On this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Mathias Lemos Castillo, a passionate community advocate and cultural bridge builder, to explore the powerful mantra: “Lift as you rise.” Mathias shares how this guiding principle shapes his life and work, especially when it comes to fostering authentic collaboration over competition. We dive into his journey leading the Latino Professional Association of Madison, and the transformative mindset shift from scarcity to abundance that comes with building others up as you grow. Mathias opens up about key mentorship moments, navigating transitions in leadership, and practical ways to empower the next generation – no matter where you are in your own career or personal path. Whether you’re searching for actionable inspiration, or a new lens on service and success, this episode is packed with wisdom on forging deeper connections, creating lasting impact, and redefining what it truly means to rise together.Connect With Mathias Lemos CastilloWebsite: https://consultantmlc.com/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/mlemoscastillo/If Relatable Wisdom speaks to you—if a quote shared makes you pause, smile, or see things differently—consider subscribing so you never miss an episode. And if you have a minute, leaving a review helps more people discover these everyday voices and the wisdom they carry. Your support means the world.Every episode has more to it than what you hear. Join the Relatable Wisdom newsletter to get thoughtful reflections, behind-the-scenes extras, and personal notes that don’t make it into the show. It’s a calm space to stay inspired between listens.Sign up here: https://relatablewisdom.com/joinIf the quotes and stories you hear here offer you comfort, clarity, or connection, you can help support the podcast by buying me a coffee. Every small contribution helps keep these everyday voices and shared wisdom going strong.Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/wisdomhqWant to be a guest on Relatable Wisdom? Send Wisdom Okonkwo a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/relatablewisdomChapters00:00 Collaboration vs. Competition01:21 Introducing Mathias and the Quote02:12 The Meaning of “Lift as You Rise”03:27 Mindset Shifts Toward Abundance04:26 Discovering the Quote’s Impact06:14 Latino Professional Association Story08:22 Personal Examples of Lifting Others11:10 The Power of Collaboration13:56 Building Synergy in Leadership16:10 Responsibility and Setting an Example18:47 Lifting Others Isn’t Transactional20:01 Reflecting on Lifting as We Rise20:35 How to Connect With Mathias21:20 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

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