In this raw and unfiltered solo episode, Erin chats about the weight of life, work, and the mental roadblocks that hold us back. From personal struggles to coaching insights, she shares what's been on her mind—including three key mindset shifts that can change how you show up in your career and life. Erin also gets candid about challenges at home, why reaching out for support is always worth it, and the surprising advice that helped her land a CEO role. If you've been feeling stuck, second-guessing yourself, or waiting for the "right moment" to take action—this episode is for you. If you'd like quick tangible tips and practical corporate career advice to level up your authentic leadership, download the 10 simple "plays" to stop selling out and start standing out at https://bauthenticinc.mykajabi.com/freebie To connect with Erin and/or Nicole, email: [email protected] If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration! Follow b Cause on Twitter (really it's mostly Nicole) Follow Erin on LinkedIn or Instagram Join the b Cause Podcast Facebook Group Take our simple, fun and insightful"What's your workplace superhero name?"quiz Unleash your Authentic Superpower with Erin's book,"You Do You (ish)" Check out our blog for more no-BS career advice Work with Us Or just buy some fun, authentic, kick-ars merch here DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences. Tweetable Comments "Say their names, stop calling them by their title. They are a human. They came in just like you did." "When you protect people, you're only hurting them. When you protect them from tough conversations, you're only hurting them and the rest of the team." "Nobody ever knows what you want if you don't tell them. People are not walking around giving two shits about what we're thinking." "The number one quality I want in my team? That they're not a bobblehead. I don't need 'yes' people—I need people who push back."