The Latina segment of our population, particularly second-generation Latinas, is well positioned to enter the ranks of powerful leaders in the U.S. As the fastest-growing female demographic, Latina women will represent one in six individuals in the U.S. by the year 2050. With increasing college enrollments, often leading to the pursuit of advanced degrees, this ambitious, resourceful, and bilingual segment is offering up many of tomorrow's leaders. 

 In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, here is a collection of quotes from inspiring quotes from the book Today's Inspired Latina. Having overcome language barriers, self-doubt, and restricted earning potential and career advancement, these strong women are a great example of how inspiration and perseverance can lead you to happiness and success in business and life. 

1. "If the dream is there, work, save, and invest until it is your reality." --Ana Santos Vitel

2.  "The single most beautiful gift you can give to others is your positive attitude." --Jacqueline Camacho-Ruiz
3. "Life will reward you, but not always by the route you expect." --Edna Rodriguez
4. "Keep looking forward because that is where you'll find opportunity." --Karina Garcia
5.  "Have faith that there is something better in store for you." --Beatriz Cantu
6. "Success is not a destination; it is a journey we must constantly pursue." --Gabriela Reyna
7. "Close your eyes, take a deep breath, and welcome the beauty of life!" --Carla Sandoval
8.  "If you believe in yourself, everyone around you will too." --Claudia Soto Urrutia
9. "Activate the abilities you already have and achieve your mission." --Dr. Ingryd Lorenzana
10.  "Don't let fear stop you from achieving what you want." --Elizabeth Colon
11. "Believe in yourself, dream big, and trust in the universe." --Martha Leticia Romero & Silvia Romero
12.  "It is when you have a crack in your heart that the light will come in." --Gabriela Rodil
13. "We can choose to be a character in a story written out by someone else or we can choose to be the author of our own story." --Ruby Garcia
14.  "It is our duty and responsibility to become the best person we are intended to be." --Luz Marie Caro
15.  "Making a difference is always possible, especially with persistence and dedication." --Gladys De La Mora
16. "Be in control of your life by living each day unhindered and unrestrained by the legitimate institutions that control you." --Luz Canino Baker
17. "It's important to keep moving forward, towards our goals." --Marie De Leanos
18. "Setting stepping stones will help us to walk and work towards our personal and career goals." --Nora Renteria
19. "Let go of who you are today to become who you want to be." --Paloma Greer
20.  "The best investment you can make is in yourself." --Paulina Lopez
21. "Success doesn't come without education and hard work." --Sandy Martinez
22. "To be prosperous, one must achieve a healthy mind, body and lifestyle." --Vanessa Quintana
23. "Your voice needs to be heard." --Dolly Rosario
24.  "The most wonderful thing about life is that you can always begin again. No matter what ups and downs you are handed in life today, you can always begin again tomorrow." --Raiza Mendoza
25. "Have passion and pride to be dynamic, distinguished, and extraordinary." --Mirna Lopez Freitag