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The Fire Time PodcastLive from HPBExpo 2025 - Jill McClureTim kicks off Season 14 of the Fire Time Podcast with a conversation LIVE from the Valor booth at the 2025 HPBExpo with Jill McClure, CEO and President of the HBPA.Tim and Jill discuss highlights and rejuvenation of the trade show, leadership skills, and strategies to guide your team.In this conversation, they cover:• Being a learner while being a leader to avoid getting stuck in the status-quo.• "The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership: A New Paradigm for Sustainable Success" by Jim Dethmer, Diana Chapman, and Kaley Klempaa.• Positive...
2025-04-0152 min
Cubicle ConfidentialRe-Issue Lessons in Strategery Part TwoTune in to hear Chris and Tim discuss “Lessons in Strategery Part One and Two.” You’ll understand the title when you hear the podcast. We’re here to help you succeed! Send us your workplace dilemmas or career questions. Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...Thanks for listening! Connect with us on LinkedIn!
2024-07-2433 minCubicle ConfidentialRe-Issue Lessons in Strategery Part OneTune in to hear Chris and Tim discuss “Lessons in Strategery Part One and Two.” You’ll understand the title when you hear the podcast. We’re here to help you succeed! Send us your workplace dilemmas or career questions. Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...Thanks for listening! Connect with us on LinkedIn!
2024-07-1833 minCubicle ConfidentialCulture WoesLeading a high-profile initiative can be daunting … even more so when you’re coordinating team members scattered around the globe. We help listeners tasked with getting the job done while navigating different languages, cultures and work styles. In honor of July 4th, the Cubicle Crew reminisces about the magic of fireworks.Segments in this episode:We’re Not in Kansas Anymore - “Help! I’m about to lead a global initiative and this will be my first time traveling outside the U.S.”Here, There and Everywhere in New York- “I have real concerns about coordinating a virtual team...
2024-07-0333 minCubicle ConfidentialPromotion BluesA new title, more responsibility, better pay and perhaps a little prestige … what could be bad about getting promoted? This week we help listeners grappling with the complexities and consequences of “moving on up” the corporate ladder. Chris probes Tim about his quasi-agrarian roots.Segments in this episode:Down About Moving Up In Bloomfield - “I got promoted and now my work friends are giving me a hard time”Up For Grabs In Chattanooga – “I’m one of four vying for two promotions, how should I rate my competition during our 360 review process?”The Gist: “Explaining Game Theory” – the Cub...
2024-06-1933 minCubicle ConfidentialAngling for a Better OpportunityThis week we help listeners shake up the status quo. What to do when your comp doesn’t match your contribution to the business? Next, how to start a job change when you think you’ve found some greener grass. In honor of Mother’s Day: Chris, Tim and Jack share memories of traditions both old and new. Science Corner: Butler’s Law of Conservation of Self-esteem.Segments in this episode:Hacked or Hacked Off in New Jersey - “My boss is trying to commandeer my commission”Word of the day: An adjective … 11-letters … meaning “next to last” (but in the...
2024-05-1530 minCubicle ConfidentialTo Poach, or not to poach; that is the questionGiven the transient and mobile nature of the modern workforce, is poaching an ethical dilemma or a smart sourcing strategy? We help a restaurant owner contemplate countermeasures when an upscale rival raids his roster. Next, Chris and Tim help a consultant calm the waters when he is accused of aiding and abetting a defection. Also, a spirited point-counterpoint on the concept of “brunch” and a few confessions about runny eggs.Segments in this episode:Dine and Dash in Austin - “The restaurant up the road is swiping my servers”Scrambled not Poached in Spartanburg - “My client thi...
2024-05-0835 minCubicle ConfidentialCrushesTim’s much-maligned reference shelf includes the American Heritage dictionary which defines a crush as: “a usually temporary infatuation.” This week we help listeners work through the twists and turns of office obsessions. Chris waxes poetic about the rotary phone and the dating scene at Illinois Bell. Plus: back by popular demand – the word of the day!Segments in this episode2Good 2Be 4Gotten in Tulsa- "My boss is hot. Can I? Should I? How do I?”Word of the day: A noun … 10-letters … defined as “the tendency to perceive a specific, often meaningful image in a random or ambiguo...
2024-05-0133 minCubicle ConfidentialIt’s 420 (discussing weed at the workplace)Recreational marijuana is all the buzz but what happens when Mary Jane dances a little too close to the office? We explore the complicated tapestry of state law, company policy and individual liberty. Is pot the new alcohol or is it a little more complicated? On a completely unrelated topic … Chris, Tim and Jack talk about their favorite binge-worthy snacks. Segments in this episodeTaking the High Road in Durham - “I saw my employee smoking a joint!”Purely Hypothetical Scenario: If – for whatever reason – you suddenly get the munchies, what is your go-to snack?Dazed and Confused...
2024-04-1742 minCubicle ConfidentialBody TalkSharing the gym – and the locker room – with coworkers can lead to some uncomfortable encounters! Tune in to hear Chris and Tim help listeners avoid pulling a hamstring when access to amenities gets awkward.Segments in this episodeExorcised in LA - “My boomer boss wants me to be his workout buddy”Fishing for Sponsors: The StopAlong serves impressive pizza, burgers and more! The Wicker Park and Logan Square locations are both walking distance from Tim’s house … how great is that? Check out the menu www.TheStopAlong.comMy Private Parts Stay Private in Jersey - “I’m the only o...
2024-03-2030 minCubicle ConfidentialFear NotDid you know the number one fear in America is glossophopia? Chris and Tim help a listener manage their high anxiety. Next, they discuss how to tap the brakes on an unreserved rookie without crushing his spirit.Segments in this episodeNaked Below the Waist in Boston - “I am so nervous about presenting to senior management”Fishing for Sponsors: A live, on-air taste test of banana candies from Serbia and Croatia, made possible by our friends at The Exotic Snack GuysLoud and Proud in Savannah - “The new kid is sharp but chimes in early and of...
2024-03-1335 minCubicle ConfidentialForeign to MeIn this episode, Chris and Tim offer advice on collaborating with co-workers from around the globe. The hosts discuss a resource for assessing and developing “cultural competence.” Are you a Gemini? You are if you like great food served in a comfortable, welcoming setting!Segments in this episodeDefending or Offending in St Paul - "How do I help a non-assertive co-worker without playing into a stereotype?”Fishing for Sponsors: Gemini is fabulous American restaurant in Chicago's beautiful and historic Lincoln Park neighborhood. Chris heads there to enjoy a juicy steak or grab a burger while relaxin...
