Corporate Strategy
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
The Onboarding Blueprint...McDonalds
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
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
Corporate Or Entrepreneur?
We bounce from spicy comedy to a real gut-check about dread, burnout, and why “stability” feels different than it used to. Then we get practical about corporate careers vs entrepreneurship, including benefits, credibility, risk tolerance, and how to prove a business idea is real without ruining your future.• turning exhaustion, fear, and self-doubt into the “burnout recipe”• why health insurance a
Public Speaking That People Remember
We catch up on a chaotic launch week, a new company announcement, and the growing noise around AI and tech culture before switching gears into what actually makes a presentation land. We share the practical public speaking and presentation skills we use to keep audiences engaged, stay calm under pressure, and communicate with clarity without sounding rehearsed. • a fast check-in on work chaos, hea
Your Job Can Change Overnight, So Build A Career That Can Move
We go from breath-holding chaos to a surprisingly practical conversation about layoffs, AI-driven job shifts, and why people are quitting even when they are not the ones getting cut. We share a simple resume test for AI filters, then get real about identity, fear, and how to stay ready without spiraling on LinkedIn. • Pasting your resume into Notepad to see what AI and ATS tools actually read • Wh
AI: It's the thought that counts
We start with a chaotic live setup and a soda taste test, then tumble into a real health scare that turns into a blunt check on stress, hydration, and the urge to work through everything. From there, we zoom out to AI hype, betting culture, and how companies monetize attention while we argue about what we lose when we stop doing the thinking ourselves. • the behind-the-scenes reality of going live
Make your work goals a reality with this one simple trick
We trade two wild stories from the same week, then use them to get serious about where AI helps and where it absolutely falls apart. We end with a practical playbook for finding time to learn new tools at a nine-to-five and turning that learning into goals your manager will actually support.• Ingrown toenail border removal and why the procedure should not hurt• Discovering an extra nerve ending an
PTO Coverage Playbook
We go from theme-park chaos to a practical talk on how teams handle time off when a key person disappears for two weeks. We share what employees can do to protect their work, and what managers can do to build redundancy without burning out the team.• debating what happens when a critical specialist takes time off • giving enough notice and setting expectations before PTO • using signatures, status
Why Corporate Work Feels Slow
We start with a new “What Are You Drinking” segment and somehow end up at a real question: why corporate work can feel frantic while progress feels slow. We break down the structural reasons big companies move carefully, plus the people problems that turn simple work into endless reviews, then share tactics to get context and reclaim momentum.• trying Manhattan Special espresso coffee soda and rea
206. Grievance Audit
We vent about the small annoyances that stack up fast, from calendar ghosting to homeowner chaos, then shift into why corporate rules sometimes make life easier. We also spiral into AI optimism versus AI doom, how to spot what’s real online, and the communication tactics that keep work from turning into a mess. • getting stood up for a scheduled meeting and why it feels worse than it should • solv
205. What If We Managed Friendships Like Work
We get honest about why people ghost simple invites and why “silence” turns into unnecessary stress for everyone. We trade tactics from corporate life that make personal plans easier, clearer, and way less emotional. • office awkwardness and the break-room microwave problem • jumping to “solutioning” with an AI microwave idea • vibe checks plus a real cat-feeding behavior fix • why Americans avoid
204. Real world reactions
We bounce from a surprisingly emotional Pokemon Pokopia obsession to the less cozy reality of corporate ambiguity, where you can work all day and still have no idea if you “won.” We react to common workplace lines that sound normal on paper but often signal understaffing, scope creep, and reorg trouble, then we share scripts for pushing back with data and trade-offs. • Pokemon Pokopia as a post-wo
203. Return of the CACC
We break down a simple, durable way to measure work happiness and use it to make smarter career moves. Culture, autonomy, and challenge drive satisfaction, and compensation bends the curve when life needs change.• What culture feels like when it fits and when it drains • How autonomy ranges from steady structure to creative freedom • Why challenge should be satisfying strain, not daily dread • How
202. Good Books
