Episode 312 features Maideli Garcia of My Daily Dinero. We’re discussing how to transition from teaching to tech! Listen now!
Maideli Garcia is a Latina money coach and financial educator dedicated to helping women of color and first-gens individuals save, spend, invest, and earn more—all without sacrificing joy.
As the daughter of Mexican immigrants, she taught herself personal finance after a family emergency exposed the lack of financial stability in her life. With a background in education, Maideli has taught in public, private, and international schools.
After facing burnout, she used her new financial foundation to pivot out of teaching and into the tech industry, where she now works remotely, earning three times her former teacher salary. This shift has given her the freedom and energy to focus on her mission: empowering others to thrive financially while prioritizing their well-being.
Maideli has broken generational cycles by educating herself, her family, and her clients to build wealth, achieve financial freedom, and rewrite their money stories. She’s passionate about showing others what’s possible when they take control of their finances and invest in themselves.
In this episode, Maidele opens up about her journey from teaching to becoming a successful money coach and tech professional. She shares the struggles of growing up as the daughter of Mexican immigrants, how personal loss shaped her approach to money, and why financial literacy is so crucial—especially for women of color.
We also dive into the power of earning more, how teachers can use their skills to pivot into higher-paying tech careers, and why sometimes, quitting is the best move. This conversation is all about financial empowerment, personal growth, and making money moves with intention—while still enjoying life along the way.
Episode 312 Highlights:
- Maidele Garcia is a money coach and daughter of Mexican immigrants.
- A family emergency pushed her to prioritize financial stability.
- She left teaching for a higher-paying tech career.
- Rigid money rules didn’t work—earning more changed everything.
- Teachers have transferable skills for other industries.
- Quitting can be necessary for growth.
- Investing in yourself is key.
- Financial literacy empowers communities.
- Balance between money and enjoying life matters.
Chapters:
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00:00 – Introduction and Background
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03:07 – Personal Finance Journey Begins
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06:01 – The Impact of Family and Loss
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08:47 – Transitioning from Teaching to Tech
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12:04 – Debt Payoff Strategy and Mindset Shift
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15:07 – Translating Skills for Career Growth
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21:54 – Transitioning from Teaching to Tech Careers
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24:22 – The Importance of Quitting and Moving On’
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29:02 – Financial Readiness for Career Changes
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34:32 – Strategies for Increasing Income
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37:09 – Empowering Others Through Financial Literacy
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40:37 – Future Aspirations and Personal Growth
Maideli’s journey is proof that financial literacy, self-investment, and career pivots can open doors to new opportunities.
From navigating personal loss to leaving teaching for a higher-paying tech career, her story is a powerful reminder that sometimes, quitting is actually the best move for growth.
This episode is all about embracing change, using your skills to level up, and rewriting your financial story, without sacrificing joy.
If you’re feeling stuck in your career or struggling with money, let Maideli’s experience inspire you to take that next step toward financial freedom and fulfillment! Tune in, take notes, and remember: YOU have the power to build the life you want.
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