Corporate Strategy

Mar 31 2025 159 ep. 40 mins 10

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Satirical self-help lovingly shared by two millennial tech industry vets. Engineering, sales, marketing, product management, and custodial services cover it all in 30 minutes or less. Coffee not provided.

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158. Well That's Embarassing

Mar 31 2025 57 mins

Bruce and Clark explore embarrassing workplace moments and reminisce about social media evolution, from MySpace's customization to Facebook's strategic growth, while discussing cringe-worthy corporate experiences. • Reflecting on the rise and fall of various social media platforms • Bruce shares his transformative experience at a Panchakarma wellness retreat • The hosts catal

157. The Art of Succession

Mar 24 2025 45 mins

Succession planning creates a complex challenge when you discover a talented team member lacks the critical skills needed to advance despite their strong desire to move up. • Valuable team members may excel in many areas but struggle with core competencies needed for advancement • Breaking problems into smaller components can help develop skills, but some abilities like creativ

156. LinkedIn Lunacy: Faking it or Making it?

Mar 17 2025 51 mins

LinkedIn has transformed from a professional networking platform into something resembling a bizarre hybrid of Facebook and Twitter where oversharing personal details has become disturbingly common. The platform now functions as a digital first impression for hiring managers who often check candidates' profiles before even reading their resumes. • LinkedIn posts range from wholes

155. Social Skills at Work

Mar 10 2025 48 mins

Social coach Sarah joins us to discuss the art of effective workplace communication and building confidence in professional interactions. We explore how making others feel valued is more important than what you actually say, and why being yourself beats trying to emulate "LinkedIn bros." • The true secret to successful conversations is focusing on how others feel, not on having p

154. Politics at Work

Feb 17 2025 49 mins

Severance delves into the blurred lines between work and personal identity, engaging with the idea of separating these worlds. Through lively discussions, we explore the implications of current political climates at work, navigating conversations with openness and curiosity. • Dissecting the premise of Severance and its critique of corporate culture • Personal reflections on th

153. Chaos Strategy

Feb 10 2025 38 mins

Life’s chaos can often spark creativity and reflection, as evidenced by humorous anecdotes about workplace dynamics and personal experiences. This episode traverses topics like the genius behind grocery store marketing, the push for efficiency in team settings, and the whimsical narrative of the sad Pepsi Man. • Exploring personal chaos in everyday life • Humorous reflections

152. We are Writing a Book

Feb 03 2025 51 mins

This episode explores habit stacking and its potential to enhance productivity and life satisfaction. By combining intentional habits with daily routines, listeners are encouraged to reflect on their values, career aspirations, and the practicality of multitasking while evaluating their long-term goals. • Discuss personal fatigue and its impact on productivity • Explain the con

151. Pareto Principle

Jan 27 2025 54 mins

The episode delves into the frustrations and dynamics of corporate meetings, questioning their effectiveness and proposing strategies for improvement. It explores core concepts like punctuality, the Pareto Principle, and the importance of recognizing A-players within teams, all while advocating for more efficient meeting structures. • Discussion of the importance of punctuality i

150. Golden Handcuffs - A Nice Problem To Have and How to Solve It

Jan 20 2025 50 mins

This episode explores the challenges of recording a podcast without one of the main hosts, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and teamwork. It delves into the concept of golden handcuffs, discussing how financial incentives can make employees feel trapped in unsatisfactory jobs while providing practical advice on reassessing career goals and personal satisfaction. • Discu

149. The 2024 Retrospective

Jan 14 2025 36 mins

This episode focuses on our biannual retrospective, where we reflect on our podcast's achievements and challenges over the past year. We discuss listener growth, content quality, community engagement, and strategies for improving our podcasting approach moving forward. • Celebrating listener growth and improved content quality • Acknowledging the importance of the Discord commu