We trade the live-show chaos for a clear reading list that actually changes how you work. Mindset, systems, agile reality, and the hard leap from doing the work to leading the people who do the work.• Seven Habits as a compass for priorities and people• Subtle Art for choosing problems worth caring about• Getting Things Done to clear the head and trust a system• Start With Why and Five Whys for sh
201. How to Documentation in 3 Easy Steps
We swap aliases for real names, thank new YouTube subscribers and Patreon supporters, and weigh Discord’s privacy risks before diving into a full blueprint for documentation that actually gets used. From biathlon analogies to AEO tactics, we map how to build living docs that reduce chaos and speed up onboarding.• live show update and community shoutouts• discord verification risks and alternatives
200. Corporate Strategy Unmasked
The masks are off. After five years and 200 episodes, we share our real names, real faces, and the real playbooks behind our careers—what worked, what didn’t, and why we’re changing how this community grows.We start with the origin story: two friends who turned lunch rants into a living archive of corporate survival. Anthony traces a winding path from QA to automation, into sales engineering and n
199. White Collar v. Blue Collar
We turn a hungry cold-open into a sharp look at authenticity at work, comparing blue-collar bluntness with white-collar polish and the role trust plays in both. We share ways to build psychological safety on corporate teams, when to change teams, and why culture beats theater.• ad slogans and a Handy Way Subway bit leading to a comfort-food debate• Florida cold snap as a frame for pressure, resili
198. Questioning college and what comes next
We skip the intro and get real about college, internships, and how to build a career in a world where AI changed the entry ladder. We share honest regrets, better playbooks for freshers, and why managers should hire for outcomes over pedigree.• how a recording glitch shifts the vibe and sparks a candid tone• reflections on ignoring goals and the cost of busy seasons• cold weather banter that turns
197. Do HR Managers work?
We compare hands-on craft with hands-on leadership and ask whether the best managers must be able to do the job. Stories of bad HR-only management, better coaching habits, and how trust plus context beat micromanagement every time.• tradeoffs between art, craft, and making a living• repair culture vs modern tech and subscriptions• practitioner managers vs HR-only managers• why context matters in s
196. Time
We go from laser-beam shenanigans and comic book hot takes to a practical, no-fluff playbook for managing time at work. A simple framework, clear constraints, and better negotiations turn chaos into momentum and make you look reliably in control.• three-answer intake for new requests: yes now, yes later with a date, or no• clarifying questions that set purpose, deadline, and success• Parkinson’s L
195. New Year, new resolutions, new pod?
We reset after a rough start, rethink resolutions, and set practical systems for goals, energy, and community. Then we lay out how Corporate Strategy will evolve with better culture habits, smarter distribution, and listener‑driven formats.• why most resolutions break and how to make them stick• accountability groups, reward ladders, and deadlines• daily walks and low‑intensity movement for clarit
194. It could be worse
We kick off with a playful threat to delete the archive and end up reaffirming why consistency, community, and humane work habits matter. Between holiday calendar chaos and culture clashes over PTO, we find wins in empowered teams, better tools, and a thriving Discord.• joking about nuking the archive to highlight creative burnout• whiplash from deletion talk to preserving episodes forever• holida
193. We could do better
We pull apart a messy year and name the misses with humor and honesty, from starving team culture to hoarding hard projects and losing the spark that comes from celebrating wins. A working model for change emerges: adjust CAC priorities, delegate with intent, and build rituals that make effort feel worth it.• acknowledging culture debt after a year of nonstop delivery• the costs of over-shielding
192. Stupid interview questions
We roast filler TV, then discover that “stupid” interview questions can reveal real judgment, curiosity and systems thinking. Fast riffs, real signals, and a few traps worth dodging.• filler vs substance across anime and long-running TV• appliance question as a proxy for work style• estimation puzzles as a reasoning display• survival in a conference room as constraint testing• animal challenge map
191. The emperor has no clothes!
We start with jokes about accents and Apple’s floating fireworks, then head straight into the AI spiral: soaring RAM and GPU costs, bot-driven guest pitches, and whether today’s generative models can sustain their own weight. From there we tackle meaning at work, the Emperor’s New Clothes of corporate incentives, and how to find purpose by getting closer to customers.• AI guest spam and inbox fati
