True Talk Cafe Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Title: S5 Ep. 1: Re-Introduction to the Pod Crew! Description : Let’s be honest—most advice sounds good but doesn’t actually work. At True Talk Café , we don’t do surface-level conversations or feel-good fluff. This is where careers get clearer, leadership gets real, and hard conversations finally make sense. Join Renee, Anna, Lollie and Karla as they start the 2026 with a new vib...

Send us Fan Mail Title: S4 Ep. 8: Acknowledge, Adjust, Align Description : Join host Karla Hernandez DeCuir and the True Talk Cafe crew as they dive into the "Acknowledge, Adjust, Align" series. This episode features Dr. Sarah David, a certified AI consultant and trainer, who shares insights on owning your evolution, overcoming imposter syndrome, and the power of consistency over perfect...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the True Talk Café Podcast S4 Ep. 7 - Align - Pt. 3 Executing & Sustaining Progress Show agenda : We’ve reached the final step, Pt 3 in our Acknowledge, Adjust, Align series - Align) It’s time to take everything we’ve uncovered and adapted—and align it with consistent actions and habits that support sustainable growth. Episode Recap: Topics Covered: Why small wins m...

Send us Fan Mail Send us a text Welcome to the True Talk Café Podcast S4 Ep. 6 - Adjust - Pt. 2 Pivoting for Change Show agenda : Today, we’re diving into the second part of our Acknowledge, Adjust, Align series—and this one’s all about the power of the pivot. We'll talk about how to shift direction when the plan hits a wall—or when we hit a wall. Episode Recap: Recognizing the Need to Pivot...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the True Talk Café Fireside Chat: Think, Try, Thrive Series Show agenda : Today, we are kicking off our inaugural Fireside Chat discussing our Think, Try, Thrive Series .  We invited guests: McClain Sampson and Jevon Wooden to join the conversation and share valuable insights with our listeners.  Episode Recap: Think (Taking Care of You) Self-Care, Boundaries, and Refle...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the True Talk Café Podcast S4 Ep. 4 - Acknowledge - Pt. 1 Identifying Gaps Show agenda : Today, we are kicking off our Acknowledge, Adjust, Align series with step one: Acknowledge. We’re diving into the importance of recognizing gaps and areas for improvement in both our personal and professional lives.  Episode Recap: Acknowledging some common barriers Breaking the Ill...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the True Talk Café Podcast S4 Ep. 3 - Taking Care of You - Pt. 3 Review & Assess! Show agenda : Today, we are wrapping up the Think Try Thrive series with the third episode which is all about reviewing and assessing your personal and professional goals. In our last episode, we focused on the importance of taking action and mapping out your path to achieve your goals...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the True Talk Café Podcast S4 Ep. 2 - Taking Care of You - Pt. 2 Taking Action! Show agenda : Today, we are diving into the second episode of our "Think, Try, Thrive" series, and it’s all about taking action on your personal and professional goals. In our last episode, we focused on the importance of self-care and creating a solid foundation. Now, it’s time to...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the True Talk Café Podcast S4 Ep. 1 - Taking Care of You - Pt. 1 Show agenda : Today, we’re kicking off the first episode of a three-part series called "Think, Try, Thrive." This series is all about helping you take control of your personal and professional journey. For this first episode, we’re focusing on the foundation: taking care of you. Self-care is the...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the True Talk Café Podcast S3 Ep. 10 - 2024 TTC Recap! Show agenda : We’re thrilled you’re joining us for our final episode of 2024—our Year in Review special! Episode recap: Navigating a Life Shift - Experiencing personal or professional transitions Maximizing Relationships to Win - the power of building and maintaining meaningful connections.  AI for the Win! - listen...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the True Talk Café Podcast S3 Ep. 9 - Show Me The Money! Show agenda : Is your company embracing pay transparency? And how confident are you when it comes to negotiating your salary?  Pay transparency is on the rise, and in some areas, it’s even required by law. Surprised? In today’s episode, 'Show Me the Money,' we dive into what pay transparency really means...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the True Talk Café Podcast S3 Ep. 8 - The Visibility Code Show agenda : Do you know how to elevate your personal brand’s visibility?  Building a highly visible personal brand on social media requires a strategic approach, consistent effort, and engaging content. In the strategy realm, visibility is key to opportunity. Personal branding elevates your profile, making you...

