S2E16: Understanding Groupthink: MLMs, Cults, and Toxic Workplaces with Felicia

Ever wondered how multi-level marketing organizations manage to lure individuals into their webs of manipulation and false promises of financial freedom? Get ready to decode these toxic work environments with Felicia, an experienced industrial organization psychologist and the founder and fractional CPO at CPO Playbook. We unmask the tactics MLMs use to entice and manipulate people, highlighting the financial burdens placed on distributors, and how the structures of MLMs differ from traditional organizations. We extend our conversation beyond MLMs, venturing into the territories of cult-like organizations. Revel in the striking similarities between MLMs and cults, and learn about the charismatic leaders who skillfully exploit and manipulate individuals. We dissect the prevalence of groupthink in these settings, discuss the potential dangers of toxic positivity, and expose the subtle yet potent recruitment and retention strategies employed.  As we traverse this complex terrain, we also touch on the significance of work-life balance and the potential for women to ascend as cult l Welcome to Season 2, where we embark on authentic and unfiltered conversations about life, relationships, society, and more. Our opinions are solely our own and don't represent professional advice. It's just our perspective, so form your conclusions. Heads up, this podcast may contain adult content and explicit language. Let's dive in!   Buzzsprout refer a friend!  Grab a $20 off when you sign up!  With SiteGround's Click-and-Install WordPress, we're leaving manual setup in the past. Our podcast is powered by the seamless one-click installation and WordPress Starter wizard. Choose from pro designs, add contact forms, online stores, portfolios – all automated, no tech stress. Say goodbye to mundane setups and hello to a stunning podcast platform. Dive into impactful discussions without the technical hassle. Launch your podcast website effortlessly. Subscribe: Join our podcast subscription and subscribe monthly for entertainment and the regular witty banter - trust us, you won't want to miss a single episode! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108585/subscribe  Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/toxic_workplace_pod/ Support the show Find us in these places! Instagram Linkedin Newsletter YouTube ___________________________________________________ This podcast does not constitute professional advice (financial, legal or otherwise) and you should seek your own professional advice where required. By listening to and/or accessing this podcast , you acknowledge this, and you acknowledge that no warranty, guarantee or representation is made as to the accuracy of any information featured in this podcast. Any action you take based on the information contained in the Podcast is strictly at your own risk, and Hosts and guests will not be liable for any losses or damages in connection with the use of the Podcast. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of any organisation they are employed by. The material and information presented here is for general information and entertainment purposes only.