190. Are we at our peak?
We trade Movember jokes and candy nostalgia for a frank look at health setbacks, rehab, and the quiet habits that restore capacity. Then we map the arc of a modern career—from early exploration to mid-career forks and what “peak” can mean beyond job titles.• mustache banter and seasonal candy nostalgia• long illness frustrations and exercise interruptions• back injury, rehab protocols, and core st
189. Interview with a Marine Engineer
A Danish marine engineer joins us to explain the real work behind keeping a cargo ship alive: maintenance rhythms, critical failures, and the calm discipline that keeps risk low when the sea won’t cooperate. We compare corporate pressure to maritime responsibility, from Starlink limits to piracy protocols and the freedom of true time off.• why a mechanic chose marine engineering• cadet training, s
188. How To Write Reviews, Give Feedback, And Survive Bad Managers
We trade Halloween jokes for hard truths about performance reviews: how to log wins, avoid surprise ratings, and argue your case without burning bridges. We compare startup urgency with big-corp safety nets and offer scripts for giving and receiving feedback that actually helps.• logging accomplishments at release and milestone moments• mapping outcomes to goals and competencies• building role-spe
187. How To Stop Meetings From Running Your Day
We call out why meetings feel endless and show practical ways to make them shorter, clearer and tied to outcomes. Startup chaos meets enterprise structure as we share tactics for agendas, cadence, and guarding your calendar without burning bridges.• naming the meeting problem and calendar overload• one‑on‑ones versus team syncs and scaling with layers• startup reactivity versus enterprise planning
186. Toxic Workplace Stories
We trade two true stories about toxic leadership: a public shutdown that delayed a release and a “smile less” mandate that drained talent. We break down what went wrong, how healthy leaders respond, and simple habits that turn conflict into momentum.• crunch-time bug and a proposed shim to hold the date• public rejection of cross-team work and power signaling• costs of social debt versus technical
184. How Teams Really Work
We weigh the trade-offs between startup speed and enterprise stability, and why separation of concerns across product, marketing, sales, security, and legal protects focus and trust. The throughline: reduce dependencies, design clear interfaces, and learn the reason behind every gate before you try to remove it.• small pains revealing big structural truths• big corp frameworks vs real-world depend
183. How to Manage Up
Two managers trade stories and tactics for managing up—how to spot when it works, when it backfires, and how to propose solutions that win you visibility without fueling Friday fire drills. Along the way, we get honest about ego, boundaries, and using small wins to open bigger doors.• secret pod hidden on Discord and community update• abacus mental math and why process beats memorization• the case
181. How to Get Promoted
We tackle the controversial claim that "if career growth matters, 100% remote is a trap," exploring whether physical presence in an office truly impacts your ability to advance professionally. Through personal experiences and practical advice, we dissect when remote work might limit opportunities and when it's irrelevant to career progression.• Remote work may create a ceiling speci
180. The Weight of Corporate Expectations
Bruce and Clark explore the growing expectation for workers to carry more weight, delving into the pressures of increased workloads and the impossibility of meeting ever-growing demands. They discuss how businesses expect employees to take on responsibilities outside their expertise while maintaining existing workloads.• Bruce shares a frustrating experience with video recording where technical is
179. Trapped in the Job: Survival Strategies for Corporate Burnout
The jobs report confirms what many already suspected: employment opportunities are scarce, forcing many professionals to remain in positions they might otherwise leave. We explore practical strategies for surviving and finding happiness when changing jobs isn't an option.• Understanding the physical and emotional symptoms of burnout• Setting boundaries by blocking calendar time and using &quo
178. The Grit Factor: Turning Rejection into Success Featuring Alex Restrepo
We discuss how to prepare for rejection and failure in your professional life, exploring the concept of grit and resilience as essential components of long-term success. Through historical examples like ancient Rome's ability to absorb losses and personal anecdotes about career setbacks, we uncover strategies for turning adversity into growth opportunities.• The power of building resilience t
177. Navigating Workplace Pay Disparities
