My Talents in Action
My Talents in Action is a warm, conversational podcast designed to help listeners discover, understand, and develop their strengths so they can thrive in work, relationships, and personal growth. Each episode focuses on a single, relatable theme—like building small but powerful habits, understanding your personality traits, or choosing a career that aligns with your passions—and explores it in a way that feels encouraging, down-to-earth, and practical. The show speaks directly to the listener, using easy-to-understand language and gentle pauses that make it feel like a personal conversation rather than a lecture. Instead of rigid lists or technical jargon, it paints vivid, relatable scenarios, offers simple examples, and invites self-reflection. Listeners are guided to see themselves more clearly, to appreciate their unique qualities, and to take small, meaningful steps toward growth. Each episode ends with a positive send-off, leaving the audience inspired to put their talents into action in daily life. At its heart, My Talents in Action is about empowering you to work with who you are, not against yourself, so you can grow with intention and confidence.
Episodes
In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore how reflection helps you reset, refocus, and evolve into who you're becoming. You'll learn how asking honest questions can reveal whether your goals, habits, and energy still align with what truly matters to you. We'll talk about using stillness, self-awareness, and tools like life satisfaction and values quizzes to clarify your direction. You'll also discover how letting go of wh...
In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore how to thrive in the age of AI by embracing adaptability, curiosity, and emotional intelligence. You'll learn how to see AI as a partner, not a threat, using it to boost creativity, efficiency, and innovation. We'll talk about building digital literacy, staying curious through lifelong learning, and balancing technology with human strengths like empathy and imagination. You'll als...
In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore how to turn setbacks into comebacks by developing a true growth mindset. You'll learn how shifting from "I can't" to "I can't yet" transforms failure into feedback and obstacles into opportunities. We'll talk about seeing challenges as proof of growth, focusing on effort over perfection, and surrounding yourself with people who encourage progress. You'll also rediscover how past w...
In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore how to navigate disagreements with empathy instead of ego. You'll learn how emotional intelligence, curiosity, and active listening can turn tense conversations into opportunities for understanding. We'll talk about shifting from "winning" to learning, using "I" statements to stay calm and clear, and finding common ground even when perspectives differ. You'll also discover when to...
In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore how to recharge your focus and energy when your mind feels stuck in airplane mode. You'll learn how to honor your natural rhythms, take mindful pauses, and reconnect with what truly motivates you. We'll talk about how gratitude, reflection, and small breaks fuel creativity, and why rest, movement, and nourishment are essential for sustained focus. You'll also discover how aligning...
In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore how to build genuine social confidence, without requiring extroversion. You'll learn how small, intentional actions like eye contact, listening, and empathy can transform the way you connect with others. We'll cover practical tips for starting conversations, handling awkward moments, and expressing yourself with clarity and respect. You'll also discover how emotional intelligence,...
In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore how to recognize whether your work is draining you or fueling you and how to realign your energy with purpose. Erica shares eight key reflections to help you notice energy leaks, rediscover flow, and reconnect with passions that give life meaning. You'll learn why thriving isn't about grinding harder but about aligning your strengths, values, and purpose with the work you do every...
In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore how to spot and break unconscious bias, the hidden mental shortcuts that quietly shape your decisions and relationships. You'll learn why bias isn't about being bad, but about being human, and how awareness is the first step toward change. We'll talk about practical tools like reflection, feedback, mindfulness, and diversifying your circle to uncover blind spots and make fairer ch...
In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore how AI companions like Erica can quietly support your personal growth journey. Rather than replacing human connection, these tools act as interactive journals, listening, reflecting, and helping you notice patterns in your thoughts and emotions. You'll learn how personalized guidance, judgment-free reflection, and micro-moments of awareness can spark meaningful change over time. W...
In this episode of My Talents in Action, we unpack how to break free from doomscrolling and reclaim your mental energy. You'll learn how constant exposure to negative content feeds anxiety, how algorithms exploit emotional triggers, and how small shifts like muting draining accounts, setting screen limits, and curating your feed can restore balance. We'll explore mindful habits that replace scrolling with creativity, calm, and conn...
In this episode of My Talents in Action, we dive into the power of setting healthy boundaries and how they protect your energy, time, and emotions. You'll learn why boundaries aren't walls but bridges that create balance, safety, and respect in relationships. From emotional and physical boundaries to time and intellectual ones, we'll explore practical ways to recognize your limits, communicate them clearly, and stay consistent, eve...
In this episode of My Talents in Action, we dive into how to thrive in a new job without getting lost in self-doubt or comparison. From setting clear expectations with your manager and asking thoughtful questions to tuning into workplace culture and building genuine connections, you'll learn practical strategies to grow with confidence. We'll explore how adopting a growth mindset, tracking your wins, and embracing curiosity can tur...
In this episode of My Talents in Action, we uncover the hidden ways manipulation shows up and how to spot the red flags before they take hold. From charm that turns heavy to fake loyalty, weaponized silence, or generosity with strings attached, manipulation often disguises itself as connection. You'll learn how clarity, empathy, and integrity can protect you, why self-awareness makes you harder to control, and how shifting your vie...
In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore how success isn't magic, it's built through small, consistent choices that compound over time. Erica introduces the 48 Laws of Success as practical building blocks for mastering mindset, habits, and goals without overwhelm. From guarding your attention and creating systems that outlast willpower, to choosing growth over comfort and aligning goals with your values, these laws show ...
In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore how to break free from "us vs. them" thinking and move toward empathy, understanding, and connection. Erica explains why divisive mindsets are rooted in survival instincts, fear, and media influence—and how they limit our ability to see others as individuals. You'll learn practical ways to recognize bias, listen with curiosity, and step outside your echo chamber. By focusing on co...
In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore why aligning your career with your interests matters more than any paycheck. Erica unpacks how interests shape motivation, satisfaction, and long-term success, drawing on John Holland's RIASEC model to highlight six core career themes. You'll learn how to identify your own interests through quizzes and reflection, recognize signs of career misalignment, and discover ways to realig...
In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore how forgiveness and release can free you from emotional baggage and open the door to peace and growth. Erica shares practical steps—acknowledging past wounds, allowing yourself to feel, rewriting old stories, and practicing forgiveness as a personal act of freedom. You'll also discover powerful rituals of release that help signal closure and create space for joy. Letting go isn't ...
In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore what it really means to master your emotions. Ignoring feelings doesn't make you stronger, understanding and managing them does. Erica shares practical tools like self-awareness, regulation, healthy expression, and reframing to help you turn emotional challenges into growth opportunities. You'll learn how mindfulness, journaling, and supportive connections can strengthen resilienc...
In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore how your personality quietly shapes the way you live, connect, and grow. From openness and conscientiousness to extraversion, agreeableness, and emotional range, Erica unpacks how each trait influences your energy, decisions, and relationships. You'll discover that personality isn't a fixed label, it's a living system guiding your choices every day. With real examples and practica...
My Talents in Action is a podcast designed to help you thrive in life, work, and relationships. Hosted by Erica and sponsored by the Foundation for Talent Transformation, each episode offers warm, relatable conversations about self-awareness, emotional intelligence, communication, and building meaningful habits. The foundation provides free quizzes and tools that reveal your values, strengths, and growth opportunities, guiding you ...
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