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Corporate Strategy

Corporate Strategy

The Corporate Strategy Group 212 Episodes Aug 17, 2026

A satirical self-help podcast hosted by two millennial tech industry veterans. They cover engineering, sales, marketing, product management, and custodial services in episodes lasting 30 minutes or less. Coffee is not provided.

Episodes

Decisions In A Vacuum
Decisions In A Vacuum Aug 17, 2026 2935 We start with some intentionally ridiculous market talk, then get honest about how corporate meetings can reward confidence over clarity. We break down what to do when leadership makes decisions in a vacuum, and how we protect our teams while still surviving the politics. • spotting “corporate nonsense” language and why quiet people often add more value • using AI for real work, including document
Audio Exclusive: The Career What-Ifs
Audio Exclusive: The Career What-Ifs Aug 10, 2026 2301 We test a new recording setup, nerd out on an electronics repair game, then use it as a springboard to talk about right to repair and why fixing things feels harder in the US than it should. We also run a career retrospective on our biggest pivots, what we might have done differently, and why fulfillment often beats the “safe” path. • trying a new podcasting platform and accepting the risk of a me
Corporate Hot Takes On Email Boundaries And Real Productivity
Corporate Hot Takes On Email Boundaries And Real Productivity Aug 2, 2026 1119 We catch up live from a newly sound-treated studio and somehow end up deep in toe injuries, travel gear, and why Crocs might be the real comfort hack. Then we pivot into corporate hot takes on email habits and productivity, including why living in your inbox keeps you reactive and why “busy” is not the same as effective.• joking about LaCroix as a “fountain of youth” and settling into the live set
Strategy vs Tactics
Strategy vs Tactics Jul 27, 2026 2845 We trade vacation stories and a surprisingly business-relevant take on Moby Dick, then pivot into the career trap of becoming the workplace firefighter. We unpack how the Five Whys, smarter follow-ups, and simple systems help us protect our time, avoid burnout, and grow into more strategic roles without losing credibility. • why being the go-to fixer feels rewarding then becomes a trap • using the
AI Job Loss Reality Check
AI Job Loss Reality Check Jul 22, 2026 3235 AI job loss is real in some corners and wildly exaggerated in others, so we sort the headlines from what companies can actually implement without breaking everything. We map the roles most exposed to automation, why the AI service model may hit an ROI wall, and how to protect your career by owning the tool instead of ignoring it. • AI anxiety shows up everywhere now, even outside tech • Net job gr
How To Get Promoted
How To Get Promoted Jul 13, 2026 3480 We go from CAPTCHA conspiracies and AI slop on LinkedIn to the deeper problem of algorithm-driven feeds that ignore human boundaries and fry our attention. Then we get practical and a little spicy about corporate promotions, career leverage, and why you have to say what you want out loud if you expect anyone to help you get there. • CAPTCHA as hidden training data and what modern image prompts imp
Icebreakers That Actually Work
Icebreakers That Actually Work Jul 7, 2026 2710 We mess up our production setup, vent about being hard to find on YouTube, then pivot into a surprisingly practical conversation about building real connection on remote teams. A ridiculous food debate becomes our blueprint for icebreakers that boost engagement without crossing personal boundaries. • losing the OBS profile and rebuilding the show setup from scratch • struggles with discoverability
Figuring Out Corporate
Figuring Out Corporate Jun 30, 2026 4135 Corporate work is less about having the perfect skill set and more about staying curious while you translate people’s wants into real outcomes. We argue that nobody has it all figured out, so the winners are the ones who keep trying, measuring, and adapting without taking every “no” personally. • roasting our own names and why “be nice” matters • noticing how big brands still feel like they are im
Surviving An Acquisition (or Merger)
Surviving An Acquisition (or Merger) Jun 23, 2026 3192 We go from questionable health oversharing to a serious playbook for surviving mergers and acquisitions without getting blindsided. We break down why companies buy other companies, how that decision affects your job, and what we’d do right away to protect our careers. • colon cancer screening and why health stigma keeps people from getting checked • why M&A creates fear through uncertainty and
Process That People Actually Use
Process That People Actually Use Jun 15, 2026 3238 We go from horror side quests and Big Corp nostalgia to a practical breakdown of how to build team processes people will actually follow. We share how to map workflows, get buy-in, use tools like Jira for accountability, and turn bottlenecks into data you can use to improve the team.• canceling vacation to avoid getting sick and the reality of being immunocompromised• why horror comedy is hard to
The Onboarding Blueprint...McDonalds
The Onboarding Blueprint...McDonalds Jun 8, 2026 3322 We record from a McDonald’s and use the chaos to talk about a surprisingly serious problem: most companies still onboard people with vibes and tribal knowledge. We lay out what great onboarding looks like, how to survive when you get none, and why networking plus documentation can turn you into a rising star.• Why onboarding sets culture and context fast• The difference between being “thrown in” a
What If Being Yourself Is The Strategy
What If Being Yourself Is The Strategy Jun 2, 2026 3265 We get brutally honest about “executive presence” and why the best workplace presence usually comes from being more yourself, not less. Along the way we connect authenticity, personal brand, and culture fit to the everyday moments that shape trust, promotions, and how people feel when they work with you. • why executive presence is really a felt experience • authenticity as a career advantage peop

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