2024-03-0634 minCubicle ConfidentialFood and DrinkTune in to hear Chris and Tim help listeners navigate the sense and sensibility of eating at the office and weigh the risks and rewards of drinking with clients. Is there a new sponsor on the horizon? Only time will tell …Segments in this episodeFlabbergassed in Baltimore - “The new girl is stinking up our office!”Fishing for Sponsors: Freeze-dried crunchy bears? The Exotic Snack Guys scour international marketplaces for unique and limited items! Check them out at www.ExoticSnackGuys.comThree Sheets to the Wind in Phoenix - “Trying to close a deal with a client t...
2024-02-2832 minCubicle ConfidentialEverybody’s Got One …How do you deal with a little old lady who happens to be a liar and a slacker and a favorite of the owner? Can you advance as the nice guy at a firm full of cut-throat alphas? In this episode Chris and Tim share advice for dealing with office a-holes.Segments in this episodeSweet Old Lady My Ass in Omaha - “She’s a total jerk but the owners love her!”Nice Guys Don’t Even Get in the Race in Boston - “I need to be an asshole to get promoted?”The Gist: “5 Proven Tactics F...
2024-02-2132 minCubicle ConfidentialBack to the GrindThis week Chris and Tim give tips on starting a job search and navigating changes to the work from home policy. We also talk through some practical advice for a smooth re-entry after a vacation.Segments in this episodeFrozen in Place in Pasadena - “I’m done with my job but can’t get past my fear of leaving!”Tag, I’m IT in Wichita - “Help! My office is about to end our work-from-home policy.”The Gist: “Going Back To Work After A Vacation: 5 Tips” by Beth Braccio HeringWe want to hear about the drama, t...
2024-02-1431 minCubicle ConfidentialSour GripesIn this episode we wade into the waters of the grumps, the grumblers, the bellyachers and malcontents. Chris and Tim offer advice on dealing with whining in the workplace and share takeaways from an article on dealing with chronic complainers.Segments in this episodeFlabbergast In Fremont … "OMG, my new staff person just asked for an easier assignment!”STFU in Jeff City - "My neighbor in the office complains about everything and everyone!"The Gist: “6 Ways To Deal With Chronic Complainers” by Gwen MoranWe want to hear about the drama, the dilemmas, and the conundru...
2024-02-0730 minCubicle ConfidentialReady, Aim … MisfireThis week we hear from listeners struggling to toe the company line when they have reservations about the products they’re asked to sell. Tune in to hear Chris and Tim discuss navigating company misfires and reflect on some epic marketing fails.Segments in this episodeElectrifying Bad in White Plains … “Our dealership just got the new EV and it sucks!”No Tips if you Do, No Job if you Don’t in Geneva “What if our lunch special isn’t so special?”RIP: New Coke and the American Airlines AAirpassWe want to hear about the drama...
2024-01-3131 minCubicle ConfidentialLessons in Strategery, Part 2Tune in to hear Chris and Tim discuss “Lessons in Strategery Part Two.” You’ll understand the title when you hear the podcast.These next two weeks will be a little different here at Cubicle Confidential. Tim McClure, the owner of Blue Oak Consulting LLC will be the substitute co-host with Chris De Santis while Mary wraps up a very busy year at her firm Careerstone Group.While Mary will be missed, all is not lost. We’re going to take this opportunity to learn about strategy, a topic Chris find interesting but knows litt...
2024-01-1033 minCubicle ConfidentialLessons in Strategery, Part 1These next two weeks will be a little different here at Cubicle Confidential. Tim McClure, the owner of Blue Oak Consulting LLC will be the substitute co-host with Chris De Santis while Mary wraps up a very busy year at her firm Careerstone Group.While Mary will be missed, all is not lost. We’re going to take this opportunity to learn about strategy, a topic Chris find interesting but knows little about it, luckily Tim does, and he’s got stories to prove it.Tune in to hear Chris and Tim discuss “Lessons in Strateg...
2024-01-0333 minThe Fire Time PodcastJill McClure - Leading with Clarity and PurposeOne of the hardest things in business is taking over an existing team or organization. How do you inspire people to move into a new direction without tearing down the good things that have come before you?In today’s episode, Tim sits town with Jill McClure, the new CEO of the Hearth, Patio & BBQ Association (HPBA) to talk about how to lead change with clarity and purpose. In this conversation you’ll learn:
Why empathy needs to comes first if you want to inspire the people you lead
How leaders can harness thei...
2023-11-0756 min
Healing Centered ConversationsEpisode 30: How to Leverage Technology, Creativity, and Relationships as a School Psychologist with Tim McIvorShow NotesIn this episode, we discuss the profession of school psychology, business, and entrepreneurship. Tim shares how School Psychologists can integrate technology into practice. He also shares the importance of building relationships in our field. About Tim McIvorTim McIvor is a practicing School Psychologist and Founder of popular website for School Psychologists, SchoolPsych.com.Guest detailsName: Tim McIvorTitle: School PsychologistWebsite
2022-12-0732 minCubicle ConfidentialLife and Death at WorkLife and death at work is life and death in life. Yet, all too often the workplace doesn’t address the reality of the human experience. This week’s episode addresses several questions that arise from the circle of life.Silently Saddened in Oklahoma is saddened by the sudden death of one of her co-workers. Nobody at the company seems to want to talk about or acknowledge it. Is there something that she can do to honor the deceased colleague?Paying it Forward in Eau Claire wants to donate a kidney to h...
2022-10-1933 minCubicle ConfidentialOn the Road AgainTravel today sucks. And sadly, so do many of our fellow travelers. In this episode, Mary and Chris share their favorite travel tips, biggest pet peeves, and also make time to answer listeners’ questions about how to have an expeditious and stress-free experience on the road.But the big question is this: do you recline your seat when you fly?Missing Miss Manners in Memphis wants to know how best to handle rude seatmates or other passengers who are loud, rude, or encroaching into her space. Down on the Farm in...
