b Cause Work Doesn't Have to Suck

What's your TEDx moment? What do you stand for? You see, this is a question that so many want to know, but few rarely explore. But shouldn't we? In this episode, Erin and Nicole chat about this *slightly* heavy question, but in typical fashion, with a twist. The two also manage to talk about Russia (because wtf), share major life updates and reveal a groundbreaking stat about zookeepers. Yep, they...

You hear all the time that you need to stand out. But. Have we ever really talked about what a vulnerable and courageous act that really is? Well, today's guest, Paulina Tenner, knows a thing or two about standing out authentically and embracing your vulnerability when all eyes are on you. Unapologetic speaker, serial entrepreneur, startup investor, author and… burlesque dancer? These are just a f...

How's that to-do list of yours? Ever growing? Can't seem to catch up? Maybe the thought of sliding it into the trash even crossed your mind a time or two? Us too. Well, what if you could make your to-do list a little less daunting, a little more motivating and hell, maybe even a little more enjoyable? In this episode, Erin and Nicole chat about fun strategies to get sh*t done that you simply don't...

Often we have this perception of "woman at the top." They don't have kids. Or if they do, they must be willing to sacrifice so much of it for their career. What if that wasn't how it had to be? Well, it's certainly not the case for Jean LaTorre. Jean talks about her rise from a family that had trouble making ends meet to becoming the Chief Investment Officer for a Fortune 50 company. And how she d...

In a world where we are told to go-go-go, have you ever just thought, "Ehhh, no"? You often hear the words, 'productivity', 'hustle', and 'success' in relation to work, but one thing you hear less of is 'space', 'succumb' or…'going limp'. (More on 'going limp' later. Promise we won't leave you hangin' on this one.) In today's episode, Nicole discusses the societal pressure to be employed and how t...

A way to create connection, build authority and stand out from your peers in an unexpected way?  *Yes please! * A super simple strategy that most people aren't leveraging in the workplace? *Where do I sign up? * It's completely centered around video. **slowly backs out of the room** We get it. Video can be intimidating, a smidge uncomfortable and maybe a little unnatural. But the gem of a human be...

One of the best things about this podcast is the no-holds-barred, insightful, hilarious, and often vulnerable conversations that Erin and Nicole have. And this one's no different. Over the years, Nicole has let us in on her career-the good, the bad, and the ugly. Not many would be willing to go where she has and openly share the way she does. In this episode, Nicole shares a huge announcement with...

Think authenticity only applies to the corporate world? Think again. We've decided to shake things up and show you how authenticity can be applied to any career. In this episode, Erin meets with Sergeant Major Matt Parrish. Matt is currently the Senior Enlisted Leader for the USSOCOM Preservation of the Force and Family program. He is a Green Beret who has spent his entire career within Special Op...

Like the rest of the world, Nicole is taking a beat and recovering from Covid. By the way, does anyone have a date on when this is going to end or…? Luckily, Erin, the other half of the duo, is still well and has decided to authentically let you in on four critical mindset shifts that helped her pivot from executive to entrepreneur. P.S.- If you'd like to wish Nicole well in the b Cause Podcast Fa...

You've heard the whispers, seen the teasers and have been holding your breath in anticipation. And yes, the rumors are true: Erin and Nicole are back with a new podcast name, but the same (always slightly inappropriate) shenanigans. In this episode, they'll give you the scoop on the name switch, fun fan swag, and some inspiration to bring you imperfectly into 2022 (Hint, it's not another variant…h...

Erin and Nicole couldn't let this holiday season pass without a nod to their original, and highly relatable, "The Twelve Days of Work-mas" episode. So, to start your holiday off right, we've decided to revisit this fan-favorite and send you off with a few laughs. Plus, Nicole surprises Erin with her work rendition of Santa Baby. I mean, can it get any better? The Twelve Days of Work-mas 12 hour wo...

Hands up if hearing "serve people first" never really clicked with you when it came to sales. You understood the concept but putting it into action was spotty at best. Well friend, you're not alone. In this episode, Erin and Nicole walk through the LESS Method - a gamified framework that takes the sliminess out of sales and is also completely grounded in authenticity. So, if sales aren't your thin...

