We had the good fortune of connecting with Alejandra Leyva and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Alejandra, have you ever found yourself in a spot where you had to decide whether to give up or keep going? How did you make the choice?
When it comes to running a business, I know that battle between giving up or keep going all too well. There have been times when I have wonder what would happen if I just stopped but I have kept going because I believe what I am doing has a great positive impact in many peoples lives and I want to reach as many people as possible I know I am not done yet.

Can you give our readers an introduction to your business? Maybe you can share a bit about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
I started my business with rebound boots when I was 20 years old. It was hard a the time for people to take me seriously, even for my family and friends to take me seriously, I actually had people close to me who sat me down and gave me the “when are you going to stop jumping around and do something with your life” talk.

In all this years I have learned to:
1) Always have people smarter than you on your corner
2) Beaware of what you know but be more aware of what you don’t know so you can learn it, always keep learning!!!
3) You need a TEAM, the faster you learn to delegate effectively the faster you will grow!
4) There is no secret formula, don’t wait for the perfect plan, try it all, do it all, don’t be afraid to fail. Try it, if it doesn’t work learn why I didn’t work and move on to the next.

I would hope my story goes as one of someone that worked relentlessly to create a positive impact in the world and to inspire others to do the same. As for my brand, that it’s a safe space for you to grow and learn!

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
I am currently living in Barcelona, Spain so the very first thing would be to welcome by taking them to the food market for some good tapas and wine, then we would walk all over the city to end at the beach to after visit some of the amazing buildings around the city!

For me, the most exciting things, places and people are the ones I don’t know yet, exploring new places, meeting new people and experiencing new things are one of my favourite things to do. I love to travel for that very reason!

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
Firstable, a huge shoutout to my incredible team, for supporting me, believing in me and carring our vision through. I would like to give a big shoutout to my wonderful friends and family, because at times when I have felt hesitant, nervous, stressed or burned out.

Their support has made me feel fearless, like there is no freaking way I am stopping because I got this and they got me!!

My support system is everything and the reason I am where I am today!

Website: https://www.saltamexico.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saltamexico/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alejandra-leyva-88a673174/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SaltaMexico/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SaltaMexico

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