2022-10-1232 minCubicle ConfidentialQuiet QuittingIs Quiet Quitting a real thing? And what does it really mean? Is it a call to action or just an excuse to be a slacker? Is it media hype and should organizations be concerned? In this episode, Mary and Chris attempt to separate hype from reality.I Call Bulls**t in Baltimore thinks “quiet quitting” is just an excuse to be a slacker. Is he right? Man In the Middle in Milwaukee worries that his company’s fears about quiet quitting is driving their decision to begin using digital tracking softwar...
2022-10-0534 minCubicle ConfidentialPromotion Demotion: When Good Promotions Go BadThis week’s episode is all about promotions. Or, rather, when good promotions go bad. We call this “Promotion Demotion.” What if you don’t want to be promoted? Or if you do get promoted and then realize, that “yikes!” it isn’t the gravy train that you thought it would be? Or, if someone gets promoted that you don’t think deserves it. What to do? What to do?Too Much Too Soon in Trenton got what they asked for—a promotion! And now they have cold feet. Suddenly they must manage their former peers—and nobody h...
2022-09-2833 minCubicle ConfidentialAuthentic AuthenticityAuthenticity is a huge buzzword in today’s workplace. Leaders are encouraged to be more authentic by being more vulnerable and transparent. Employees want to be able to bring their full true selves to work. But what does it really mean to be authentic? According to Webster's, Authenticity is about “being true to one’s own spirit or character.” But does that mean that we are the exact same person in every situation? How much authenticity is too much? What if being authentic feels risky? In this episode, Mary and Chris tackle what it means to be true to yourself...
2022-09-2135 minCubicle ConfidentialAuthentic AuthenticityAuthenticity is a huge buzzword in today’s workplace. Leaders are encouraged to be more authentic by being more vulnerable and transparent. Employees want to be able to bring their full true selves to work. But what does it really mean to be authentic? According to Webster's, Authenticity is about “being true to one’s own spirit or character.” But does that mean that we are the exact same person in every situation? How much authenticity is too much? What if being authentic feels risky? In this episode, Mary and Chris tackle what it means to be true to yourself...
2022-09-2133 minCubicle ConfidentialIt's Not Me, It's YOU!Let’s be honest—sometimes other people are just a pain in the a**. In this week’s show, Mary and Chris address a myriad of listeners’ challenges in navigating difficult colleagues and situations. Feeling Like a Highschooler in Scottsdale is being iced out by her colleagues. They treat her like an outcast. Is there any way she can turn this situation around? Should she tell her supervisor? Confront the mean girls? Or just call it a day?Happy to See You in Hoboken is trying to convince her colleagues that hiring fo...
2022-09-1434 minCubicle ConfidentialTell Me More...Tell Me More…Listeners write in to learn more about topics such as self-promotion, managing up, and the merits of a four-day work week. Bewildered in Boulder disagreed with our recommendation to include a professional headshot-type photo in one’s LinkedIn profile. She thinks that including a photo just opens one up to wants to bias and judgment. Mary and Chris stand by their recommendation—and more importantly, they explain their reasoning... Two Heads Are NOT Better than One in Omaha has two bosses who are opposites. How does...
2022-09-0731 minCubicle ConfidentialSetting Boundaries (Is That a Real Thing?)Setting BoundariesWhat does it mean to set boundaries in our professional and/or personal lives? Are boundaries rules for others or rules for you? How do you even begin to know what your boundaries are? In this spirited discussion, Chris and Mary help listeners learn how to determine and set boundaries. Even in difficult situations….Making it Happen in Michigan is starting a new job—how does she begin to set boundaries with her new boss and team? Working for a Workaholic in Washington has a boss...
2022-08-3136 minCubicle ConfidentialFor Arguments SakeThe ability to engage in “healthy” conflict at work is essential for promoting and encouraging diverse viewpoints. But how much conflict is too much? And what if your team doesn’t ever disagree with each other? Is that just as bad? In this episode, Chris De Santis and Mary Abbajay tackle listeners' questions about how to disagree without being disagreeable… Put a Lid on It in New Hampshire has an employee who likes to argue about everything with everyone. His constant contentiousness and criticisms are driving his boss and his coworkers crazy. What can be done? How...
2022-08-2434 minCubicle ConfidentialFriends With Benefits?Research repeatedly shows that having friends at work can boost employee engagement, productivity, and happiness. In a recent study, most people say having a best friend at work makes work more enjoyable. We see coworkers nearly every day, collaborate with them on important projects, maybe even share inside jokes about our boss—but do we consider these people friends? Should we? In this episode, Mary & Chris answer listeners’ questions about navigating workplace friendships.Alone But Not Lonely in Louisiana wonders why she needs to have work friends. She’d much rather stay in her rem...
2022-08-1734 minCubicle ConfidentialYou Can't Say That Anymore!Are you using common words and phrases that are now considered socially inappropriate? Culturally appropriated or insensitive? Derogatory? Overly gendered? Non-inclusive? Or just annoying and overused? If so, you are not alone. In this episode, Mary and Chris explore words and phrases that are now deemed problematic.We’d love to tell you what they are, but we don’t want to get in trouble with the language police, so you’ll have to listen to learn what is acceptable and what isn’t in today’s enlightened and more inclusive world. Don’t say that we didn’t warn...
2022-08-1032 min
Lancaster ConnectsFighting Homelessness in Lancaster With Tim Keller & Donna Giovingo: Episode 58Tim Keller, C.E.O of H.K. Keller and Donna Giovingo, realtor for Berkshire Hathaway HS Homesale Reality will share an upcoming benefit event that is put together by the LCAR (Lancaster County Associations of Realtors) on September 20th, 2022. This will be its 34th Annual Event.The event is to support the Transitional Living Center, a project of TenFold in Lancaster. With 80 years of collective expertise, TenFold will continue to serve as a trusted community partner offering a broader continuum of services to address homelessness to affordable rental housing to homeownership, and the...
2022-08-0852 minCubicle ConfidentialThe Worst Advice EverAdvice is cheap. And sometimes bad. In this episode, Mary and Chris try to help listeners sort through good advice and bad advice. And one listener writes back to take us to task about our advice! Damned if You Do in Dubuque took advice from a mentor that backfired. The problem? The male advice giver didn’t consider how his advice to his female protege would play into a gender-biased workplace. While his advice may have worked well for a man, for a woman, not so much.Their Way...
