What Is a Listening Audit? How Companies Can Better Support and Retain Working Mothers

Season 2, Episode 3 — Womenemies PodcastWhat is a listening audit, and why does it matter?In this episode, Marilena Fallaris explains the work she does through listening audits for employees within organizations who are mothers.A listening audit goes beyond a survey. It is a series of real, person-to-person conversations designed to understand how mothers are truly experiencing their workplace.Through these conversations, Marilena helps companies:• understand what is working and what is not• identify gaps in support for mothers• improve retention and well-being• create a more supportive and flexible work environmentThe feedback gathered through a listening audit also helps companies update their culture and operational strategy in a meaningful and informed way.She also shares how listening audits uncover the invisible emotional and mental load many mothers carry, both at work and at home.When mothers feel heard and supported, they are able to thrive — and so are the organizations they are part of.This episode is an invitation for companies to listen more deeply, and for mothers to know their experiences matter.If you’re interested in learning more about listening audits or working together, feel free to reach out.