Corporate Strategy

193. We could do better

22 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

193. Stupid interview questions

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We roast filler TV, then discover that “stupid” interview questions can reveal real judgment, curiosity and systems thinking. Fast riffs, real sig...

192. The emperor has no clothes!

08 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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...

190. Are we at our peak?

24 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 ar...

189. Interview with a Marine Engineer

17 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A Danish marine engineer joins us to explain the real work behind keeping a cargo ship alive: maintenance rhythms, critical failures, and the calm dis...

188. How To Write Reviews, Give Feedback, And Survive Bad Managers

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We trade Halloween jokes for hard truths about performance reviews: how to log wins, avoid surprise ratings, and argue your case without burning bridg...

187. How To Stop Meetings From Running Your Day

27 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We call out why meetings feel endless and show practical ways to make them shorter, clearer and tied to outcomes. Startup chaos meets enterprise struc...

186. Toxic Workplace Stories

20 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We trade two true stories about toxic leadership: a public shutdown that delayed a release and a “smile less” mandate that drained talent. We brea...

184. How Teams Really Work

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We weigh the trade-offs between startup speed and enterprise stability, and why separation of concerns across product, marketing, sales, security, and...

183. How to Manage Up

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 visib...

181. How to Get Promoted

22 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We tackle the controversial claim that "if career growth matters, 100% remote is a trap," exploring whether physical presence in an office t...

180. The Weight of Corporate Expectations

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bruce and Clark explore the growing expectation for workers to carry more weight, delving into the pressures of increased workloads and the impossibil...

179. Trapped in the Job: Survival Strategies for Corporate Burnout

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The jobs report confirms what many already suspected: employment opportunities are scarce, forcing many professionals to remain in positions they migh...

178. The Grit Factor: Turning Rejection into Success Featuring Alex Restrepo

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss how to prepare for rejection and failure in your professional life, exploring the concept of grit and resilience as essential components of...

177. Navigating Workplace Pay Disparities

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Navigating workplace pay transparency reveals deeper issues with corporate compensation structures that value years of experience over actual performa...

Appreciation Series: Finale

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bruce and Clark explore the concept of "inshittification" – how quality decreases while prices increase across products, services, and exp...

Appreciation Series: Physical Contact

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We explore physical touch as the final appreciation language and discuss its unique challenges in professional settings.• Physical touch in the work...

Appreciation Series: Tangible Gifts

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We explore "Tangible Gifts" as an appreciation language in the workplace, discussing why it ranks as the least chosen language despite compa...

Appreciation Series: Acts of Service

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bruce and Clark continue their workplace appreciation series by exploring Acts of Service, the highest-ranked appreciation language in their poll. The...

Appreciation Series: Quality Time

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We dive into quality time as a workplace appreciation language, exploring how it manifests differently from personal relationships and impacts team dy...

Appreciation Series: Words of Affirmation

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Understanding how people feel appreciated varies significantly between individuals, with five distinct appreciation languages determining what makes t...

Appreciation Series: The Five Languages

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We introduce our new miniseries on the five languages of appreciation in the workplace, exploring how concepts similar to love languages can be adapte...

169. Filler Episode (Do Not Listen!)

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bruce and Clark explore the psychological toll of work invading our dreams, sharing personal experiences with night terrors about professional stress ...

168. "Not My Job"

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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.•...

167. How to Have Uncomfortable Workplace Conversations

09 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bruce and Clark explore the delicate challenge of addressing personal issues like hygiene and verbal habits in professional settings while maintaining...

166. Toe Tales and Career Crossroads

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bruce and Clark explore career development and the physical toll of work while dealing with their own injuries—Bruce recovering from toenail surgery...

165. You're Not Getting Real Training, You're Getting Pizza-Sized Oreos

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Corporate training events seldom hit the mark, but through our collective experiences, we've identified what separates valuable learning from tim...

164. Interviewing for the Job You Need

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Understanding your workplace priorities through the CACC framework helps you evaluate potential employers and find the right fit for your career goals...

163. Bonus Pod: Return of the CACC

07 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We revisit our CACC framework for measuring workplace happiness, breaking down how Culture, Autonomy, Challenge, and Compensation create a personalize...

162. How to Survive Work Events, Long Meetings, and the Pepsi Flood

05 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We explore survival strategies for uncomfortable workplace situations that everyone faces but no one enjoys discussing. From overcrowded parties to en...

161. When to Tell Your Team the Truth

21 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Navigating the delicate balance of when to share sensitive information with your team is one of leadership's greatest challenges. We explore the ...

160. Frozen Jobs, Ghost Jobs

14 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The job market has dramatically shifted from the employee-friendly Great Resignation era to a period of "frozen" and "ghost" jobs ...

159. High Performers: Managing Perception in Corporate Spaces

07 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

High performers often face pushback when they step outside their lane, despite consistently exceeding expectations in their core responsibilities. Man...

158. Well That's Embarassing

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bruce and Clark explore embarrassing workplace moments and reminisce about social media evolution, from MySpace's customization to Facebook'...

