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- When Your Success Triggers Others— Handling Silent Doubters and Secret Critics
In this 12th episode of The Erin Coupe Podcast, Erin explores the uncomfortable reality that success can often trigger negative reactions from others, including envy, passive-aggressive behaviors, and even outright sabotage. She unpacks why people get triggered by success, how to recognize when someone secretly wants you to fail, and strategies for rising above it and staying focused on your goals.
Episode Highlights:
- Success acts as a mirror, reflecting the internal fears and insecurities of others. People often feel threatened by your growth and accomplishments.
- Relationship dynamics can shift when one person starts to achieve more, and not everyone knows how to handle that.
- Common reactions to success include passive-aggressive comments like "it must be nice" and undermining efforts.
- Society tends to glorify the underdog but resent the winner, leading to a desire for successful people to fail.
- Erin shares personal experiences of receiving negative reactions to her own success and business growth.Key Takeaways for YOU:
1. Unapologetic Ambition - Don't dim your light to make others comfortable. Stay true to your growth and ambition.
2. Boundary Setting - Set boundaries with negative energy and limit interactions with those who drain your energy.
3. Supportive Circles - Surround yourself with people who genuinely support and uplift you, not those who secretly hope for your failure.
4. Humble Confidence - Stay humble and unapologetic about your success. Focus on your goals and keep shining brightly.
5. Conscious Energy Management - Pay attention to the energy people bring into your life and be conscious of where you invest your resources.—
New episodes drop every other Wednesday. Erin’s 10-20 minute episodes meet you where you are - pressed for time. This is your purposeful reminder to stop, reflect and think mid-week amidst all the pulls on your energy and demands of your intellect.
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21 min - Ego vs. Confidence: Leading with Conviction, Not a Need to Prove
In this episode of The Erin Coupe Podcast, Erin dives into the nuanced yet powerful distinction between ego and confidence—two forces that quietly shape how we show up in leadership, relationships, and life. While ego craves validation, control, and certainty, true confidence is rooted in authenticity, self-acceptance, and presence.
Erin shares personal experiences and insights to help you recognize when ego is leading the way and how to shift toward authentic confidence.
Key Highlights:
- Erin discusses the temptation to say "yes" to opportunities that stroke one's ego rather than aligning with true confidence.
- She explains how ego is concerned with image and validation, while confidence is rooted in self-acceptance and authenticity.
- Erin contrasts ego-driven behaviors, like interrupting and dominating conversations, with confident leadership that values listening and allowing others to contribute.
- She outlines steps to shift from ego to authentic confidence, including building self-awareness, detaching from external validation, and embracing growth over perfection.
- Erin emphasizes the importance of leading with presence and curiosity rather than performance and certainty.
Key Takeaways: How to Shift from Ego to Authentic Confidence
1️⃣ Build Self-Awareness: Notice when your ego is speaking—especially when you feel the need to prove, control, or seek approval.
2️⃣ Detach Your Worth from External Validation: Confidence comes from within, not from titles, praise, or achievements.
3️⃣ Embrace Growth Over Perfection: Confidence welcomes mistakes and failure as opportunities to grow.
4️⃣ Lead with Presence, Not Performance: Presence attracts trust and influence far more than seeking to dominate a room.
5️⃣ Practice Humility & Curiosity: The most confident leaders are open-minded, invite different perspectives, and prioritize learning over being right.
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New episodes drop every other Wednesday. Erin’s 10-20 minute episodes meet you where you are - pressed for time. This is your purposeful reminder to stop, reflect and think mid-week amidst all the pulls on your energy and demands of your intellect.
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27 min - From Monotony to Meaning: Aligning Your Work With Who You Are
Have you ever found yourself asking: What am I here to do? or What unique gifts do I have to offer the world? These are profound, yet common questions that Erin explores in this episode. From breaking free of monotonous routines to intentionally infusing purpose and authenticity into your work, Erin provides inspiration and practical tools for transforming your approach to life and career.
Episode Highlights
- Erin’s Journey: How monotony in her 30s sparked a deeper reflection on purpose and authenticity.
- The Power of Small Shifts: Changing her approach to work by showing up authentically and playing to her strengths.
- Actionable Advice: Practical exercises to help you uncover your core values, embrace purpose as a journey, and reconnect with your creative self.
- Aligning With Your North Star: Why living in alignment with your true self inspires others and opens doors you never imagined.
Key Takeaways for Listeners
1. Start With Authenticity: Reflect on where you might be holding back or doing things out of habit, and start showing up as your true self in small, intentional ways.
