Corporate Strategy

Jaksot

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  Do Not Microwave Fish Ever Again 14.09.2026 59min

  We draft our way through the most relatable corporate annoyances, from out of office messages that help to video calls that should have never happened. Along the way, we rant about work travel, office microwaves, and the small tech failures that can derail a meeting in seconds. • Patreon plug for storytelling and presentation skills using the Hero’s Journey and the Amazon method • Why business travel lingers in your brain and why flying feels uniquely miserable • The case that in...
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  Real Collaboration Is Rare 08.09.2026 52min

  We challenge the way workplaces use “collaboration” and argue that most of it is just independent work with a shared deadline. We map out what real collaboration looks like, why it’s rare, and how to avoid meetings that waste time and strip teams of autonomy. • production issues, missing audio, and why last week only lives as shorts • a mini crusade against LinkedIn AI slop and the idea of reporting 10 posts a day • the cheese ball obsession and why it somehow becomes a life...
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  The Executive Detail Trap 24.08.2026 49min

  We go from our love of surprise twists to a brutally practical question: how we deliver the right level of detail at work when leaders give vague asks and unclear formats. We share the tactics we use to get fast feedback, avoid wasted effort, and navigate the executive layer without losing our minds. • why surprises and subverted expectations work in stories and advertising • how trust breaks when companies reverse public promises • the real problem with ambiguous asks for d...
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  Decisions In A Vacuum 17.08.2026 48min

  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 review systems and Jira automation lessons • defining vacuum decisions through...
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  Audio Exclusive: The Career What-Ifs 10.08.2026 38min

  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 messy test • a Tokyo repair shop game that captures the joy of tinkering without the wa...
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  Corporate Hot Takes On Email Boundaries And Real Productivity 02.08.2026 18min

  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 setup • adjusting to a soundproof room and the oddly echo-free feeling • post-vacation...
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  Strategy vs Tactics 27.07.2026 47min

  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 Five Whys to find root causes instead of treating symptoms • when to execute ...
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  AI Job Loss Reality Check 22.07.2026 53min

  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 growth vs hidden disruption across industries and age groups • Ghost job postings...
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  How To Get Promoted 13.07.2026 58min

  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 imply • Why LinkedIn feels worse after AI and why scrolling is not neutral • Comm...
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  Icebreakers That Actually Work 07.07.2026 45min

  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 on YouTube and experimenting with shorts on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube •...
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  Figuring Out Corporate 30.06.2026 1t 8min

  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 improvising • learning leaders’ communication preferences and tailoring your outp...
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  Surviving An Acquisition (or Merger) 23.06.2026 53min

  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 loss of control • the two big acquisition motives: technology or customers and...
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  Process That People Actually Use 15.06.2026 53min

  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 nail and why Widows Bay works • the gut-punch of watching an old company get acquired and its s...
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  The Onboarding Blueprint...McDonalds 08.06.2026 55min

  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” and being set up to win • A five-day company onboarding model that levels everyone • Teaching th...
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  What If Being Yourself Is The Strategy 02.06.2026 54min

  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 people can sense • why fake it till you make it fails long term • finding the...
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  Corporate Or Entrepreneur? 26.05.2026 1t 13min

  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 and retirement planning can outweigh startup hype • the underrated perks of corporate life: ment...
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  Public Speaking That People Remember 18.05.2026 1t 7min

  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, health, and getting back on the mic • Michael’s company launch and the promise of agenti...
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  Your Job Can Change Overnight, So Build A Career That Can Move 07.05.2026 47min

  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 • Why fancy formatting, images, and broken bullets can quietly tank applications • ...
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  AI: It's the thought that counts 27.04.2026 1t 7min

  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 and messing it up • trying an Italian cola and why it tastes like older Coke •...
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  Make your work goals a reality with this one simple trick 20.04.2026 55min

  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 and why a better doctor changes everything • Getting trapped in an AI phone agent loop while tryi...