Performance Reviews. Depending on the person, reactions may vary. Some are ready to rock it, some are apprehensive, and some may just be ready to throw up in the nearest trash can. Whatever camp you fall in, I think we can all agree that performance reviews are always in the back of our minds as we work through the year. In today's episode, Erin and Nicole are going to help you prepare for those p...

"I've got a coach!" You may have heard colleagues or friends mention how they've invested in a coach to level up their career. Instead of feeling pumped though, it left you puzzled, a little skeptical, and often wondering what they really got out of it. In today's episode, we're taking the nebulous concept of coaching and what it can offer, by chatting with one of Erin's coaching clients, Jen Shoo...

Covid shook the corporate world upside down. Instead of heading into work, you went to your makeshift desk, grimaced through virtual meetings as your kids yelled "mom!", and had no human contact outside of your home whatsoever. Cut to a year and a half(ish) later and we are starting to see hints of normalcy. Heading back to work is one of them. In this episode, Erin and Nicole share their top six...

Have you been told you need more "Executive Presence" and are left wondering, "What does 'Executive Presence" even mean?!" Or do you ever wonder what do recruiters and hiring managers look for in the talent they seek out? This week Erin talks with Britt Bloch, Vice President of Talent Acquisition Strategy and Recruiting at Navy Federal in April 2021. This interview will give you all the 3D informa...

Ever had a meeting with an executive and it didn't quite go as planned? Instead of a clear and focused conversation you felt like you were word-vomiting your brilliant ideas, leaving the executive overwhelmed and completely burnt out? In this episode, Erin and Nicole share corporate career advice with three tips on how to communicate with executives authentically that will help you not only feel m...

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 R...

Ever wonder why you're not getting that promotion or that special project? In this week's episode, Erin and Nicole talk mentors, sponsors, and introduce listeners to the never-talked-about....anti-sponsors! Yep, the people that can trump all the goodness that comes with a sponsor. Well, the good news is that there are ways to get anti-sponsors on your team. Erin and Nicole discuss a fresh (and mor...

Many company websites are nothing but facades with empty mission statements and value wheels. The concept looks good on the outside, but hollow on the inside. As Nicole put it: "To be your best authentic self, you have to be really mindful of everybody else in the experience with you." The good news is that with just a simple mindset shift you too can turn authenticity from a permission to a power...

BE MORE BANANA!! Erin interviews the incomparable and totally authentic Emma Stroud - Creator, Podcaster, Author, Speaker, MC, Coach, Businesswoman AND Clown. Emma is on a life voyage to persuade the world to adopt the life attitude to laugh, love and play more. Her stories will help you see there's a greater connection between your disparate passions and a way to make money while having fun too....

Erin and Nicole are back and bring you a completely authentic, inside look at how they are planning to do a slight remod on the pod. In this episode you'll get a peek behind the scenes of a brainstorming session between Erin and Nicole. You'll hear how they are revamping (sort of) the b Cause podcast with fresh, focused work life topics and exciting, ambitious, authentic interviews with successful...

"Show me the money!" Is that what it takes to succeed in this world? A bold, brazen approach? Although this week's podcast guest, Molly Fletcher, has been called the "Female Jerry McGuire", you'll quickly learn that it was her authenticity, not her audacity, that drove her success. Now a highly successful speaker, 5x author, and consultant, Molly shares the secrets to her success plus the best pra...

Space is the ultimate soil for creativity. I mean, we all know that our best ideas come when we're in the shower, car driving, or DMV. Then why don't we give space to ourselves more often? It's so easy to get caught up in the "doing" that we forget that our best "doing" happens after we get space to breath and think. And that's just what we want to give you this week on b Cause. Back from a brief...

We spend so much time checking the boxes, doing what we think we're supposed to do, and following the rules. But is that what people actually want from us? This week, Erin sits down with her authenticity "Ground Zero" - her father - where he shares stories and inspiration of it's almost always those times when you stray from the norm that drive real, sustainable success (and make it a lot easier t...