2. Define Your Core Values: Identify 3–5 values that matter most to you and look for ways to align your actions with those values.3. Purpose Is a Journey: Shift your perspective from “finding” purpose to creating it daily through intentional choices and actions.4. Reconnect With Creativity: Revisit activities you loved as a child to rediscover passions that connect you to your authentic self.5. Appreciate the Ripple Effect: Take time to recognize and amplify the positive impact of your work on others, no matter your role.✨ Reflective Exercise: Journal a few times over the next few week on what you loved doing as a child. What lit you up? How can you integrate those passions into your current life
🌟 Want more? Download Erin’s free guide to mastering your mindset and join her email list for ongoing tools, insights, and updates on her book launching this September.
Listen now and take the first step toward a more aligned and meaningful life
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New episodes drop every other Wednesday. Erin’s 10-20 minute episodes meet you where you are - pressed for time. This is your purposeful reminder to stop, reflect and think mid-week amidst all the pulls on your energy and demands of your intellect.
Subscribe now to be notified of the next episode release!
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Instagram: @authenticallyEC
YouTube: @erincoupe
LinkedIn: erin-coupe
TikTok: @authenticallyErin
Website: erincoupe.com
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15 min - Mastering Your Greatest Asset: The Power of Energy and Attention
In this episode of The Erin Coupe Podcast, Erin dives into the importance of managing your energy and attention—two of your most valuable resources. She explores how energy goes beyond the physical and encompasses mental, emotional, and spiritual dimensions. Erin emphasizes the impact of your thoughts, feelings, habits, and environment on your energy levels and provides actionable insights on how to shift your focus toward meaningful activities that enhance both personal and professional growth.
Listeners will gain a fresh perspective on energy as currency, learn to allocate their attention more intentionally, and discover how to cultivate a high-frequency mindset that amplifies their best self.
Highlights:
- Energy as a Multidimensional Force: Understanding that energy is not just physical; it’s also mental, emotional, spiritual, and social.
- Your Energetic Resonance: The thoughts and feelings you entertain determine the energy you exude and how others perceive you.
- Impact of Your Environment: How the people, places, and activities in your life influence your energy field.
- Breaking Free from Negativity: Identifying and transforming low-vibration habits, thoughts, and relationships.
- Energy as Currency: The concept that where your attention goes, your energy flows—and what you focus on grows.
Key Takeaways for YOU:
1. Your Energy Is Always Speaking: The way you think and feel creates your energetic frequency, which influences your interactions and outcomes.
2. The Cost of Distraction: Activities like mindless scrolling or unproductive habits drain your energy and lower your frequency.
3. Be Selective About Your Circle: The people you surround yourself with can either elevate or deplete your energy—choose wisely.
4. Reframe Complaining and Criticism: Replace complaints with factual observations and actionable solutions to maintain a higher resonance.
5. Control What You Can: Focus on managing your own thoughts, attention, and actions rather than trying to control external circumstances.
6. Amplify Meaningful Activities: Shift your attention toward activities, relationships, and habits that align with your values and purpose.
7. Protect Your Energy Field: Recognize and resist absorbing the negativity of others. Instead, maintain clarity about your own energy and boundaries.
By mastering your energy and attention, you’re not just showing up more effectively in your professional life—you’re enhancing every aspect of your being. This episode is your call to step into your most empowered and intentional self.
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New episodes drop every other Wednesday. Erin’s 10-20 minute episodes meet you where you are - pressed for time. This is your purposeful reminder to stop, reflect and think mid-week amidst all the pulls on your energy and demands of your intellect.
Subscribe now to be notified of the next episode release!
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Follow Erin here:
Instagram: @authenticallyEC
YouTube: @erincoupe
LinkedIn: erin-coupe
TikTok: @authenticallyErin
Website: erincoupe.com
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24 min - The Destructive Power of Comparison: Reclaiming Self-Worth
In this episode of The Erin Coupe Podcast, Erin dives into the pervasive culture of comparison and its impact on our creativity, productivity, self-worth, and confidence. She reflects on her personal journey of moving past the comparison game and shares how we can redefine success on our own terms.
Drawing from her experiences in corporate America and beyond, Erin offers actionable advice on breaking free from the comparison trap and cultivating a life of authenticity, fulfillment, and grounded self-worth.
Episode Highlights:
- The detrimental effects of comparison on personal and professional growth.
- How social media and workplace dynamics fuel the cycle of comparison.
