"I Have Everything to Gain and Nothing to Lose, and I Have a Responsibility to Use My Voice"
Sep 20, 2023
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In this podcast, Mita Mallick, Head of Inclusion, Equity and Impact at Carta and host of the LinkedIn podcast Brown Table Talk, discusses breaking down stigma around mental health challenges at work. Topics covered include becoming a public figure, changing toxic workplace culture, anxiety around achievement, advantages of virtual meetings and remote work, debunking leadership and inclusion myths, the impact of toxic leaders, power dynamics, challenging workplace myths about women, and gender-based pay discrepancies.
Being open about personal experiences can help break down stigma around mental health challenges at work.
Fostering a culture that prioritizes employee well-being and values strong relationships can combat toxic workplace behavior.
Deep dives
Using Personal Experiences to Amplify Work Issues
Mida Malick, head of inclusion, equity, and impact at CARTA and co-host of the podcast 'Brown Table Talk,' shares how personal experiences and amplifying them can shed light on workplace inequities and encourage healing and change. She discusses how her own experiences in a toxic work environment and the sudden loss of her father propelled her to use her voice and speak up. Malick emphasizes the power of storytelling for healing, community-building, and inspiring change.
The Anxiety of Ambition and Self-Reflection
Malick reflects on her own journey as an ambitious individual who has sometimes questioned whether her drive was fueled by anxiety rather than genuine ambition. She shares how her upbringing, workplace toxicities, and societal expectations have influenced her anxiety around success and feelings of not belonging. She highlights the importance of self-reflection and distinguishing between the inner critic that can push us to improve and external toxic forces that undermine our confidence.
Navigating Social Media Pressure and Expectations
Malick discusses the pressure and expectations created by social media, where people often showcase their successes and portray themselves as overnight successes. She emphasizes the need for individuals to share their authentic journey, emphasizing that success takes time and effort. Malick also highlights the importance of not comparing oneself to others and focusing on personal growth rather than seeking external validation.
Debunking Workplace Myths and Building Kindness in Relationships
Malick introduces her book 'Reimagine Inclusion' and discusses the importance of debunking workplace myths. She shares stories of toxic leaders and their effects on employees, suggesting that companies need to address toxic behavior rather than protecting high-performing individuals. Malick advocates for kindness and compassion in the workplace, emphasizing the need to create a culture that values employee well-being and prioritizes building strong relationships.
A huge part of breaking down stigma around mental health challenges at work is about being open and honest about our experiences. Mita Mallick is head of Inclusion, Equity and Impact at Carta and host of the LinkedIn podcast Brown Table Talk, and she speaks publicly about injustices she herself has seen and felt in her career. We speak about becoming a public figure, changing toxic workplace culture, and anxiety around achievement.
Check out Mita’s new book here: https://www.amazon.com/Reimagine-Inclusion-Debunking-Transform-Workplace/dp/1394177097
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