Navigating workplace pay transparency reveals deeper issues with corporate compensation structures that value years of experience over actual performance and results.• Pay transparency can create uncomfortable situations when high performers discover they're paid similarly to underperforming team members• Experience-based pay scales often fail to reward actual contribution and value• Out-of-b
Appreciation Series: Finale
Bruce and Clark explore the concept of "inshittification" – how quality decreases while prices increase across products, services, and experiences – before concluding their appreciation language series with crucial insights about workplace recognition.• Nostalgic reflection on past experiences (like 1990s Taco Bell) compared to current declining quality and increasing prices• Examination
Appreciation Series: Physical Contact
We explore physical touch as the final appreciation language and discuss its unique challenges in professional settings.• Physical touch in the workplace requires careful navigation of boundaries and consent• Unlike other appreciation languages, touch may function more as an enhancement to other forms of appreciation• Cultural differences and personal backgrounds significantly influence comfort wi
Appreciation Series: Tangible Gifts
We explore "Tangible Gifts" as an appreciation language in the workplace, discussing why it ranks as the least chosen language despite companies spending billions on reward programs centered around physical items.• Most employees prefer words of affirmation, quality time, or acts of service over physical gifts• Food ranks as the most appreciated tangible gift in workplace settings• Gift
Appreciation Series: Acts of Service
Bruce and Clark continue their workplace appreciation series by exploring Acts of Service, the highest-ranked appreciation language in their poll. They discuss how providing meaningful help to colleagues can be a powerful form of workplace appreciation when done correctly.• Acts of Service involves doing something to help someone else with their tasks or responsibilities• The CAT framework: Constr
Appreciation Series: Quality Time
We dive into quality time as a workplace appreciation language, exploring how it manifests differently from personal relationships and impacts team dynamics.• Survey results from our Discord show Acts of Service (7 votes) and Words of Affirmation (2 votes) leading workplace appreciation languages• Quality Time breaks down into five distinct "dialects": focused attention, quality conversa
Appreciation Series: Words of Affirmation
Understanding how people feel appreciated varies significantly between individuals, with five distinct appreciation languages determining what makes team members feel truly valued.• Words of affirmation can be delivered through praise for accomplishments, character affirmations, or personality trait recognition• Recognition delivery matters significantly – some prefer public praise while others fi
Appreciation Series: The Five Languages
We introduce our new miniseries on the five languages of appreciation in the workplace, exploring how concepts similar to love languages can be adapted to professional settings to help people feel valued.• The five languages of appreciation: words of affirmation, acts of service, quality time, tangible gifts, and appropriate physical touch• Dr. Gary Chapman and Dr. Paul White's book translate
169. Filler Episode (Do Not Listen!)
Bruce and Clark explore the psychological toll of work invading our dreams, sharing personal experiences with night terrors about professional stress and the death spiral that follows when we can't escape thoughts of work.• Work-related nightmares indicate dangerous blurring of work-life boundaries• The "death spiral" where work stress impacts sleep, preventing proper restoration• A
168. "Not My Job"
We tackle the workplace dilemma of being asked to do work outside your job description and why saying "not my job" can damage your career.• Three key reasons behind "not my job" situations: resource gaps, skill mismatches, and prioritization issues• Why successful professionals avoid saying "not my job" even when tasks fall outside their responsibilities• Strategies f
167. How to Have Uncomfortable Workplace Conversations
Bruce and Clark explore the delicate challenge of addressing personal issues like hygiene and verbal habits in professional settings while maintaining respect and professional boundaries.• A Reddit post about a manager telling an intern they smell bad while simultaneously offering them a permanent position• How managers can deliver difficult personal feedback constructively and with appropriate ti
166. Toe Tales and Career Crossroads
Bruce and Clark explore career development and the physical toll of work while dealing with their own injuries—Bruce recovering from toenail surgery and Clark nursing a broken toe.• Career advice for a 22-year-old uncertain about pursuing entrepreneurship or college• Testing business ideas through small, time-boxed experiments instead of all-or-nothing approaches• Whether career passion is achieva
165. You're Not Getting Real Training, You're Getting Pizza-Sized Oreos