- Erin's journey of unraveling her own comparison struggles.
- Practical tools to shift from comparison to self-appreciation.
- Why redefining success based on personal values is key to fulfillment.
- Insights on how gratitude, journaling, and goal-setting combat comparison.
Key Takeaways for YOU:
- Comparison is Detrimental
- Comparison doesn’t just steal joy; it erodes creativity, productivity, and self-worth.
- Social media showcases only curated moments, leading to unrealistic expectations.
- Redefine Success
- True success is not defined by job titles, income, or possessions.
- Focus on integrity, values, and how you feel about yourself.
- Recognize the Cost of Comparison
- In competitive environments, comparison fosters insecurity, competition, and inauthentic relationships.
- Ask yourself: Is comparison taking you closer to or further from your authentic self?
- Shift Perspective
- Use others’ successes as inspiration, not a benchmark.
- Acknowledge your unique journey and avoid holding yourself to someone else’s standards.
- Practical Strategies to Break Free
- Journaling Achievements: Celebrate small wins daily to recognize your progress.
- Practice Gratitude: Shift from fear and scarcity to love and abundance.
- Define Personal Goals: Create goals based on what truly matters to you, not what others expect.
- Turn Energy Inward
- Comparison wastes energy that could be spent on pursuing your dreams.
- Invest in building a life aligned with your values and strengths.
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New episodes drop every other Wednesday. Erin’s 10-20 minute episodes meet you where you are - pressed for time. This is your purposeful reminder to stop, reflect and think mid-week amidst all the pulls on your energy and demands of your intellect.
Subscribe now to be notified of the next episode release!
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Follow Erin here:
Instagram: @authenticallyEC
YouTube: @erincoupe
LinkedIn: erin-coupe
TikTok: @authenticallyErin
Website: erincoupe.com
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17 min - Start Where You Are: Embracing Evolution Over Resolutions for the New Year
As the year comes to a close, many of us begin setting New Year’s resolutions, hoping for a fresh start. But why do so few people stick to these resolutions? In this episode, Erin challenges the traditional resolution mindset and offers a transformative approach to growth and self-improvement.
Instead of resolving what’s “wrong” with you, Erin invites you to focus on evolving what already exists within you. This episode is packed with actionable insights to help you start the new year with intention, authenticity, and self-compassion.
Show Notes:
- The Problem with Resolutions: Why they often fail and how they reinforce a mindset of lack and inadequacy.
- You Are Not Broken: Shifting from “fixing” yourself to embracing your inherent worthiness.
- Reflecting on Beliefs: Unpacking societal and cultural conditioning to align with your authentic self.
- Choosing a Word for the Year: How a single word can embody the energy and feeling you want to create.
- The Power of Affirmation: Repeating your word with intention to manifest lasting change.
Takeaways for Listeners:
- Resolutions Often Miss the Mark: Starting the year from a place of “not enough” reinforces negative thinking. Shift your focus to evolution, not resolution.
- Embrace Who You Are Now: Begin with self-acceptance. Growth and fulfillment stem from acknowledging your worth as you are.
- Reflect on Your Beliefs: Journal and ask yourself, “Why do I believe this?” Determine whether your beliefs serve your authentic self or if they’ve been imposed by others.
- Choose Your Word of the Year: Pick a word that resonates deeply with the energy you want to embody. Examples: Abundant, Expansive, Joyful.
- Make It a Ritual: Incorporate your word into daily life. Repeat it three times in the morning, during stress, and before bed. Affirm, “I am [your word].”
- Real Change Takes Practice: Small shifts over time lead to meaningful transformation. Focus on connection to your true self instead of temporary superficial goals.
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New episodes drop every other Wednesday. Erin’s 10-20 minute episodes meet you where you are - pressed for time. This is your purposeful reminder to stop, reflect and think mid-week amidst all the pulls on your energy and demands of your intellect.
Subscribe now to be notified of the next episode release!
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Instagram: @authenticallyEC
YouTube: @erincoupe
LinkedIn: erin-coupe
TikTok: @authenticallyErin
Website: erincoupe.com
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12 min - Facing What's Swept Under the Rug: Tackling Workplace Avoidance
In this 6th episode of The Erin Coupe Podcast, Erin explores the pervasive tendency in corporate culture to avoid difficult conversations. She discusses the detrimental effects of sweeping people-related issues under the rug and offers actionable strategies for fostering openness, trust, and accountability.
