It’s never too late to learn something new. In 2008 I took the plunge into social media. I thought as a journalist I needed to learn everything about social media from blogging to starting a group on Facebook.
In 2009, I started “Wise Latinas Linked” on Facebook. Two of my girlfriends helped me launch the group that would help empower and inspire Latinas around the world. Today we have close to 5,000 members on Facebook, and more than 600 on LinkedIn.
Friday (Sept. 20) my work paid off. Latinos in Social Media better known as LATISM, recognized me with their national award for 2013 Social Network Leader. It’s the second time I have won the award. I also won in 2011.
I couldn’t be in New York City to personally pick up the award, because of earlier plans, but when I got the text that I won—I was in shock. I was up against tough competition–people with thousands ands thousands of followers.
A big thank you to everyone who voted for me for this award. I share the award with all the members of Wise Latinas Linked who have put us on the map and a few newspapers and online news sites.
What I hope you take away from this blog is to take the plunge–learn something new. Don’t be afraid to jump out there and conquer. Don’t let age, doubters, or fear of the unknown stop you.
Today I am a proud reporter, proud Latina Leader and most of all a woman who is not afraid to just get out there and work it!
Rebecca Aguilar 