In this episode, Erin hosts an intriguing interview with Elisa van Dam, Vice President of Allyship & Inclusivity at Simmons University, as well as the co-author of the survey, “The Importance of Authenticity in the Workplace”.

Erin and Elisa dive into the results of research conducted and a survey derived from participants at their annual Simmons’ Leadership Conference entitled “Authenticity and Resilience”. Authenticity has always been at the heart of b Cause, but does the research tell us something different? Listeners get a view into their findings and Elisa’s perspective on the importance of authenticity, specifically for women in the workplace.

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DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.

Tweetable Comments

• “90% of respondents of the survey feel authenticity is important in the workplace.”

• “You have to plug into other people’s authenticity.” 

• “Women surveyed felt that being authentic makes them confident and being confident makes them authentic.”

• “People that can be their authentic selves in the workplace are more productive, more engaged.”.

• “When you are authentic at work the impacts for the organization are that you can build better relationships, be more productive, and have more confidence.”