Whether you're a leader or a team member, this episode provides valuable insights into handling tough conversations with empathy, clarity, and confidence to create healthier and more productive workplace dynamics.
Show Notes:
- The long-term harm of avoiding difficult conversations.
- Why people problems require people-focused solutions, not operational fixes.
- Personal anecdotes of disengagement and how avoiding feedback can erode trust.
- Addressing the fear of discomfort and lack of preparation for tough conversations.
- Strategies for fostering a culture of openness, empathy, and self-reflection.
Key Takeaways for YOU:
1. Avoidance Amplifies Problems - Ignoring tough conversations doesn’t make issues disappear—it exacerbates them. Addressing them early prevents unnecessary harm to team morale and trust.
2. Create a Culture of Feedback - Regular, two-way feedback fosters transparency and reduces the stigma around addressing people issues. Open communication strengthens trust and connection.
3. Approach with Empathy and Clarity - Empathy doesn’t mean avoiding hard truths. Be clear, direct, and understanding to hold people accountable while respecting their feelings and circumstances.
4. Constructive, Behavior-Focused Feedback - Frame feedback around behaviors and outcomes rather than personal attributes. Starting with your own areas for growth makes the conversation feel collaborative rather than critical.
5. Self-Reflection is Crucial - Check in with yourself regularly: Are you avoiding difficult conversations? Cultivating self-awareness and authenticity in your leadership style can transform workplace relationships and outcomes.
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New episodes drop every other Wednesday. Erin’s 10-20 minute episodes meet you where you are - pressed for time. This is your purposeful reminder to stop, reflect and think mid-week amidst all the pulls on your energy and demands of your intellect.
Subscribe now to be notified of the next episode release!
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15 min - Neglecting Yourself is Never the Answer: How Self-Care Fuels Professional Success
In this 5th episode of The Erin Coupe Podcast, Erin discusses the widespread belief that in order to succeed, we must sacrifice our own needs and neglect ourselves. She shares her journey and insights to help listeners understand why prioritizing their well-being is essential, not selfish. This episode speaks to professionals feeling drained by constant hustle and offers practical strategies to integrate self-care into their lives without compromising their goals.
Show Notes:
- Self-Sacrifice Myth – Unpacking the false belief that career success requires personal neglect.
- Societal Pressures – How ingrained societal norms, especially in male-dominated fields, contribute to self-neglect.
- Healthy Boundaries – Why setting boundaries and prioritizing yourself is far from selfish.
- Practical Strategies – Tips on integrating self-care, including morning routines and evening habits.
- Final Challenge – Erin encourages listeners to assess their habits and start small, sustainable shifts toward a balanced life.
Key Takeaways for YOU:
- Self-Care is Essential, Not Selfish: Taking care of yourself fuels sustainable productivity, improves relationships, and fosters a positive mindset—it's a strength, not a weakness.
- Challenge the Self-Sacrifice Mindset: Let go of the idea that success requires neglecting your needs. Instead, seek balance and realize that well-being contributes to your professional success.
- Incorporate Small, Daily Self-Care Routines: Simple shifts, like a mindful morning routine or restorative evening habits, can make a significant difference. Evaluate where you can prioritize self-care within your daily life.
- Success Without Sacrifice is Possible: It's important to find a balance that works for you, not what others expect, and to give yourself permission to take care of yourself. An approach that aligns with you creates a resilient, fulfilled life.
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New short episodes drop every other Wednesday. Erin’s 10-20 minute episodes meet you where you are - pressed for time. This is your purposeful reminder to stop, reflect and think mid-week amidst all the pulls on your energy and demands of your intellect.
Subscribe now to be notified of the next episode release and to support our mission to enrich your human experience.
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17 min - Breaking Free from Self-Sabotage
In this 4th episode of The Erin Coupe Podcast, Erin tackles the topic of self-sabotage, the tendency to undermine our own success in relationships, careers, and personal endeavors. Erin shares her personal journey with self-sabotage and explores the origins of this self-defeating behavior, rooted in fear and a need to avoid disappointment. Through powerful storytelling, she illustrates how self-sabotage can appear in various aspects of life, from relationships to career pursuits. Listeners are provided with practical strategies to overcome self-sabotaging behaviors and embrace success, growth, and grace.
Show Notes:
- Introduction to Self-Sabotage: Why it’s a common roadblock to success and fulfillment.
- Personal Story: Erin’s experiences with self-sabotage, including doubts during key milestones.
- Origins of Self-Sabotage: The role of fear and a “primal” part of the brain in triggering self-sabotaging behavior.
