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Living in a city like New York, I get asked the question “Where are you from?” a lot. But no matter how many times it comes up, I can never give a straightforward answer. My life’s map feels like a connect-the-dots—born in North Dakota, a few years in Florida, a college stop in Texas, and now I’m in NYC. And in the middle of it all? Ten years in the beautiful chaos of Mexico City, my second least favorite place to drive.
So, where am I from? I usually just say, “It’s complicated.”
My mixed background isn’t just an identity note—it’s the flavor that influences everything I do, including my work as Director of Content at DailyPay. As we reflect on Hispanic Heritage this month, I love thinking about how my multicultural upbringing has shaped my views on work, money, and getting paid.
Lessons from the Front Lines of Finance
Growing up, I watched my parents live through the highs and lows of making ends meet. My mom worked doing nails and facials, and through sheer determination and hard work, she eventually owned two shops before retiring. It was thanks to her relentless hustle that I learned the true value
