Karina Carlos
Karina Carlos Arreguin tells us that, “I am a 39 years old latina born in Mexico. I am the eldest child of three daughters and was raised by a strong beautiful woman. I have a bachelor’s degree in law, but I never practiced. I found my true calling as a life coach after going through a dark night of the soul. I am an entrepreneur at heart and my work is focused on three pillars: self-development, communication and wellbeing. I am a life coach, a public speaking coach and a holistic practitioner. I am a lifetime learner and seek to make my difference in the world.”
What were your initial years of growing up like? Tell us about your life before starting your Entrepreneur journey/venture/initiative.
I grew up in California, and was influenced heavily by American culture. I grew up in a diverse environment and felt equal to boys, never at a disadvantage. With a strong mother figure who instilled ambition in me, I set high expectations for myself and envision living an independent life where I got to call the shots.
Every industry that is now a large-scale, top-notch business once started as a small idea in the minds of entrepreneurs. What was that idea or motivation that made you start your business /initiative? What motivated you within to say YES, go for it!”
For me it was overcoming the perceived limitations of mental illness. I wanted to prove to myself that after being diagnosed with mental illness, I still had potential in me, that I could enjoy a good quality of life. That I still mattered and that I could still make my difference against the odds.
Tell us something about your initiative or current role. What is it about, and what impact are you trying to make?
I empower individuals from all walks of life, students, professionals, entrepreneurs, and everyone in between to find their voice and communicate with confidence. I work with coaches worldwide, helping them achieve their personal, academic, business, and professional goals through tailored coaching sessions that focus on enhancing their speaking skills, storytelling abilities, and overall presence. My coaching approach integrates proven public speaking techniques with insights into personal growth, ensuring each session is both effective and transformative.
Beyond coaching, I am a strong advocate for well-being and holistic therapies, believing that personal and professional success is deeply connected to a healthy mind, body, and spirit. I incorporate elements of mindfulness, stress management, and self-awareness into my coaching, helping my coaches develop not just as speakers, but as confident, authentic individuals.
Your journey and your vision are very inspiring, but are there any achievements or accomplishments you would like to mention?
I feel accomplished because of the excellent feedback I’ve received from my clients about the results they had after working with me. Link to my reviews is here: https://preply.com/en/tutor/780212
Would you like to share with our young budding women entrepreneurs the change you would like to see in the world if given an opportunity?
I would like to see women being more confident all over the world. Taking more leadership roles and believing in themselves. The world needs our input to be a better place for all of us, it’s our job to assert ourselves into all spaces, so we can make our contributions and impact.
Women are a growing force in the workplaces worldwide, standing shoulder to shoulder with their male counterparts. What are your thoughts about women leadership today?
Although there is the social oppression such as the expectations of a sentimental partner or parents that limit the growth of women, oftentimes self-imposed limitations are a bigger barrier (insecurities like self-doubt, impostor syndrome, perfectionist syndrome or a harsh inner critic). We must persevere and push through to break these and bring our gifts and talents to leadership positions with strength and determination.
What would you want to say to our young leaders/audience reading this?
Don´t let your past, your circumstances or anybody define who you are or how far you can get. Your potential knows no limits.