The Path to Collective Liberation with Erica Courdae
Season 3, Episode 11
October 28, 2024
On this episode of Feminist Founders
Erica Courdae joins Becky Mollenkamp for an eye-opening conversation on collective healing, interdependence, and the intersections of feminism. They dive into the difference between equity and equality, explore the power of shadow work for personal and collective liberation, and unpack the toxic culture of hyper-independence in society and business.
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About Erica Courdae
Erica Courdae Coté (she/her) is committed to shifting focus, power, and resources to support individual healing to foster a thriving community collective. She takes action through being an author coach, mentor, speaker, and 25+ year beauty industry veteran. Erica believes imperfect action is necessary as a pivotal part of evolution and growth. In 2018, Erica co-founded the Pause on the Play Podcast, which also expanded to include a consultancy. She has provided training for established businesses such as Blue Cross Blue Shield, Martha Beck Incorporated, and Paul Mitchell School.
Discussed this episode:
- The difference between equity and equality and why equity matters more in feminism
- Why interdependence is the future of sustainable communities and businesses
- The journey from hyper-independence to interdependence in life and work
- How shadow work can lead to personal and collective healing
- Feminism and intersectionality: why the personal is always political
- Erica’s transition from the beauty industry to DEI work and coaching
- The importance of values-based business and leadership
- Understanding intuition and its role in effective leadership
- The significance of collective action in social change
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