Ep. 5 "Should Your Whole Self Even BE at Work?"

You’ve likely heard the expression “bring your whole self to work.” Sounds pretty good, right? As many people know – especially those who identify with marginalized groups – it’s not so simple. Not all companies do the work to foster a safe environment for our “whole selves.” And even in the most inclusive workplace, hidden biases and standards can make it feel risky to show up authentically – causing confusion, burnout, and definitely some awkward conversations. In this episode, Adam and Maude go beyond the buzzwords to seek a more honest version of “bring your whole self to work,” with green flags galore for both employers and workers. 

Guests include: Mike Robbins, author of Bring Your Whole Self to Work and other highly-cited books about teamwork, leadership, and emotional intelligence; Cindy Gallop, CEO of Make Love Not Porn, corporate innovation and leadership consultant, and self-described “Michael Bay of Business”; Ashanti Ishakarah, senior client partner at Spotify; and Chase Coleman, comedy and advice creator on TikTok and Instagram about the corporate workplace (@thecorporatechase).