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Hady Méndez is an Amazon best-selling author, proud Puerto Rican, and leadership coach based in New York. As founder of Boldly Speaking LLC, she empowers underestimated employees to self-advocate, self-promote, and step into leadership roles. Recognized as a LinkedIn Top Coaching & Mentoring Voice, her thought leadership has been featured in Business Insider, #WeAllGrow Latina, and by organizations including Lean In Latinas and Ellevate Network.

"Calladita No More" is a powerful collection of stories about the lived experiences of a Latina who dared to dream big-only to find that the world wasn't built for her ambitions. Through the lens of familiar Latinx cultural sayings, or refranes, Hady Méndez shares the lessons she learned navigating identity, leadership, and belonging in a world fueled by bias, discrimination, racism, and sexism.

Each chapter holds a different refrán and lesson, blending personal storytelling with cultural reflection to spotlight hard-earned insights on empowerment, resilience, and reclaiming one's voice. This is not a step-by-step guide. It is a deeply personal narrative-an offering of wisdom and encouragement to Latinas and Women of Color who are carving their own paths through systems that were never designed with them in mind.

Hady's journey is a testament to what is possible when one learns to champion themselves, celebrate their successes, foster community, and prioritize self-care. Written with joy, clarity, and mucho orgullo, the book invites readers to reflect on the lessons they've learned and the insights they've gained.

This book is a call to remember who you are, where you come from, and the power you already hold. You are not alone on this journey. The wisdom and strength you desire are already within.

Kindle Price: $9.99

Category: Biographies & Memoirs; Self-Help