“Can we create a space that is safe…where you can come and connect with others who are on a similar journey”

Marin Nelson is a Regional Vice President at Salesforce as well as co-founder of a new infinity group for Salesforce employees – SOBERforce. A community for any employee that is sober, for whatever reason (e.g. addiction, health, religious) and allies.

Marin shares her own journey to recovery, along with some great tips for the more difficult conversations between managers and employees and how to navigate the concept of anonymity.

There are many things organizations can do to create a more inclusive & supportive environment with Marin advocating for connection being at the core.

TOPICS COVERED

• Challenges faced in the sales industry

• Struggles with addiction and journey towards sobriety

• Tips for difficult conversations between managers and employees

• The importance of connection and peer to peer support

• Navigating the concept of anonymity

• Alternative ‘happy hour’ team events

• The creation of SOBERforce, a new group at Salesforce for sober employees and allies

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