In the captivating Episode 19 of "The Elephant in the Org," titled "Unf*cking Work for Women with Michelle Minnikin," hosts Danny Gluch, Cacha Dora, and Marion Anderson delve into the pervasive challenges women face in the workplace. Joined by guest Michelle Minnikin, an acclaimed author, organizational psychologist, and workplace culture expert, this episode explores how societal conditioning and coercive control mechanisms contribute to the systemic barriers hindering women's professional advancement. Michelle shares insights from her latest book, "Good Girl Deprogramming," discussing the detrimental effects of societal expectations on women from a young age and how these effects permeate professional environments. The conversation also ventures into the realm of "work piracy," a concept introduced by Minnikin as a strategy for challenging and navigating through inefficient and unjust workplace practices. Key discussion points include the "Goldilocks zone" of behavior for women in the workplace, the systemic challenges to professional advancement, and practical strategies for empowering change within organizations to foster a more inclusive and supportive work culture for women. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding and addressing the deep-rooted issues women face professionally. Michelle's perspectives offer a roadmap for individuals and organizations seeking to make work less burdensome and more equitable for women. Tune in to this enlightening discussion on The Elephant in the Org's website or your favorite podcast platform. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review to share your thoughts on this critical conversation. Connect with Michelle Minnikin on LinkedIn for more insights, and check out her book for a deeper dive into unf*cking work for women. Stay tuned for future episodes covering diverse aspects of corporate culture, employee engagement, and innovative HR strategies. Follow The Fearless PX on LinkedIn and visit our website for more content and updates. Reach out to the hosts at [email protected] with your feedback and suggestions for future episodes. Connect with Us: Follow The Fearless PX on Linkedin at The Fearless PX Visit our website for more content and updates: https://www.thefearlesspx.com/ Reach out to Marion, Cacha, and Danny at [email protected] You can find all episodes of The Elephant in the Org here. You can watch the full episodes on our YouTube Channel. We encourage you to subscribe and leave a review if you found this episode enlightening! From April 2024, all new episodes of The Elephant In the Org will be posted bi-weekly. Music Credits: Opening and closing theme by The Toros. Production Credits: Produced by The Fearless PX, Edited by Marion Anderson. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and do not necessarily reflect any a...