2022-08-0337 minCubicle ConfidentialRecognition Misfires: When Good Praise Goes BadThis week’s show is all about recognition, praise, and appreciation. Or rather, when recognition and praise go astray. Have you ever given a gift that was misinterpreted? Or have a piece of praise misfire? Tune in to learn strategies to align your recognition strategies to those being recognized!Yay For Me in Detroit wants to know if it is okay to nominate oneself for an award? Or should she just hope that someone else does it for her....Treats Not the Trick in Topeka gave an employee a gift that ba...
2022-07-2731 minCubicle ConfidentialLIar, Liar, Pants on FireHow honest are you? While you might like to think you’re an honest person, statistically speaking we are all liars. Researchers estimate the average person lies a minimum of once to twice per day. But when do those little “white lies” become problematic? In this week’s episode, Chris and Mary explore listeners’ concerns about lying, cheating, and stealing at work!Mum’s the Word in Maryland suspects that one of their employees is handing in fake expense receipts. The problem? The employee in question happens to be the granddaughter of the owner. Yikes! Think...
2022-07-2030 minCubicle ConfidentialChange Is In The Air...Or is it?While there may be nothing constant in this world, except change—it doesn’t mean that organizations are good at creating change. In fact, research shows that organizational leaders are getting worse at implanting successful change and not better. So where does that leave those of us who must navigate change and transition in the workplace? Flummoxed in Philadelphia is a new manager who has been tasked with “cleaning up” the culture of their department. Is it possible to change the culture? Is so, where does one begin?Can’t Take the Complaining...
2022-07-1333 minCubicle ConfidentialPut ‘Er There, Partner!This episode marks the first anniversary of Cubicle Confidential! So, in honor of this celebratory “podiversay” event, Mary & Chris answer listeners’ questions about—you guessed it—partnerships!Am I Being Cheesy or Whiny in Washington wants to know if it is a good idea to open a wine and cheese shop with their best friend? Is this a good idea or recipe for disaster?Until D&I do We Part in Pittsburgh has learned that their consulting business partner is cheating on them. And by cheating, we mean that their part...
2022-07-0634 minCubicle ConfidentialIf It Bleeds, It LeadsHow susceptible are you to clickbait? Are you a sucker for catchy headlines? In this special episode, Chris DeSantis quizzes Mary on real and fake headlines. Tune in and play along! Show us your love! Please give us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. We’re here to help you succeed! Send us your workplace dilemmas or career questions. Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...Thanks for listening! Connect with us on LinkedIn!
2022-06-2933 minCubicle ConfidentialI Know You Are but What Am I? The Opinion of OthersHow important is the opinion of others? Do you care what other people think of you at work? Should you? What is the balance between caring and not caring? In this episode, Mary and Chris take a deep dive with listeners who are struggling with what others think of them…Baby Faced in Baltimore is a seasoned professional who looks way younger than they are and thus people don’t give her the respect she is due. People assume she is too young to know what she is doing. It’s a nice problem to have...
2022-06-2233 minCubicle ConfidentialJob Hopping, Moonlighting, & Hiring RemorseHave you ever left a job for a shiny new one, only to discover, that--oops--it was a bad fit? Have you ever been tempted to double-dip on jobs? Or have you ever hired someone and uh-oh it may have been a mistake? If so, this episode tackles these pesky job-hopping dilemmas!Miss Match in Michigan is concerned that a new hire doesn’t have what it takes to succeed in their role. So, Miss Match wonders if they should continue to give this person a shot, or just call it a day. Our question to Mi...
2022-06-1532 minCubicle ConfidentialMy Boss is a Ghost (and Other Tales of Woe)Ghosts, Wimps, and Implusives, oh my! Have you ever dealt with a boss or colleague who ghosts you? Or a boss who is so wishy-washy that you want to pull your hair out? Or how about the boss or co-worker who is always changing their minds or chasing shiny objects? If so, this episode was made for you. Chris and Mary hear from listeners who need their help dealing with these difficult dynamics. Ghosted in Galveston is frustrated by her ghost boss. He’s never around when she needs him, and it is beginning to imp...
2022-06-0829 minCubicle ConfidentialNo Balls, No Babies: Women in LeadershipDespite tremendous gains made by women in the workforce, women still face many structural and personal barriers to success—especially in leadership roles. In this episode, Mary and Chris hear from several female listeners who are struggling with gender and leadership issues and expectations. Raising the Roof in Tulsa is up for promotion to District Manager. She is also the only woman at the management level. Even though her district outperforms her peers, her boss told her she needs to make a more “compelling case” to win the promotion. WTF???Woman on the Ver...
2022-06-0134 minCubicle ConfidentialIn the Age of Ageism: Too Young, Too Old, or Just RightLet’s be honest. The workplace can be very ageist. Very ageist. Being seen as “too young” or “too old” can stymie your career. How do you manage perceptions that you are “over” qualified or that you don’t have enough experience based on your age? In this episode, Mary and Chris provide advice to listeners who are dealing with ageist perceptions and perspectives.Gambling with My Future in Vegas keeps being told that they are “overqualified” for jobs. How do they neutralize this perception?Big in Bedford Heights is NOT happy that her new m...
2022-05-2532 minCubicle ConfidentialYou’re Wearing That? Dis-Dressed for SuccessAfter two years of wearing our dress shirts with pajama bottoms, it’s time to dress up for work again. Which for many of us, means the reappearance of the fashion crisis. Just exactly what does “business casual” really mean? And can I still wear my yoga pants to work?In this week’s show, Chris De Santis and Mary Abbajay help listeners navigate the new rules of office dress-up. Hint: the days of mullet dressing are over…Dapper in Delaware wonders if he is just a bit too well dressed for the office. Sho...
2022-05-1832 minCubicle ConfidentialThanks for the Feedback...Not!Does anyone enjoy having to give or receive difficult or “constructive” feedback? Hearing that you are not hitting the mark is never fun. Nor is it enjoyable to be the person who must burst the bubble. Yet, without feedback, it’s hard to know how to adjust one’s performance and behavior. This week’s episode addresses listeners' challenges with giving or receiving feedback. Not Dressed for Success in Sausalito wants to know how to tell their employees that their professional attire is, well, not professional. How does he tell them to improve their appearance?
