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Ever feel like you’re thriving in one area but Googling “how to adult” in the rest? Welcome to Una Preguntita—a podcast where curiosity meets growth. Your Texa-rican host, Zulean Cruz-Díaz, helps young professionals navigate life’s twists and turns. Every week, she dives into the questions that help you understand yourself, connect with others, and prepare you for your future. From emotional intelligence, to workplace dynamics, and handling tough conversations, this is your go-to spot for re ...
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Want to Be Heard? Confidence Gets You In, Charisma Makes You Matter
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Confidence doesn’t come first—action does. In this episode, you and I talk about why taking messy, imperfect steps is the real way to figure out your direction and grow into your confidence. Once you’re in motion, that’s when communication tools actually start to matter. From there, Zulean gets into charisma—what it is, why it matters (especially f…
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Handle Tough Conversations Like a Pro—So You Can Lead Boldly Without Freezing or Avoiding It- Hervin Antonio Hidalgo
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Ever replay a tough convo in your head 100 times, only to freeze or avoid it IRL? You’re not the only one, amigui. In this episode, ZERA leadership coach Hervin Antonio Hidalgo joins Zulean to break down how to actually move through discomfort — whether it’s at work, with your team, or in your relationships. From the #1 leadership skill every risin…
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Want to Grow? Here’s Why Skipping the Reflection Step Is Slowing You Down
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In this episode, we’re hitting pause—not to rest, but to think. If you’re a high-achieving amigui always on the go, this one’s for you. Zulean breaks down a powerful 3-step reflection process that’ll help you check in with your progress, align with your goals, and move forward smarter. No hustle culture here—just intentional growth, quiet confidenc…
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Overwhelmed? Here’s How to Drop the Right Things
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Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything and still somehow falling behind? Like, you know you’re stretched too thin, but the idea of dropping something makes you low-key panic? Same, amigui. We’re getting real about overwhelm, why some things need to be dropped, and how to figure out which ones. Plus, Zulean shares the moment she realized sh…
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Worker to Leader: How to Lead with Empathy and Still Drive Results
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At work, you crushed it as an individual contributor, but now you're leading a team (?!)—and no one gave you a manual. Suddenly, you're responsible for people, decisions, and dynamics that feel completely different from what you were doing before. So… what actually changes when you go from doing the work to leading the people doing the work? In thi…
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Lost, Tired, Stuck? There's a Disconnect—Here’s How to Fix It.
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Why is there a gap between what we claim is important to us and where we actually put our time and energy? You’re not alone. In this pod, we’re diving into why the disconnect between our values and our daily actions might be leaving us exhausted, unfulfilled, or more lost than anything. Get ready for stories (including the time I ditched my enginee…
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Breaking the Self-Doubt Cycle: You’re Closer Than You Think
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Why does it feel like confidence is something you have to earn—even after putting in the work? This week, we’re breaking down self-doubt, getting real about what’s holding us back, and shifting how we see ourselves. Because the truth is, you don’t need more achievements to feel secure—you need to recognize what’s already there. Tune in. Links as pr…
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Want to Thrive? Stop Ignoring Emotional Intelligence. Here’s How to Master It
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Ever find yourself regretting something you said, or wish you handled a situation differently? In this episode of Una Preguntita, Zulean dives into emotional intelligence—the real secret sauce behind career success and building strong relationships. She's breaking down how to manage your emotions (before they manage you) and why it could be the key…
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Struggling to Lead? You Can’t Fake Trust—But You Can Build It
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In this episode of Una Preguntita, Zulean dives into the powerful relationship between trust and leadership. Ever wondered when real progress happens? Spoiler alert: It’s not just about working harder. Zulean explores how breaking free from the Drama Triangle can unlock trust, create space for growth, and elevate your leadership game. Tune in to le…
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Una preguntita: Are you ready to dive in? If you ever feel like you’re thriving in one area but Googling “how to adult” in the rest, you're at the right place. Welcome to Una Preguntita—a podcast where curiosity meets growth. Your Texa-rican host, Zulean Cruz-Díaz, helps young professionals navigate life’s twists and turns. Every week, she dives in…
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Get to the Point: How to Communicate Clearly and Avoid Confusion
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Ever asked your mom for advice and ended up trapped in a 30-minute side story that had nothing to do with your question? Or maybe at work, you’ve asked for a simple project update and got everything but the info you needed? Yeah… we’ve all been there. In this episode, we’re breaking down the What + Why formula for clear communication—so you can sto…
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Want to level up? Grinding isn't enough. Here's how to do it
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Feel like you’re working twice as hard but getting half as far? Turns out, success isn’t only about grinding—it’s about who you know and who’s advocating for you. In this episode, we’re diving into social capital—what it is, why it matters, and how to start building it today. Closed mouths don’t get fed, amigui. We’re diving into mindset switches, …
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