top 5 Digital Nomad Mental Obstacles
Not A.I- Photo taken by Chris Bustos in Valencia, Spain Most entrepreneurs dream of the ultimate freedom: running their business from...
unboundascent
Jun 30, 20255 min read


The Silent Battle with Hispanic Burnout in Entrepreneurship
“Hispanic Burnout.” It’s not just the stress of running a business; it’s a deeper, more insidious form of exhaustion rooted in the intersection of relentless ambition, cultural expectations, and often, the unaddressed weight of generational pressures. I’ve felt it, and I’ve seen it in countless driven professionals like us.
unboundascent
Jun 7, 20253 min read


Beyond The Paycheck: A Hispanic Man’s Guide to Finding Worth After Job Loss
Beyond The Paycheck: A Hispanic Man’s Guide to Finding Worth After Job Loss
unboundascent
May 8, 20257 min read


Silence Your Inner Critic: A Step-by-Step Guide to Crushing Limiting Beliefs
Limiting beliefs are usually just stories we’ve been told or, even worse, stories we’ve convinced ourselves are true. They’re not facts. Your potential is only capped by the beliefs you hold onto.
unboundascent
Apr 19, 20256 min read


How to Break Limiting Beliefs: A Step-by-Step Process to Free Yourself
The truth is, limiting beliefs are often not rooted in fact. They're just stories we've been told or have convinced ourselves are true. But this is not true. Your potential is only limited by the beliefs you hold.
unboundascent
Mar 13, 20254 min read


The Impact of Technology Dependence on Eye Contact: Why Connection Is Suffering in the Digital Age
In today’s fast-paced digital world, we’re more connected than ever before. But paradoxically, we’re also losing our ability to truly connect with the people around us. One of the most significant signs of this decline is the decrease in meaningful eye contact during face-to-face interactions.
unboundascent
Mar 10, 20255 min read


Depression, Success, and the Journey to Self-Awareness: A Leader’s Path to Transformation
When we think about success, we often picture the highs, the breakthroughs, accomplishments, and triumphs. But what if I told you that depression, one of the most difficult experiences a person can face has played a significant role in the success of many people I know ...
unboundascent
Mar 3, 20254 min read


The Entrepreneurial Leap: From Professional to Business Owner
Ever wonder why some professionals struggle to build successful businesses despite years of experience? The answer lies in more than just expertise; it requires a complete transformation.
unboundascent
Feb 25, 20255 min read
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