What if the life you're meant to live is already inside you, waiting to be uncovered?

In this inspiring conversation, Erin Coupe sits down with author, keynote speaker, and emotional intelligence practitioner Tara Renze to explore the message that transformed her life: "Be who you came to be." Sparked by a letter from her grandmother to her newborn son, Tara shares how that simple phrase became a lifelong mission of self-discovery, authenticity, and purpose.

Together, Erin and Tara discuss emotional intelligence, self-leadership, personal growth, workplace culture, and why fulfillment comes from becoming more of who you truly are, not achieving more. They also unpack Tara's powerful concept of Butterfly Goals and how taking one imperfect step can create extraordinary change.

Key Takeaways:

- Why self-leadership is the foundation of great leadership

- How Butterfly Goals help you reconnect with purpose and joy

- The role emotional intelligence plays in fulfillment and success

- Why perfectionism keeps people stuck How one imperfect step can change everything

If you've been feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or disconnected from your next chapter, this conversation is your reminder that becoming who you came to be is a lifelong journey worth taking.

Connect with Host Erin Coupe

💫Instagram: ⁠⁠@authenticallyec⁠⁠

💼 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠Erin Coupe⁠⁠

🌐 Website: ⁠⁠ErinCoupe.com

Connect with Tara:

https://www.tararenze.com

https://www.instagram.com/tararenze/?hl=en

When life feels uncertain, most people freeze. Meredith Elliott Powell learned how to move forward anyway.

In this episode of I Can Fit That In, Erin Coupe sits down with business growth strategist, keynote speaker, and bestselling author Meredith Elliott Powell to unpack what it really takes to navigate disruption, uncertainty, and change without losing momentum. From career pivots and economic instability to burnout, leadership pressure, and personal setbacks, Meredith shares how resilience is built in real time.

Together, Erin and Meredith explore why mindset alone is not enough, how rigid goals can actually hold people back, and why “moving the needle” matters more than chasing perfection in today’s unpredictable world.

Key takeaways from this episode:

- How to reframe disruption as opportunity

- Why resilience requires action, not just optimism

- The mindset shift that helps people keep going during uncertainty

- How leaders and entrepreneurs can avoid burnout while staying focused

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of your next move, this conversation will help you reconnect with clarity, confidence, and possibility.

Tune in and discover how uncertainty might actually become your greatest advantage.

Connect with Host Erin Coupe

💫Instagram: ⁠@authenticallyec⁠

💼 LinkedIn: ⁠Erin Coupe⁠

🌐 Website: ⁠ErinCoupe.com

What if the future of work is not about doing more, but becoming more human?

In this episode of I Can Fit That In, Erin Coupe sits down with workplace expert, bestselling author, and Work Forward CEO Brian Elliott for a powerful conversation about leadership, burnout, AI, team dynamics, and what truly drives sustainable performance in today’s evolving workplace.

Drawing from decades of experience at companies like Google and Slack, Brian shares why curiosity is the leadership skill that matters most, how hustle culture continues to damage performance, and why the strongest teams are built on trust, clarity, and human connection.

Together, Erin and Brian unpack the tension between flexibility and accountability, the hidden cognitive cost of AI, and how leaders can create healthier, more sustainable ways of working without sacrificing results.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

- Why AI is increasing cognitive overload for many teams

- The leadership mindset that creates trust and engagement

- How sustainable performance actually improves business outcomes

- Why empathy and team connection matter more than ever

- The shift from productivity obsession to meaningful impact

If you’ve been questioning the way we work, lead, and define success, this conversation will leave you feeling both grounded and hopeful.

Connect with Brian Elliott on LinkedIn and through his work with Charter and Work Forward.

Connect with Host Erin Coupe

💫Instagram: ⁠@authenticallyec⁠

💼 LinkedIn: ⁠Erin Coupe⁠

🌐 Website: ⁠ErinCoupe.com

Connect with Brian

https://www.linkedin.com/in/belliott/

What if the biggest barrier to connection… is you?

In this episode, Erin Coupe sits down with behavioral scientist Nicholas Epley to unpack why we consistently misread others and underestimate how positively people will respond to us. From avoiding tough conversations to holding back simple kindness, Nick reveals how our own pessimism quietly limits our relationships, opportunities, and well-being.

They explore how small, intentional social choices like asking for help, giving a compliment, or starting a conversation can have an outsized impact on happiness, health, and connection.

Key takeaways:

If you have ever hesitated to reach out, speak up, or connect, this conversation will change how you show up in your life.

- Why we underestimate how much people like us
- How small social risks create big emotional rewards
- The hidden cost of staying in your comfort zone

Connect with Host Erin Coupe

💫Instagram: ⁠@authenticallyec⁠

💼 LinkedIn: ⁠Erin Coupe⁠

🌐 Website: ⁠ErinCoupe.com

Connect with Nick

https://www.nicholasepley.com

What if the anxiety you feel is actually pointing you toward the life you really want?

This week on I Can Fit That In, host Erin Coupe sits down with Yael Shy for a deeply honest conversation about burnout, ambition, meditation, and reconnecting with desire. Yael shares how a meditation retreat during one of the hardest seasons of her life transformed her relationship with anxiety and helped her uncover a more meaningful way to live and work.

Together, they explore why high achievers often chase outcomes that never truly satisfy, how to stop living on autopilot, and why joy has to become part of everyday life instead of something reserved for vacations or milestones.

In this episode:

- Why the opposite of anxiety might actually be desire

- How to stop chasing achievement and start enjoying the process

- Small mindfulness practices that can reconnect you to yourself

If you’ve been feeling stuck, burnt out, or disconnected from what really matters, this conversation is an invitation to slow down and listen for what’s calling you back to life.

