The Journey of Self-Discovery and Growth with Erica Flecker

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Maps Are Dead

Mike D

18 episodes

23 hours ago

Maps Are Dead is a podcast about navigating life when the old plans stop working. Hosted by Mike Dauphinee, this series is a raw, real, and often funny conversation with people learning to move forward without a clear path. It’s not about success formulas or five-year plans. It’s about inner maps—CliftonStrengths, courage, and the grit it takes to keep going when certainty disappears. Mike and his guests explore identity, leadership, parenting, purpose, and the moments that shake our lives loose.

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The Journey of Self-Discovery and Growth with Erica Flecker

Maps Are Dead

50 minutes 54 seconds

3 months ago

The Journey of Self-Discovery and Growth with Erica Flecker

Summary

In this conversation, Mike Dauphinee and Erica Arias explore the themes of personal growth, career transitions, and the importance of understanding one's strengths through CliftonStrengths. They discuss how Erica navigated significant changes in her career, the role of consistency and analytical thinking in leadership, and the balance between competition and collaboration. The conversation emphasizes the need for clarity in decision-making and the impact of emotional intelligence in creating a supportive work environment.

About Erica

(Includer, Consistency, Developer, Analytical, Competition)

Vice President of Operations and Customer Success at a healthcare software startup supporting patients with IBD conditions like Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis. With a background in nonprofit leadership at United Way Detroit, she later transitioned into healthcare and SaaS, where she’s navigated multiple acquisitions and startup growth cycles. Her work focuses on improving patient and provider outcomes through complex, people-driven systems.

Takeaways

Navigating change requires understanding one's internal compass.
Career transitions can lead to personal growth and new opportunities.
CliftonStrengths provide insight into how we can leverage our abilities.
Consistency in leadership fosters a supportive environment.
Analytical thinking is crucial for making informed decisions.
Competition can drive performance but should be balanced with collaboration.
Clarity in decision-making helps overcome analysis paralysis.
Emotional intelligence plays a key role in effective leadership.
Creating real impact is a driving force behind career choices.
Self-discovery is an ongoing journey that shapes our professional paths.

Sound bites

"Every day is different."
"I need clarity to adapt."
"I need time to think."

Chapters

00:00 Navigating Life's Changes
03:03 Career Transitions and Growth
05:59 Understanding CliftonStrengths
09:01 The Role of Consistency in Leadership
11:47 The Importance of Inclusion and Development
15:04 Analytical Thinking and Decision Making
17:52 Balancing Competition and Collaboration
24:36 Reframing Success and Value in New Roles
27:06 Navigating Fatigue and Decision-Making
30:51 The Importance of Consistency in Leadership
34:57 Adapting to Change and the Need for Clarity
39:53 The Analytical Mindset and Personal Growth
48:33 Courage in Making Impactful Shifts