Corporate training events seldom hit the mark, but through our collective experiences, we've identified what separates valuable learning from time-wasting theater. We explore the critical elements necessary to create impactful professional development experiences that respect participants' time and intelligence.• Different perspectives from outside your organization enhance learning even
164. Interviewing for the Job You Need
Understanding your workplace priorities through the CACC framework helps you evaluate potential employers and find the right fit for your career goals.• Culture assessment requires asking direct questions like "What kind of culture can I expect on your team?"• Follow up by asking if that culture is unique to the team or reflects the broader organization• Honest answers about organization
163. Bonus Pod: Return of the CACC
We revisit our CACC framework for measuring workplace happiness, breaking down how Culture, Autonomy, Challenge, and Compensation create a personalized score to evaluate job satisfaction.• CACC stands for Culture, Autonomy, Challenge, with Compensation as an offset factor• Each person weighs these factors differently based on their individual priorities• Two years after introducing CACC, we'v
162. How to Survive Work Events, Long Meetings, and the Pepsi Flood
We explore survival strategies for uncomfortable workplace situations that everyone faces but no one enjoys discussing. From overcrowded parties to endless meetings, we share practical tips for maintaining your sanity while still appearing engaged and professional.• Why hiding in the bathroom or retreating into your phone makes things worse• How to strategically position yourself at networking eve
161. When to Tell Your Team the Truth
Navigating the delicate balance of when to share sensitive information with your team is one of leadership's greatest challenges. We explore the ethics of transparency and how to determine when to tell your team the truth about difficult organizational changes.• Leaders must evaluate whether information directly impacts team members' personal lives• Return-to-office mandates warrant imme
160. Frozen Jobs, Ghost Jobs
The job market has dramatically shifted from the employee-friendly Great Resignation era to a period of "frozen" and "ghost" jobs that waste applicants' time. Our expert panel explores this pendulum swing and provides strategies for navigating today's challenging employment landscape.• Understanding the difference between frozen jobs (real positions not being filled)
159. High Performers: Managing Perception in Corporate Spaces
High performers often face pushback when they step outside their lane, despite consistently exceeding expectations in their core responsibilities. Management's response to ambition and initiative can make or break employee satisfaction and retention.• Managing perception as a high achiever requires understanding both organizational politics and your manager's motivations• Bad managers fe
158. Well That's Embarassing
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 catalog workplace em
157. The Art of Succession
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 creative thinking are diffic
156. LinkedIn Lunacy: Faking it or Making it?
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 wholesome profession
155. Social Skills at Work
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 perfect re
154. Politics at Work
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 the potential decision
153. Chaos Strategy
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 on a foot injury and w
152. We are Writing a Book
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 concept of habit stackin
151. Pareto Principle
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 in meetings • Perso
150. Golden Handcuffs - A Nice Problem To Have and How to Solve It
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. • Discussing the dynamics
149. The 2024 Retrospective
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 community • Discussi
148. How do You Measure Bureaucracy?
This episode emphasizes the importance of understanding workplace happiness through a model known as C.A.C.C (Culture, Autonomy, Challenge, Compensation) while addressing the negative impact of bureaucracy and “sludge” in corporate settings. We share personal experiences and insights about the changing nature of job satisfaction, encourage listener participation, and highlight the need for continu
147. RAW from MckyD's
Ever wondered how a greasy McGriddle could spark a conversation about fast-food marketing quirks and starting your own cryptocurrency? Join us as we recount an amusing New Year's Eve breakfast at McDonald's, complete with Banksy-like pigeons on the walls and the triumphant return of the McRib. We navigate through the morning chaos of Mickey D’s, humorously comparing the size of McGriddle
146. New Year, New Habits
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145. Who Leads the Leaders?