Send us Fan Mail Have you been thinking about starting your own side hustle? In today’s episode called: From Idea to Impact: Crafting Your Startup Vision, we’ll discuss ways to approach creating a business and other critical elements that should be considered to improve your chances of success.. Now, let’s start today’s conversation!

Send us Fan Mail You have a personal brand whether you know it or not – it’s what makes you tick, what makes you, “you”. In today’s episode called: Who do you say I am, we’re going to discuss the impact your personal brand has on how people perceive who you are. Now, let’s start today’s conversation!

Send us Fan Mail Are your connections and relationships healthy or toxic? Relationships impact all dimensions of our well-being, including physical and mental health and our ability to flourish at work and in every other facet of life. In today’s episode called: Embracing Connections and Managing Relationships, we’re going to discuss the impact connections have on your work life and provide some s...

Send us Fan Mail Are you stressed at work? Everyone who has ever held a job has, at some point, felt the pressure of work-related stress. Any job can have stressful elements, even if you love what you do. In today’s episode called: Manage Stress to Achieve Success, we’re going to discuss how stress impacts workplace performance and provide some strategies to manage it. Now, let’s start today’s con...

Send us Fan Mail How has AI changed the way you work? At this point, I don’t really know of anyone that is not somewhat familiar with this new technology that has changed how we live, work and play. In today’s episode called: AI for the Win, we are going to discuss advances in AI techniques that have not only helped fuel an explosion in efficiency but opened the door to entirely new business oppor...

Send us Fan Mail How well do you build relationships? Building strong work relationships is essential for success in any professional setting. In today’s episode called: Maximizing Relationships to Win, we are going to discuss some strategies to maximize work relationships to create a positive and supportive work environment that fosters success for you and your colleagues. Now, let’s start today’...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever been laid off? At some point in your career, you may have or will experience an involuntary layoff. As a result, it can have a profound impact on your mental well-being as well as other parts of your life. In today’s episode, called: Navigating a Life Shift, we are going to discuss how to navigate a layoff and find your true passion. Now, let’s start today’s conversa...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever had a coach? Well, in recent years, coaching is one powerful tool that has gained significant recognition. The coaching industry — expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 7.6%—will be worth an estimated $27.5 billion by 2026. And while the popularity of coaching continues to grow, so does the evidence supporting its efficacy. In today’s episode we’re cal...

Send us Fan Mail Do you have a strong brand presence? If you want to attract more viewers, listeners, and fans, it’s imperative to have a brand strategy that puts your best foot forward. In today’s episode we’re calling: Hey You, Clean Up Your Brand, we’re going to explore the benefits of a strong brand identity and provide some tips to improve your online presence for impact. Now, let’s start tod...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever completed a skills audit? Well in 2023 building on your skill set has emerged as a key area of focus not only for employers but for individuals alike. So, in today’s episode we’re calling: Back to School, we’re going to explore the benefits of conducting a skills audit and prioritizing growth for success. Now, let’s start today’s conversation!

Send us Fan Mail As a business or HR leader, you’ve probably noticed that upskilling and reskilling are getting a lot of traction lately. Skills have emerged as a key area of focus for 2023. So, in todays’ episode we’re calling, “Upskilling, Reskilling and Preparing for the Future”, we will discuss how future-fitting your workforce can enable your organization to develop the skills needed to remai...

Send us Fan Mail Have you been working from home since the pandemic and now your company is requesting that you return to the office? Well, that’s a difficult decision that employees have been faced with over the past year or so. In todays’ episode called, “Return to Work - Facts & Myths”, we will discuss the difficult situations employees experience in the workplace and provide some tips on h...

Send us Fan Mail It's May and that means it's Mental Health Month! So, todays’ episode we’re calling, “Breaking the Stigma”. We will discuss how mental health is integral to our overall well-being and should be given as much care as our physical health. Now, let’s start today’s conversation!