157. The Art of Succession

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Succession planning creates a complex challenge when you discover a talented team member lacks the critical skills needed to advance despite their str...

156. LinkedIn Lunacy: Faking it or Making it?

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

LinkedIn has transformed from a professional networking platform into something resembling a bizarre hybrid of Facebook and Twitter where oversharing ...

155. Social Skills at Work

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Social coach Sarah joins us to discuss the art of effective workplace communication and building confidence in professional interactions. We explore h...

154. Politics at Work

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Severance delves into the blurred lines between work and personal identity, engaging with the idea of separating these worlds. Through lively discussi...

153. Chaos Strategy

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Life’s chaos can often spark creativity and reflection, as evidenced by humorous anecdotes about workplace dynamics and personal experiences. This e...

152. We are Writing a Book

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode explores habit stacking and its potential to enhance productivity and life satisfaction. By combining intentional habits with daily routi...

151. Pareto Principle

27 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The episode delves into the frustrations and dynamics of corporate meetings, questioning their effectiveness and proposing strategies for improvement....

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

20 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode explores the challenges of recording a podcast without one of the main hosts, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and teamwork. It...

149. The 2024 Retrospective

14 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode focuses on our biannual retrospective, where we reflect on our podcast's achievements and challenges over the past year. We discuss ...

148. How do You Measure Bureaucracy?

06 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode emphasizes the importance of understanding workplace happiness through a model known as C.A.C.C (Culture, Autonomy, Challenge, Compensati...

147. RAW from MckyD's

01 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered how a greasy McGriddle could spark a conversation about fast-food marketing quirks and starting your own cryptocurrency? Join us as we r...

146. New Year, New Habits

30 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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145. Who Leads the Leaders?

16 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 esc...

144. The AI Episode We Didn't Plan For

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 i...

143. CS RAW (2024)

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

142. We are Grateful (Mostly)

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 f...

JoJo's Corporate Adventure: Golden CACC

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered how a childhood hustle can shape a future in product management? Our special guest Jojo shares nostalgic tales of selling candy and usin...

140. Government at Work

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when a fictional bear named Craig, a dose of macabre humor, and the modern workplace collide? Discover the hilarity in pondering the uniq...

139. Are We Friends?

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered why transitioning from Halloween to Thanksgiving feels like a comedic relay race? Join us as we unpack this festive conundrum with a spr...

Monroe's Story: From Military to Management

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered how the irony of a "meeting-free" day can highlight the quirks of corporate culture? In our latest episode, we have Monroe joi...

137. Dealing with Difficult People

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when nature throws a wrench into our carefully planned schedules? Bruce and Clark return from an unexpected hiatus, sharing personal stor...

136. You Must Choose: Title or Happiness

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered how the creators of iconic 90s cartoons like "Angry Beavers" and "Ren and Stimpy" left such a lasting mark on pop cu...

135. Interview with a Clark

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 throug...

134. Interview with a Bruce

23 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 episo...

133.What is Good Enough?

16 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when an attempted creative podcast edit almost results in a car crash? Get ready for a rollercoaster of laughs and insights as Bruce and ...

132. Maximise Your PTO Strategies

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered what your week would look like if you traded your coffee for perfect teeth? Join us for another vibrant episode of CorporateStrategybiz,...

131. How to Make Safe Spaces

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How does juggling back-to-back interviews while navigating technical chaos sound? Join us in our latest episode of Corporate Strategy, where we ditch ...

130. How Should Leaders Express Themselves?

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered how the day of the week might affect the energy of a podcast recording? Join us as we unveil a fun new game where you can guess our reco...

129. Unpacking Employee/Employer Responsibilities

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered how a golden doodle can brighten up an entire office? Meet Penny, our office mascot whose playful antics never fail to bring a smile to ...

128. Roles and Responsibilities

05 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered how corporate meetings could be both productive and entertaining? Today, we promise a lighthearted yet insightful discussion wh...

127. Remote Work Vs. Promotions

29 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered if borrowing ideas at work is just as common as we think? In a twist that features the hilarious and sudden firing of Craig, we explore ...

126. Redefining Employee Recognition

22 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered how a simple software update could bring entire industries like healthcare, fintech, and aviation to a standstill? Today's episode ...

125. Five Star Review

15 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What if your performance review depended on more than just numbers? In our latest episode of Corporate Strategy, Clark is back from London, full of de...

124: Ten Job Interview Tips

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's Podcast was based on this post. Give Shay a follow if you can! Have you ever felt a mix of joy and envy seeing friends experience someth...

123. Be Productive with AI

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What's it like to record a podcast with an evil twin? Meet Giarc, the mischievous counterpart to our trusty assistant Craig, who turns our studio...

122. Historic Confrontations

09 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever been shocked to find out that something you believed in was a complete fake? We kick off with the bombshell that the legendary Leroy Jen...

121. The Q2 Economy Update w/ Alex Restrepo

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Why does a meal at McDonald's cost $20 when economic indicators suggest everything is fine? Join us as we bring back our capitalist correspondent...