2022-05-1132 minCubicle ConfidentialWho's Ready to go Back to the Office?Apparently, not everyone is excited to return to the physical office. This week’s episode hears from listeners who are less than thrilled at the prospect of going back to the office. The Party’s Over in Pensacola does NOT want to go back to the physical office. In fact, they dread it. How can they convince their employer to let them stay remote?Boston Yank in Spanx gained a lot of weight during the pandemic, and now he fears being the subject of ridicule and mockery when he returns. How can he...
2022-05-0429 minCubicle ConfidentialWhy I Find You Irritating: Navigating Generational Friction at WorkDo generational differences at work have you perplexed? Annoyed? Confused? Do you look at other generations at work and think to yourself WTF? Well, Chris De Santis is here to help! In honor of his newly published book Why I Find You Irritating: Navigating Generational Friction at Work, Chris and Mary answer questions from multiple generations about how to deal with each other.Ants in My Pants in Ann Arbor wants to turn down a promotion in order to travel the world. After 4 years in the workforce, they feel they need a break. W...
2022-04-2733 minCubicle ConfidentialThe Brand of You: How to Build an Authentic Personal Brand & ReputationHow important is having a personal brand for career success? What’s the difference between your brand and your reputation? How do you know if your brand is working for you? What letter comes after X in the alphabet? Chris and Mary lay out the do’s and don’ts of creating an effective personal brand to ensure a positive reputation. Young and Virtual in Vermont wonders how to build a personal brand in an entry-level position?Building My Brand in Buffalo is concerned that a polished and professional brand will make him/her/them see...
2022-04-2033 minCubicle ConfidentialAnd the Survey Says....In this special episode, Chris and Mary share listeners’ thoughts and LinkedIn poll results on various workplace and career topics. Check out this episode to learn you and other listeners think about Pay Transparency, Introversion and Extroversion, Family Leave, Big Ideas, Workplace Appreciation, Micromanagers, and other topics!Show us your love! Please give us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. We’re here to help you succeed! Send us your workplace dilemmas or career questions. Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and i...
2022-04-1331 minCubicle ConfidentialCan I Pick Your Brain? The Art of Asking for FavorsWhen it comes to favors, are you a giver or a taker? Do you make it easy for people to say yes to favors? Do you reciprocate? Are you tired of people asking you for favors? If so, this episode is for you. Chris and Mary give out some tough love on the art of asking for and receiving favors. Don’t break your favor bank!Unimpressed with the Unprepared in L.A. has a big problem with people asking to meet with him to “pick his brain” and then these people show up late and un...
2022-04-0631 minCubicle ConfidentialShould I Speak Up or Shut Up? Dealing with Annoying ColleaguesHow do you annoy me? Let me count the ways! In this episode, Mary and Chris address listeners’ complaints about their annoying co-workers. When dealing with bothersome behaviors in others, should we speak up, shut up, or suck it up?Pompous Panelist in Pasadena wants to know how to deal with a fellow panelist who is obnoxious, pompous, and overly self-promoting. Should they say something? How can they hold their own with an air hog?Should I Say Something in St. Louis can’t help but notice that her husband is well...
2022-03-3031 minCubicle ConfidentialWhere Did My Mojo Go? Tips to Get & Stay MotivatedHave you ever lost your mojo? Has two years of remote work left you feeling unmotivated and unconnected? Are you trying to get back in the groove? If so, you are not alone! This week’s episode answers listeners’ questions about how to get and stay motivated. In other words, how to get your groove back.Rudderless in Raleigh has lost her mojo. Is it her? Is it her Job? Or is it just this &#$#@ never-ending pandemic?Just Plain Stumped in Jackson manages a remote team that seems to be out of j...
2022-03-2334 minCubicle ConfidentialWhy Can't We Be Friends? Navigating Workplace FriendshipsWorkplace friendships are the topic of this week’s show. The workplace is a social system--but does that mean that we HAVE to be friends with the people we work with? How much friendship is too much friendship? How much friendliness is too little? Is it okay to be best friends with your boss? Mary and Chris help both the friendless and overly friendly navigate this tricky landscape.Friendless and Fabulous in Fremont doesn’t want to be friends with their co-workers. Is it wrong to not pursue workplace friendships? Does it make her a Grin...
2022-03-1633 minCubicle ConfidentialWhat's The Big Idea? How to Get Others to Love Your Ideas!Are you an idea person or are you an idea implementer? How can you get others to buy into your ideas? In this episode, Mary and Chris offer strategies to get your great ideas heard and implemented! Bewitched in Boulder loves (his) big ideas. The problem? He doesn’t like to implement them. Is there a way that he can job craft himself out of implementation?Workplace Newbie in Wisconsin can’t get her “older” managers to buy into her new work ideas. How can she get her ideas “heard” by senior folks...
2022-03-0931 minCubicle ConfidentialIntroverts Are Humans Too: Tips for Working With OppositesIn this episode, Mary and Chris help introverts and extroverts cross the great divide of communication and collaboration. Talk to Me in Tallahassee is frustrated by their introverted colleague--who just doesn’t seem to communicate enough. Need My Space in Needham dreads having to return to the physical workplace because of the dreaded “open space” office plan. Introverted in Indiana has been told that they must “get over” their introversion to be a good boss. WTF???Show us your love! Please give us a review wherever you l...
2022-03-0233 minCubicle ConfidentialShow Me the MoneyLet’s talk about money. In this episode, Mary Abbajay & Chris DeSantis discuss why talking about money is so taboo and they answer listeners’ questions about how to get paid. If you want your work to show you the money, then this episode is for you. Exhausted in El Paso is frustrated because they are being paid less than their colleagues--how can they get what they are worth? Is this an example of gender pay disparity? First Time Raise in Racine asks for advice on how to ask for her fir...
2022-02-2333 minCubicle ConfidentialThe Family Circus: How to Balance Career and KidsIt’s hard out there for working parents--especially for working mothers. Mary Abbajay and Chris DeSantis tackle listeners' questions about balancing the duties of parenthood with career goals. "Bundle of Nerves" wants to know when the right time is to tell her boss that she is pregnant. "Kid Proof" is annoyed that their boss’ kid is constantly derailing team meetings. "Mom’s the Word" struggles with the uneven playing field at work between working mothers and working fathers. Chris DeSantis recommends these books to help working parents:Unfinished Business: Women Men...
