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

Hi Liliana, what role has risk played in your life or career?
I think it is important to take some risk in life, and embrace change to pursue our dreams. Taking risks is often essential for personal and professional growth!

The majority of us and most of the time, we have to get out of the comfortable zone, take a risk and proceed with what we are call to do in our hearts, therefore there are some points to consider:

– Risk assessment: it’s important to weigh the potential risks and rewards before making a significant change. Consider factors like financial stability, support systems, and personal goals.

– Preparation: having a plan in place can help mitigate risks and increase chances of success. This might involve building a network, acquiring new skills, or developing a financial safety net.

– Resilience: be prepared for challenges and setbacks. Remember that growth often comes through overcoming adversity.

– Trust the intuition: Listening to our hearts and following our intuition can lead us down fulfilling paths.

It is always scary to let go, specially when it comes to let go a source of income that provides for the lifestyle we are used to, but it is definitely worth it to take that risk.

I took the risk to change my career, leaving a very stable source of income for pursing my dreams. At the beginning it was hard and there was a process that helped me grow in my new career as well as a person; and also the same business showed me where and how to go as I kept going, so it is also important to always keep listening to our hearts!

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
What I am most proud of it is to be able to turn my passion into my profession, and to help other dancers, instructors and artists achieve the same goal. It is wonderful to live my dream and to make a positive impact on the dance community.

It has been a life journey to be where I am today, 13 years of hard work. At the beginning, it was really hard, because I started with an idea that was seen as “crazy” at that time: an online dance studio. Then developing that idea into a business, life took me into the path of exploring different avenues within the entertainment industry: producing shows and performances for social and corporate events.

Having a successful business is a testament to my perseverance. I have overcome challenges by being open-minded, by being willing to learn, to adapt to different situations, and to seek advice from others with more experience than me.

I want the world to know that StepFlix is the source of complete Entertainment! We care and listen to our clients’ vision of their events in order to provide them with an amazing experience that will generate good memories forever.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
I will take them on a boat to show them Miami from the water!

I’ll take them to eat and have some drinks at: Casablanca, Aromas del Peru, River Oyster Bar, Cafe La Torva, Zuma.

Furthermore, I will also take them to take one of our Salsa and Lambada classes on Wednesday evenings at Salt Waterfront on Key Biscayne.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
Yes, I have had a strong support system that has played a vital role in my journey: God, my family, my friends and all the dancers, artists and instructors who have trusted, supported and walked this path with me.

God put in my heart this dream and has guided me through all the process, showing me the way and helping me understand the challenges and how to successfully address them.

My family has financial and emotional supported me, without them, it wouldn’t be possible to be where I am today.

My friends have encouraged me to keep going, and listening to me when I needed to be heard.

And lastly but not least, all the dancers, artists and instructors who have believed in me, trusted, and walked with me in this path, have made possible our dreams come true!

Having a strong support network can make all the difference when pursuing a challenging path.

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