120. Thank You For Being a Friend

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered how bowing to the intricacies of Japanese corporate culture might affect your daily grind? Bruce and I swap stories from the Land of the...

119. We're Back and We Missed You!

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever found yourself chuckling over the quirks of corporate life or scratching your head at the paradox of success? That's precisely where Bruce a...

118. Interview with an Ethical Hacker

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered if your digital fortress can withstand a full-scale cyber siege? Buckle up as Squidboi, our corporate fam discord's virtuoso of vir...

117. Startup vs. Big Corporate

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join the lively banter with your hosts Bruce and Clark as they tackle the tightrope walk of health in the hustle of corporate life. You're not al...

116. Luck v. Hard Work

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever felt like you're navigating a ship through the stormy waves of corporate life? That's where we find ourselves in the latest episode, wi...

115. It's Overwhelming

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chasing fluency in Japanese and Chinese taught me that mastering a language—or any complex skill—is a marathon, not a sprint. This episode peels b...

114: Take a Vacation

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever found yourself nodding along to a friend's tales of misdiagnosed ailments or dietary no-nos? That's where Bruce and I, Clark, kick off ...

113: Office v Remote v Hybrid, The Future is Unclear

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered how ditching your morning espresso could turbocharge your routine? Bruce and Clark, your guides to the maze of corporate strategy and pe...

112: Everything You Need to Know About Being a Manager Feat: Danny Yonkers

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When you step into the shoes of a manager, it's like playing a new position on a familiar field; the game looks entirely different. Join us for a...

111. Making Project Management Productive

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever found yourself reminiscing about those startling back-to-school transformations and longing for a simpler time? Let's embark on a journey th...

110: Mentorship (feat. Alex Restrepo and Sterling Wilson)

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Embark on a journey through the intricate landscape of mentorship as we bring you insights from our very own Alex Restrepo, steadfast champion of capi...

109. A Day in the Life of Clark

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered if your voice has the power to hypnotize? Bruce and I, Clark, certainly did, and we couldn't resist discussing the captiva...

108. A Day in the Life of Bruce

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever found yourself chuckling at the absurdities of airline travel or the tightrope walk of work-life balance? Join us, Bruce and Clark, as we swap ta...

107. Be Better

22 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever questioned the quirky origins of phrases like "cut your teeth"? Prepare to have your mind tickled with linguistic trivia, as we explore...

106. Cracking the C-Suite

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever been called terse in a professional setting? I sure have, and it sparked quite the contemplation about corporate communication and emotional bagg...

105. The Autonomy and Challenge...Challenge

08 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wonder if there's ever a wrong time to chase after new horizons? We kick off with a tale about a peculiar woodchuck that somehow spirals int...

104. 2024 Go Away, CACC is Here to Stay

01 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As Bruce and I, Clark, wrap up the tumultuous journey of 2024, we invite you into our candid conversation where revelations about money's true wo...

103. A Corporate Carol

25 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Amidst the holiday frenzy, have you ever stopped to ponder the delicate dance of managing work stress and personal well-being? As flu season collides ...

102. There's Always Room for Self Improvement

14 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to tackle the question of emotional intelligence and its impact on your work life balance? We come together in this engaging chat to explore eve...

101. Late Stage Capitalism 2: Electric Boogaloo

04 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Linke to documentary mentioned in this ep: https://youtu.be/yjpYzFtxfjU?si=Gi0KpKzfJoEqu_lP Hold on tight because we're about to untangle the co...

100: This Could Have Been an Email... Again

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Who knew emojis could become the language of a podcast? Welcome to our centennial milestone episode of Corporate Strategy podcast, where we've us...

99. Making Meetings Better Part 2 MOAR MEETINGS

20 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered how a weekend recap can turn into a stimulating discussion about trends in artificial intelligence, micromanagement in the workplace, an...

98. Making Meetings Better Part 1

10 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ready for a deep-dive into the mindset of Gen Z employees, AI's role in marketing, and the secret recipe for a collaborative team environment? Th...

97. Consulting

06 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What's the future of jobs in an AI-dominated world? We're diving headfirst into that question, inspired by none other than Elon Musk's ...

96. New Format, No Time

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to challenge the status quo? Discover why tech staff are striking over a return to office, and how unions are playing a crucial role in this shi...

95. Are Certifications Worth It?

23 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Feeling under the weather? Don't worry, so is our co-host, Clark! This episode packs a punch, blending together the unlikely mix of illness, horr...

94. AI in the Driver's Seat: Giving Rise to Robotic Executives

09 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Prepare to have your mind blown as we unravel the untold story of a Polish drinks company that dared to navigate uncharted waters by employing an AI-p...

93. Understanding the World of Unions: With Labor Lawyer Keelin Austin

02 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered about the complexities of labor unions and collective bargaining agreements? In this captivating discussion with Keelin Austin,...

92. More Best Tips To Survive in the Corporate World Part 2: EVEN MORE TIPS!

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever walked into work to find HR at your desk, and wondered if it’s time to update your resume? We've been there too. Welcome back to ...