2022-02-1630 minCubicle ConfidentialCan I Get a Thank You? Overworked and UnderappreciatedIn this week’s show, Mary Abbajay and Chris De Santis address listeners’ questions around overblown expectations and dehumanizing work. Flaming Out worries about unrealistic expectations once they return to the physical office. Big Brother is Watching is creeped out by the fact that their employer uses spyware to monitor them. Dumping is Not Delegating is miffed about doing their boss’s work. If you are tired of feeling like a cog, this episode is for you.If you have workplace dilemmas or career questions, send them to us! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All nam...
2022-02-0931 minCubicle ConfidentialCubicle Confidential: Live with the Lawyers of the Legal Counsel for Leadership DiversityIn this special episode, Cubicle Confidential goes live to answer workplace questions from a bunch of lawyers! The Legal Counsel for Leadership Diversity invited Mary Abbajay & Chris De Santis to provide workplace and career advice to lawyers while playing the “Hybrid” workplace drinking game. What could go wrong?If you have workplace dilemmas or career questions, send them to us! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...Thanks for listening! Connect with us on LinkedIn!
2022-02-0255 minCubicle ConfidentialDid You Really Just Ask Me That? How to Handle Inappropriate Questions at WorkBoundaries, boundaries, boundaries! This week’s episode tackles tricky sensitive situations at work. What to do if…You are asked to be a sperm donor for a colleague…Your employee leaves you a pamphlet on “gay conversion therapy”…Your boss is trying to set you up with their niece…What to do, what to do, what to do? What would YOU do?If you have workplace dilemmas or career questions, send them to us! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...
2022-01-2630 minCubicle ConfidentialE is for Entrepreneurship: Do I have what it takes to start my own business?Have you ever wanted to start your own business? Are you ready to be your own boss? Are you trying to decide whether to go it alone or have a business partner? And, really, is it a bad idea to go into business with a family member? In this episode, Mary and Chris share their combined 56 years of entrepreneurship to answer listeners’ questions about starting their own businesses. Seeking Autonomy in Austin wonders if she’s got what it takes to succeed on her own.Pondering Partnership in Pittsburgh is torn about whether to take on a business partn...
2022-01-1932 minCubicle ConfidentialDo I Belong Here? The Agony of Being an OutsiderHave you ever felt like you didn’t belong? Like you were an outsider looking in? In this episode, Mary and Chris answer questions from listeners who feel rejected or left out. A young woman in Milwaukee feels ostracized from her childhood friends after landing an impressive corporate job. An experienced accounting professional in Durham has to play second fiddle to colleagues who are deemed “high potential” employees. And a first-year Associate in Boston finds herself the only person of diverse origins in a very white waspy law firm…Warning: This epis...
2022-01-1232 minCubicle ConfidentialChange is in the Air: New & Improved In The New YearWelcome to Season Two! In this episode, Chris and Mary tackle questions from listeners who want to improve their career prospects in the New Year. “Underutilized in Urbana” wants to know how to regain their favored role and responsibilities after a corporate reorganization. “There’s A New Sherriff in Towson” is a new manager and wants to hold his underperforming team accountable. “Looking Ahead in Loudon” wants her company to put up or shut up. Special offer: The first five people who email or tweet us, receive a free autographed copy of...
2022-01-0532 minCubicle ConfidentialThe Workplace Etiquette Battle RoyaleChris and Mary challenge each other on their knowledge of workplace etiquette. Who will win?They try to stump each other in areas such as declining requests, business meals, elevator etiquette, office gifts, exchanging business cards, making introductions, and much more! It’s the workplace Etiquette Battle Royale. Join us to test and hone your workplace etiquette.If you have workplace dilemmas or career questions, send them to us! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...Tha...
2021-12-2930 minCubicle ConfidentialCubicle Confidential Live at the Non Profit SymposiumIn this special episode of Cubicle Confidential Mary Abbajay and Chris De Santis were invited to answer viewers' questions live at the Non-Profit Symposium sponsored by the Greater Washington Society of CPAs. The audience had questions about creating change, workplace culture, getting promoted, dealing with toxic bosses, and succeeding in a hybrid environment. You can also view the video for this live event here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6rhLBGK44x4&list=PLdzhjBjt3JooXHmnHQ6M4_HQCcmuduZJ9Enjoy!Thanks for listening! Connect with us on LinkedIn!
2021-12-2238 minCubicle ConfidentialCould you be more annoying? Strategies to deal with difficult colleagues and customersDen Mother in Denver wants to know how to survive a six-week, off-site team engagement without losing her mind. Spare Me in Saratoga is sick of attending office “hell-ebrations” like birthday and gender reveal parties. And Dawn of the Dead in Detroit has an annoying and cantankerous customer that makes her life miserable. Is there a way to deal with annoying customers and colleagues without losing your cool? Mary and Chris say, “yes!” Tune in to hear their strategies on how to handle these pesky people and situations (without killing them or yourself…) If you have workplac...
2021-12-1530 minCubicle ConfidentialPsst…Guess What I Just Heard: When Workplace Gossip Goes BadHave you ever been the subject of workplace gossip? When, if ever, is it okay to share inside information with colleagues? What if I have information that is too juicy to keep to myself? In this episode, Chris and Mary give advice on how to identify the difference between idle chit-chat and gossip. They explore strategies to stay on the right side of workplace gossip. If you have workplace dilemmas or career questions, send them to us! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...
2021-12-0831 minCubicle ConfidentialThe Office Holiday Survival ShowAm I supposed to get my boss a gift? Should I say Merry Christmas or Happy Holidays? Should I bring my spouse to the party? Do I have to attend the office party? What if I got drunk at the last office holiday party? In this week’s special holiday episode, Mary and Chris help listeners navigate the Ho Ho Horrors of office life during the holidays. If you have workplace dilemmas or career questions, send them to us! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the...
2021-12-0132 minCubicle ConfidentialTalking About My Generation: Navigating Generational Friction in the workplaceWhat is the real deal with generational differences at work? In this episode, Chris and Mary tackle the myths and realities of generational clash points. Listeners have questions about navigating a multi-generational workplace. Boomers vs Millennials. Gen Z wants a voice. Who the hell is Gen X?If you have workplace dilemmas or career questions, send them to us! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...Thanks for listening! Connect with us on LinkedIn!