- Recognizing the Unconscious Pattern: The unconscious nature of self-sabotage and how it can manifest through expecting disappointment and preparing for the worst.
- Self-awareness: Importance of self-compassion, authenticity, and trusting the process, rather than expecting the worst.
- Practical Strategies to Overcome Self-Sabotage:
- Visualize Positive Outcomes: Shift focus intentionally from what could go wrong to envisioning success.
- Detach from Perfection: Embrace outcomes as they come, rather than fixating on an ideal.
- Give Yourself Grace: Treat setbacks as growth opportunities rather than failures.
Key Takeaways for YOU:
1. Recognize and challenge the inner critic that tells you you're not worthy or capable of success.2. Shift your mindset from expecting disappointment to visualizing positive outcomes.3. Embrace setbacks as opportunities for learning and growth, rather than seeing them as failures.4. Practice self-compassion and give yourself grace when things don't go as planned.5. Trust the process and be open to unexpected, better outcomes from the universe.—
New short episodes drop every other Wednesday. Erin’s 10-20 minute episodes meet you where you are - pressed for time. This is your purposeful reminder to stop, reflect and think mid-week amidst all the pulls on your energy and demands of your intellect.
Subscribe now to be notified of the next episode release and to support our mission to enrich your human experience.
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14 min - Exposing Bad Behavior: Standing Up to Disingenuous Leadership
In this episode of The Erin Coupe Podcast, Erin delves into her experience with toxic leadership while working on Wall Street, examining the damaging effects of fear-based, disingenuous leadership. She contrasts this with modern leadership qualities that focus on empathy, clear communication, and emotional intelligence. Erin offers listeners practical ways to identify toxic leadership traits, take action to protect themselves, and make informed decisions to create a healthier work environment that aligns with their values.
Show Notes:
- Personal Story of Toxic Leadership: Erin recalls her time at Goldman Sachs, where she was mistreated by a manager who led with fear, insecurity, and intimidation. Despite her efforts to win her boss's approval, Erin experienced chronic stress and anxiety due to this leadership style.
- Old-School vs. Modern Leadership: Erin contrasts the old-school, authoritative leadership she encountered with modern leadership that values clear communication, empathy, and building authentic relationships. Compassionate leaders foster loyalty and creativity, while fear-based leadership only drives employees away.
- Identifying Red Flags of Disingenuous Leaders: Erin clarifies that a mismatch between words and actions, intimidation tactics, unwillingness to have open conversations, and lack of desire for genuine connection are flags.
Closing Thoughts: Erin encourages listeners to prioritize their authenticity, self-respect, and well-being over conforming to a toxic work environment.
Key Takeaways for YOU:
1. Recognize Red Flags: Trust your intuition if something feels off with a leader. Disingenuous leaders often say one thing but act differently, rely on intimidation, avoid transparency, and fail to build genuine relationships.
2. Stand Up for Yourself: Advocate for yourself when mistreated, and challenge disingenuous behavior. Asking questions and confronting issues head-on can help you assess the true nature of the situation.
3. Embrace Modern Leadership Values: Compassion, empathy, and clear communication are what make modern leaders effective. Aim to foster these qualities in your interactions, whether you’re in a leadership position or not.
4. Protect Your Well-being: If you’re in a toxic work environment and have tried everything, consider transferring or even leaving the company. Prioritize environments that align with your values of empathy, authenticity, and respect.
5. Trust Your Instincts: If a situation is draining your energy and affecting your well-being, it’s time to reassess. Being true to yourself and making the difficult choice to leave a toxic environment can ultimately lead to a healthier, more fulfilling professional life.
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New short episodes drop every other Wednesday. Erin’s 10-20 minute episodes meet you where you are - pressed for time. This is your purposeful reminder to stop, reflect and think mid-week amidst all the pulls on your energy and demands of your intellect.
Subscribe now to be notified of the next episode release and to support our mission to enrich your human experience.
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YouTube: @erincoupe
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Website: erincoupe.com
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About I Can Fit That In
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Welcome to I Can Fit That In, the podcast where ambition meets alignment. Hosted by speaker, advisor, author of I Can Fit That In, and former Fortune 100 executive Erin Coupe, this show is designed to…
help you break free from rigid routines and outdated patterns, and fit in what moves you in work and life. Through personal reflections and candid conversations with high-performers, you’ll uncover shifts, rituals and new ways of thinking that create clarity and sustainable success. Subscribe now and follow along on social media to be empowered to fit in what matters most.