Connect with Host Erin Coupe

💫Instagram: ⁠@authenticallyec⁠

💼 LinkedIn: ⁠Erin Coupe⁠

🌐 Website: ⁠ErinCoupe.com

Connect with Yael

https://www.yaelshy.com

https://www.instagram.com/yaelshy1

What if the thing the workplace devalues most is actually its greatest advantage?

In this powerful episode of I Can Fit That In, host Erin Coupe sits down with Maureen Wiley Clough, former tech executive and creator of It Gets Late Early, to unpack the hidden cost of ageism in corporate culture. From being called a “dinosaur” at 37 to walking away from the corporate ladder, Maureen shares why experience, wisdom, and reinvention matter more than ever.

Together, they explore what happens when ambition no longer aligns with identity, why corporate stability is becoming a myth, and how to trust yourself enough to build something new.

Key Takeaways:

- Why ageism impacts both younger and older professionals

- How experience becomes your greatest asset in reinvention

- Why entrepreneurship is freedom and one of the hardest jobs you'll ever love

If you’ve ever questioned your next chapter, this conversation will remind you that your value does not expire.

Connect with Host Erin Coupe

💫Instagram: ⁠@authenticallyec⁠

💼 LinkedIn: ⁠Erin Coupe⁠

🌐 Website: ⁠ErinCoupe.com

Connect with Maureen

https://www.linkedin.com/in/maureenwclough/

https://www.maureen-wiley-clough.com

What if the hardest moment of your life became your greatest leadership advantage?

After a devastating personal loss at just 23, Dr. Gian Power’s world shifted overnight—forcing him to rethink everything he knew about success, leadership, and what people truly need at work. Today, he’s on a global mission to humanize the workplace, partnering with companies like Google, Amazon, and Rolls-Royce to prove that empathy and performance go hand in hand.

In this episode, Gian shares how tragedy shaped his perspective, why “human leadership” outperforms toxic cultures, and what modern leaders are still getting wrong in today’s evolving workplace.

Key takeaways:

- Why being human at work is a strength, not a weakness

- The fine line between authenticity and oversharing

- Simple daily practices that keep you grounded and effective

This conversation will challenge how you think about leadership and remind you that you can be both driven and deeply human at the same time.

Connect with Host Erin Coupe

💫Instagram: @authenticallyec

 💼 LinkedIn: Erin Coupe

 🌐 Website: ErinCoupe.com

Connect with Gian Power

https://gianpower.com/

What if the way you communicate is the reason you’re not being understood?

In this episode, Erin Coupe sits down with Juliana Schroeder, a social psychologist at UC Berkeley, to unpack the hidden psychology behind how we connect, disagree, and build relationships in a digital world. From why we misjudge others’ intelligence to how simple shifts in language can transform conflict, Juliana reveals what actually makes conversations more human and more effective.

They also explore how technology is reshaping communication, from text-based misunderstandings to AI voices and deepfakes, and what it means for trust, empathy, and real connection.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why voice communication leads to more empathy and better outcomes than text

How “perspective getting” beats trying to read people’s minds

The subtle language shifts that make you sound more open and persuasive

If you’ve ever felt misunderstood, stuck in a disagreement, or overwhelmed by digital communication, this conversation will change how you show up in every interaction.

Connect with Host Erin Coupe

💫Instagram: @authenticallyec

💼 LinkedIn: Erin Coupe

🌐 Website: ErinCoupe.com

Connect with Juliana

https://julianaschroeder.com/

What if the voice telling you you’re not enough is simply wrong?

In this powerful conversation, Erin Coupe sits down with Lodro Rinzler, Buddhist teacher and bestselling author, to unpack the deeply ingrained belief that we need to do more, achieve more, and become more in order to be worthy. After experiencing profound personal loss at the height of his early success, Lodro shares how meditation and inner work helped him reconnect to a truth most of us forget: we are already whole.

Together, they explore how high achievers get trapped in cycles of self-doubt, why success never quite feels like “enough,” and how shifting from self-improvement to self-recognition can change everything.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

- Why the “not enough” voice exists and how to stop believing it

- How meditation creates clarity, space, and resilience in a fast-paced world

- A simple, realistic way to build a meditation practice that actually sticks

If you’ve been chasing the next milestone hoping it will finally make you feel whole, this conversation might just bring you back to yourself.

Connect with Host Erin Coupe

💫Instagram: @authenticallyec

💼 LinkedIn: Erin Coupe

🌐 Website: ErinCoupe.com

Connect with Lodro

https://www.lodrorinzler.com/

What if the secret to having it all is choosing less on purpose?

In this episode, Erin sits down with luxury strategist Rachael Johanson to unpack what it really takes to build a powerful personal brand and a life that actually feels good. From completing a half Ironman just eight months postpartum to helping women turn their expertise into multi-million dollar personal brands, Rachael shares how intention, discipline, and joy can coexist.

They dive into how to stop chasing everything and start aligning your life with what truly matters, without losing yourself in the process.

Key takeaways:
- Why your “big three” priorities matter more than doing everything

- How to audit your year to find clarity and alignment

- The power of saying no to create space for what actually brings joy

If you are ready to build a life that feels as good as it looks, this episode will show you where to start.

Connect with Host Erin Coupe

💫Instagram: @authenticallyec

💼 LinkedIn: Erin Coupe

🌐 Website: ErinCoupe.com

Connect with Rachael

https://rachaeljohanson.com/