2021-11-2431 minCubicle ConfidentialWe’re not in Kansas Anymore: How to Succeed RemotelyIn this week’s episode, Mary and Chris help out listeners who are grappling with how to succeed in the “new normal.” A hiring manager in Kansas City wonders how he can compete with bigger national firms who are stealing his talent; A copy editor wants to convince her employer to let her stay remote and; A customer care representative feels lonely and isolated.If you have workplace dilemmas or career questions, send them to us! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...Than...
2021-11-1728 minCubicle ConfidentialMy So Called Career: Advice for the Career ConfusedCrafting a satisfying career can be confusing! In this episode, Mary & Chris advise listeners at different career phases. Down and Out feels like a failure. Empty Nest on a Quest is trying to re-enter the workforce. This, That, or Something Else wants to break into show business. Send us your workplace or career dilemmas! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...Thanks for listening! Connect with us on LinkedIn!
2021-11-1030 minCubicle ConfidentialPromotion Motion: How Do I Get Promoted?Are you trying to climb up the corporate food chain? Trying to crack that promotion code? Or are you tired of being passed over for promotions? If so, then this episode is for you!Mary and Chris answer questions on how to power up your promotion prospects. Hint: Just doing your job isn’t enough…Send us your workplace dilemmas! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...Thanks for listening! Connect with us on LinkedIn!
2021-11-0329 minCubicle ConfidentialWill You Be My Mentor?In this episode, Mary and Chris answer questions about mentoring and provide seasoned advice on how to make the most of any mentoring relationship! An old white guy is intimidated by his younger, hipper, and racially diverse mentee. A young tech professional wants to know how to find a mentor. Both listeners want to know how to make their mentoring experiences successful! Send us your workplace dilemmas! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent... Recommended Articles:Men...
2021-10-2731 minCubicle ConfidentialShould I Grit or Should I Quit?In this episode, Chris and Mary help listeners answer the perennial career dilemma: How do you know when it’s time to grit or time quit that job (or that boss)? Wanting it all in Winnipeg wants to know how to grit it out with a toxic boss--until she can get out. Bored in Baton Rouge wants to know if boredom is a good enough reason to quit a job. (Hint, Mary says “yes”, and Chris says “no”). Moving on Up in Minnesota worries about hurting her boss’ feelings and wants to know how to quit without burning bridg...
2021-10-2032 minCubicle ConfidentialMy Boss Sucks: What do I do?Mary and Chris tackle questions on dealing with bad bosses. Conflicted on the Crew wants to know if and how he should intervene on a difficult boss. Recovering in Rhode Island needs advice in dealing with a gaslighter. Tips abound in this episode for navigating difficult and toxic bosses!Send us your workplace dilemmas! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...Thanks for listening! Connect with us on LinkedIn!
2021-10-1332 minCubicle ConfidentialNow Hiring: Job Interviewing Do’s and Don’tsHow much do first impressions matter during a job interview? Do hiring managers rely too much on gut instinct? What kind of interview questions actually matter? And finally, should you lose that man bun?Chris and Mary set both hiring managers and job candidates straight on what works and what doesn’t work for a successful job interview.Send us your workplace dilemmas! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...Thanks for listening! Connect with us on LinkedIn!
2021-10-0633 minCubicle ConfidentialThe Itch to Snitch: Whistleblower or Tattle Tell?Is it ever okay to rat someone out at work? What is the difference between being a whistleblower or a tattle tell? When is it appropriate to report the misdeeds of others? Chris and Mary tackle questions on when, how, and why to throw that colleague under the bus. Send us your workplace dilemmas! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...Thanks for listening! Connect with us on LinkedIn!
2021-09-2929 minCubicle ConfidentialLive to Work or Work to Live?A hiring manager bemoans the lack of passion in candidates. A mother worries about her daughter’s lack of ambition. A recent college graduate questions the pursuit of happiness over the revulsion of the rat race. Mary and Chris answer these questions and more on this week’s episode! Send us your workplace dilemmas! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...Thanks for listening! Connect with us on LinkedIn!
2021-09-2231 minCubicle ConfidentialShameless Self Promotion: The Art of Tooting One’s Own HornAre you comfortable with self-promotion? Can you promote yourself without feeling shame? What’s the difference between confidence and arrogance? How do you self-promote with humility and confidence? What’s the difference between self-promotion and bragging? These tricky questions are front and center in this episode as Chris and Mary help listeners understand the ins and outs of self-promotion. In other words, are you tooting your own horn? And is anyone listening? Send us your workplace dilemmas! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and i...
2021-09-1532 minCubicle ConfidentialHello, My Name Is… Networking Advice for Those Who Hate NetworkingDo you hate networking? Do you feel awkward at networking events? If so, this episode is for you! Chris and Mary answer listeners’ questions about how to work a room, make authentic connections, and avoid common networking etiquette errors. Whether you are an introvert or an extrovert, this episode will help you learn the do’s and don’ts of making a positive impression at your next event.Send us your workplace dilemmas! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...Thanks for listeni...
2021-09-0832 minCubicle ConfidentialI'm Ready for My Close Up: How to Present Like a Pro!Presentation skills take center stage as Chris and Mary take questions on how to become better at presenting and public speaking. You asked and we answered!Pro tips include: overcoming stage fright, connecting with your audience, creating a stage presence, and performing well in a virtual medium. If you want to present with polish and poise--this episode is for you!Send us your workplace dilemmas! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...Thanks for listening! Connect...
2021-09-0134 minCubicle ConfidentialThe Hybrid Workplace: Hope, Hype, or Horror?Is your workplace going hybrid? Does it work? In this timely episode, Mary and Chris tackle two questions on how to successfully navigate and manage a hybrid workplace. Send us your workplace dilemmas! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...Thanks for listening! Connect with us on LinkedIn!
2021-08-2531 minCubicle ConfidentialDo I Amuse You? Perils and Pitfalls of Workplace HumorFunny or not? What kind of humor is off-limits at work? Should the office comedienne can it? What to do when good jokes go bad? Mary and Chris tackle these questions and more as they sort out the do's and don'ts of office humor. And for the record, neither Chris nor Mary think Benny Hill is funny. But Chris likes the Three Stooges. Go figure.Send us your workplace dilemmas! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...Thanks for listening! C...
