Ever struggled to get your message across with someone from a different culture?

On this episode of Building Thinkers, I’m sitting down with Anita Anthonj, the founder of Talaera, a platform that helps professionals communicate confidently and effectively across languages and cultures. We dive into why active listening is one of the most underrated skills, how language learning and cultural nuances go hand in hand, and what it actually looks like to build confidence when you’re not a native English speaker.

We also talk about the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, including the myth of “having it all,” and why small wins (and even mistakes!) are such powerful tools for growth.

Key Takeaways

Effective communication goes beyond perfect grammar.

Active listening is crucial for building connections.

Understanding cultural nuances can enhance communication.

Mistakes are valuable learning opportunities.

Empowerment comes from recognizing choices in life design.

Asking for help can open new opportunities.

Cultural differences in parenting can provide valuable insights.

Connect with Anita:

Website: https://www.talaera.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitaanthonj/

More About Building Thinkers:

I'm your host, Tracy Clark, and this is where potential becomes reality through deliberate curiosity, reflection, practice, and play. The Building Thinkers podcast is based on the realization that there's exponential potential in the things we build.

And so, in my little corner of the internet and podcasting land, I want to take my 12 favorite problems, these are my constant curiosities, and I want to go deeper. I want to build thinkers. This is a community of multi-potentialites who may be disoriented by all the possibilities of success we envision but haven't yet achieved.

If any of that sounds like you, come listen in. Welcome to the Building Thinkers podcast.