Ever wondered why your face turns into a waterfall during a spicy food challenge? Join us as we embark on a fiery adventure, sharing our hilarious escapades with hot sauces and their unique effects on our bodies. We reminisce about our attempts to mimic the popular show Hot Ones, leading to some amusing tales and even a running joke about mysterious smells in the room. We also toy with the idea of
144. The AI Episode We Didn't Plan For
What happens when the chaos of professional life meets the whirlwind of team growth? Join us as we navigate the challenges and rewards of leadership in "Team Growth and Work Chaos," where we reflect on balancing demanding schedules and nurturing a supportive work environment with gratitude and humor. With 2025 just around the corner, we find ourselves pondering the passage of time and th
143. CS RAW (2024)
Have you ever recorded a podcast amidst the mayhem of Black Friday at a bustling mall? Picture this: our first face-to-face meeting, laughter echoing around a carousel, and the holiday spirit in full swing as we dive into contrasting Thanksgiving tales. One of us embraced family chaos, while the other found solace in home projects away from the festive fray. Our vibrant setting added an unpredicta
142. We are Grateful (Mostly)
Have you ever wondered how technology can make podcasting a breeze? Join us on a journey where we unravel the magic of Discord's sound cleaning features, which have revolutionized our recording process by eliminating pesky background noise. In this episode, we share personal stories of battling work burnout, with Bruce eagerly preparing for a Final Fantasy 7 concert with his wife and Cheesy C
JoJo's Corporate Adventure: Golden CACC
Ever wondered how a childhood hustle can shape a future in product management? Our special guest Jojo shares nostalgic tales of selling candy and using Coinstar machines while reflecting on how a Steve Jobs quote sparked her entrepreneurial spirit. Join us as we navigate through the vivid contrasts between the high-octane world of startups and the more serene corporate life. Together with Bruce an
140. Government at Work
What happens when a fictional bear named Craig, a dose of macabre humor, and the modern workplace collide? Discover the hilarity in pondering the unique implications of being mauled at work versus remotely, and the surprising benefits of remote work, like reducing workplace violence. We’ll tickle your funny bone with tales of avoiding poisoned drinks from your colleagues, and what happens when cor
139. Are We Friends?
Ever wondered why transitioning from Halloween to Thanksgiving feels like a comedic relay race? Join us as we unpack this festive conundrum with a sprinkle of humor and a trip down memory lane, filled with personal stories of awkward costumes and candy debates. One of us has a theater background that’s given our podcast intros a thespian flair, while the other—well, let's just say monotone is
Monroe's Story: From Military to Management
Ever wondered how the irony of a "meeting-free" day can highlight the quirks of corporate culture? In our latest episode, we have Monroe joining Bruce and Clark to share some laughter over "Freeform Friday" and its amusing unpredictability. With Clark buzzing about his sports-filled weekend and Monroe's wardrobe strategies for Chicago's weather, we spotlight the light
137. Dealing with Difficult People
What happens when nature throws a wrench into our carefully planned schedules? Bruce and Clark return from an unexpected hiatus, sharing personal stories of their experiences during Hurricane Milton. From the havoc caused by fallen trees to the struggle of catching up on disrupted work, they recount the chaos with gratitude for minimal damage and support from colleagues. This episode captures the
136. You Must Choose: Title or Happiness
Ever wondered how the creators of iconic 90s cartoons like "Angry Beavers" and "Ren and Stimpy" left such a lasting mark on pop culture? Join us as we kick off this episode with a trip down memory lane, reminiscing about these animated gems and the quirky minds behind them. As we get nostalgic, we also share our not-so-glamorous tales of traveling while under the weather. Our i
135. Interview with a Clark
Remember when you wanted to be a GI Joe or a rock star? Join us for a captivating conversation with Clark as he takes us on a nostalgic journey through his childhood dreams of heroic action figures and epic guitar solos. You'll hear the funny stories of his immersive birthday parties, organized by his ever-supportive parents, and how these early fantasies evolved into a pragmatic passion for
134. Interview with a Bruce
What if your career could take a completely different and fulfilling direction with just a few strategic moves? Join us in this special two-part episode as Clark and Bruce bring their usual spirited banter to the table, setting the stage for an insightful and entertaining journey through their professional lives. With a mix of anonymity and personal anecdotes, they reveal aspects of their experien
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