2021-08-1827 minCubicle ConfidentialDante's 7th Level of Hell: The Agony of Cold Calling & SellingSelling sucks. Mary and Chris bemoan the horrors of cold calling and selling while answering listeners' questions about cold calling and dealing with difficult salespeople.Chris claims he doesn’t have to sell his services. Mary calls B.S. Despite their differences, they explore strategies to be better at selling. Send us your workplace dilemmas! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...Thanks for listening! Connect with us on LinkedIn!
2021-08-1133 minCubicle ConfidentialThe Frog's Dilemma: Am I promoting a jerk?Chris and Mary tackle questions about leading and managing. What is the difference between managers and leaders? Should you promote the brilliant jerk? How do you go from bud to boss? Chris offers brilliant insight and advice on changing behavior and setting expectations. Mary has no tolerance for bosses who lack impulse control. Send us your workplace dilemmas! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...Thanks for listening! Connect with us on LinkedIn!
2021-08-0432 minCubicle ConfidentialI F**ed Up, Now What? How to recover from mistakes at workTo err is human. To mess up at work might put you in the doghouse. Mary and Chris discuss how to recover from mistakes, rebuild your reputation and use your humanity to move on. Chris confesses to a sticky mistake. Mary throws her team under the bus. Send us your workplace dilemmas! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...Thanks for listening! Connect with us on LinkedIn!
2021-07-2830 minCubicle ConfidentialFrom Men to Boys: Navigating a bro culture at workBro culture is under the microscope when Mary and Chris encounter an aspiring employee who has to decide between hanging out with the boys or losing out on a promotion. Mary gives some tough love to a young employee who complains that her boss gave her a bad performance review.Send us your workplace dilemmas! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...Thanks for listening! Connect with us on LinkedIn!
2021-07-2130 minCubicle ConfidentialHollywood Squares from Hell: Help! Our Zoom meetings suck...It’s great to work from home but what do you do when your employees show up as slobs? Mary and Chris shed some light on how to present yourself professionally in virtual meetings. And speaking of virtual meetings, how do you keep your colleagues from hogging the spotlight?Send us your workplace dilemmas! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...Thanks for listening! Connect with us on LinkedIn!
2021-07-1429 minCubicle ConfidentialThis Stinks: How do I tell a co-worker that they smell?Have you ever worked closely with a colleague that’s a tad fragrant? Do you tell them or do you hold your breath for 8 hours? Mary and Chris debate what to do. Meanwhile, when is it okay to tell someone that their face is a problem? Send us your workplace dilemmas! Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...Thanks for listening! Connect with us on LinkedIn!
2021-07-1431 minCubicle ConfidentialMy Boss is Cheating on MeOffice romance is front and center in this episode as Mary and Chris give advice on what to do about a two-timing boss. Meanwhile, what happens when your ex gets the job you wanted? Is it luck or are they sleeping with the boss?Send us your workplace dilemmas: info@cubicleconfidential.com. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...Thanks for listening! Connect with us on LinkedIn!
2021-07-0723 minCubicle ConfidentialWelcome to Cubicle Confidential!Chris DeSantis and Mary Abbajay announce the July 7th launch of Cubicle Confidential: Weekly Advice for the Working Stiff.Thanks for listening! Connect with us on LinkedIn!
2021-06-2302 min
Unleashing the Future of Work (UTFOW)Guide Live B2B Jam Session_ Jennifer McClureGuide Live B2B Jam Session_ Jennifer McClure See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2021-02-2528 min
We're Only HumanMaggie McClure: Learn To Adapt Because There’s No Clear PathMaggie McClure is a singer/songwriter/pianist and one half of the Americana duo The Imaginaries. Her original songs have been placed in TV shows including Cougar Town, The Real World, The Hills, and in movies including A Cowgirl's Story and Christmas in...
2020-08-121h 09
The Scrum PodcastThe Scrum Podcast - Episode 85 - We All Know A Tim McClure in Our LivesEpisode 85: We All Know A Tim McClure in Our LivesThis week’s edition of The Scrum Podcast sees Julian and Tristan discuss the unfortunate back story of Canadian television show BodyBreak, TSN’s Kayla Grey being attacked on Twitter for her opinions by Tim McClure, concerns over sports resuming in Florida, and Colin Kaepernick. Recommended viewing/reading: Kayla Grey’s piece “Where Can We Be Black?”: https://twitter.com/Kayla_Grey/status/1274120629248286730?s=20
2020-06-221h 08
Impact MakersRewire Yourself for Growth with Tim SackettWhen it comes to making an impact, nobody brings the fire like Tim Sackett. Jennifer catches up with her old friend and firebrand who isn’t afraid to say, blog and write what’s on his mind. As outspoken leader in his field with 20 years of top-level HR and talent experience, Tim shares what he’s learned working as a talent and HR wizard. Who is Tim Sackett? And why the heck is he so happy? Jennifer asks Tim a little bit about himself and how he entered the recruiting business through his family. Tim tells Jennifer about memori...
2018-06-071h 00
The YourLIVINGBrand.live showTim McClure On The February 7 2018 YourLIVINGBrand.live ShowOn the February 7th, 2018 episode of the YourLIVINGBrand.live show we speak to Tim McClure about sports marketing and sports licensing. Tim spent 25 years working for some of the top brands and has since become a speaker and a coach telling the story about lessons learned through the highs and the lows of the world of sports. I hope you enjoy the episode.
2018-02-0732 min
Disrupting JapanBeneath the Cherry Blossoms with Dave McClure – 500 StartupsToday we sit down with Dave McClure under the cherry blossoms and talk about startups, funding, failure
Dave has long been involved in Japan and in the startup community here, and in this episode, we talk about the progress Japan has made in the past decade and the changes that still need to be made. We go over what Dave sees as the gaps in the Japan’s venture capital ecosystem and also dispel some of the pervasive myths that have spread throughout Silicon Vally and the entire startup world.
We spend a bit of time diving into what Dave an...
2017-05-0138 min
Spooky SouthcoastMarch 5: Rusty McClure and Coral CastleMarch 5, 2011. New York Times best-selling author Rusty McClure
("Crosley," "Cincinnatus") joins us to discuss Florida's Coral Castle
and the mysterious man who built it, Edward Leedskalnin. How did this
tiny man move these huge rocks? Was there supernatural or alien forces
at work? And how does Ed tie into those titans of 20th century
industry, the Crosley Brothers? Rusty takes us on a fascinating
journey to find those answers.
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