Despite what anyone thinks, effective businesses aren’t run as a democracy. In order to survive companies need to be nimble and have the ability to pivot in an instant. That means there needs to be a decision maker - someone who assesses a wide range of input and takes action. We sit down with our CEO for 15 minutes each week to get practical business advice so we can advance in our careers. On this episode we address hierarchy at work. Tune in if you want to know why work isn't a democracy... K...
Jan 12, 2018•21 min•Ep. 25
Are you a Slack master? Yes? So you know about the /giphy tool? And that you can edit your last message? Chances are that even if you're well versed in Slack there are messaging habits that can really annoy your coworkers. We sit down with our CEO for 15 minutes each week to get practical business advice so we can advance in our careers. In this episode, we learn what to do if your company uses Slack... Key Takeaways You need to know the culture of the platform in order to use it well. If you ha...
Jan 05, 2018•21 min•Ep. 24
It's the end of the day and you get a terse email. "Thanks for the update. Would've been nice to hear about it in person." Now, you could shut your laptop, head home for the day, and forget about the note. Move on! But passive aggressive emails are often a sign of greater discontentment. So, should you address the email. And if so, how? We sit down with our CEO for 15 minutes each week to get practical business advice so we can advance in our careers. In this episode, we learn what to do if you ...
Dec 29, 2017•22 min•Ep. 23
A flexible work schedule and the option of working from home can do wonders for your productivity and personal happiness. That being said, your home is fraught with potential distractions (Vanderpump Rules, the urge to do laundry, your adorable puppy, etc.). So how can you prove to your company that you will be an effective remote employee? We sit down with our CEO for 15 minutes each week, every week to get practical business advice so we can advance in our careers. In this episode, we learn ho...
Dec 22, 2017•21 min•Ep. 22
Starting a new job is without a doubt, an exciting experience. Before you celebrate too much, understand that the first 90 days are crucial to showing your new employer that they made the right choice. In a way, during those first 90 days, there's a magnifying glass on you. Lucky for you, we sit down with our CEO for 15 minutes each week to get practical business advice so we can advance in our careers. In this episode, we learn what to do in the first 90 days of your new job... Key Takeaways Be...
Dec 15, 2017•18 min•Ep. 21
Congratulations! You got an offer. But before you sign, you should consider asking the right questions. There's crucial information that still needs to be established. Most importantly, this is your opportunity to negotiate and to fully understand your benefits. We sit down with our CEO for 15 minutes each week to get practical business advice so we can advance in our careers. In this episode, we learn how to close the deal... Key Takeaways Know your salary/benefits package before you accept the...
Dec 15, 2017•8 min•Ep. 20
After an interview wraps, you’re not done! If anything, your interview just continues. The hours and days after an interview are crucial. It’s your chance to show the hiring team that you’re serious about the role and willing to go the extra distance. We sit down with our CEO for 15 minutes each week to get practical business advice so we can advance in our careers. In this episode, we learn how to follow up after an interview… Key Takeaways Ask for clarification on their process and your place ...
Dec 15, 2017•18 min•Ep. 19
After an interview wraps, you're not done! If anything, your interview just continues. The hours and days after an interview are crucial. It's your chance to show the hiring team that you're serious about the role and willing to go the extra distance. We sit down with our CEO for 15 minutes each week to get practical business advice so we can advance in our careers. In this episode, we learn how to follow up after an interview... Key Takeaways Skype Interviews: Think about your backdrop: go as p...
Dec 15, 2017•24 min•Ep. 18
You've leveraged a connection, polished your resume, and used an informational interview to find a potential job opportunity. You feel yourself getting one step closer to that dream job. Careful! Don't underestimate the next step. Convincing a recruiter that you deserve an interview, takes perseverance and attention to detail. We sit down with our CEO for 15 minutes each week, every week to get practical business advice so we can advance in our careers. In this episode, we learn how to land an i...
Dec 15, 2017•14 min•Ep. 17
The point of an informational interview is not to get information. Who knew? You also won't be "picking anyone's brain." You're not a bird. In all seriousness, there's a lot of misinformation surrounding informational interviews. As a result, there are a lot of people doing it wrong. What is the goal of an informational interview? What's the right way to ask for someone's time? We sit down with our CEO for 15 minutes each week to get practical business advice so we can advance in our careers. In...
Dec 15, 2017•16 min•Ep. 16
In episode 2 of our How to Land a Job series we analyze the most important piece of paper in your career - the resume. How you come across on your resume can either score you an interview or end the application process. Should you stick the standard format or go with something more creative? How do you show the impact of your work rather than just listing past experience? What's the one thing you NEED to avoid? We sit down with our CEO for 15 minutes each week, every week to get practical busine...
Dec 15, 2017•15 min•Ep. 15
To kickstart our How to Land a Job series, we explore the first step: leveraging a personal connection. A credible reference or a personal introduction will be key during the application process. It sets you apart from the stack of resumes (your competition). Lucky for you, there's a social network that can show you the overlap between your personal network and the job you want. The key is learning how to use it to your advantage. We sit down with our CEO for 15 minutes each week, every week to ...
Dec 15, 2017•17 min•Ep. 14
Holiday parties are a great opportunity for coworkers to celebrate, bond, and be together as people. Despite what some people think it is NOT an opportunity to let loose and get wasted. A holiday party is a social event, but the code of conduct that’s present in the office extends to your work offsite. What should you wear? Should you go to the party with a drink limit in mind? When should you leave? We sit down with our CEO for 15 minutes each week, every week to get practical business advice s...
Dec 08, 2017•31 min•Ep. 13
Vacation is bliss isn’t it? No emails. No coworkers asking for ‘one more thing.’ But before you sign off, you should make sure you prep your team with everything they need. You'd hate for productivity to come to a grinding halt during your absence, right? Or even worse, imagine your beach day being interrupted by a request to access a Google doc. Lucky for you, we sit down with our CEO for 15 minutes each week to get practical business advice so we can advance in our careers. In this episode, we...
Dec 01, 2017•23 min•Ep. 12
Early in your career, it’s difficult to know what industry is right for you. Should you stay in PR? Switch to Marketing? Pursue a law degree?! The options are dizzying and often people end up doing nothing - afraid to make the wrong choice. But we’re here to tell you there is no wrong choice. We sit down with our CEO for 15 minutes each week, every week to get practical business advice so we can advance in our careers. In this episode, we learn what to do if you're confused about what to do with...
Nov 24, 2017•23 min•Ep. 11
Making sure you’re following through on the work you’ve committed to, is not a sign of an asshole boss. That’s just a boss doing their job. But someone who is disrespectful, makes their sloppiness your problem, or doesn’t appreciate the work at hand, is an asshole boss. What can you do if you find yourself working for a person who fits that description? We sit down with our CEO for 15 minutes each week, every week to get practical business advice so we can advance in our careers. In this episode...
Nov 17, 2017•25 min•Ep. 10
You’re in a meeting and a colleague says something offensive. The other people in the room ignore it or laugh it off, but you’re offended. Deeply offended. You’re taken out of the moment and can no longer focus on the task at hand. What’s your next move? And what are the implications of that next move? We sit down with our CEO for 15 minutes each week, every week to get practical business advice so we can advance in our careers. In this episode, we learn what to do if you’re offended by a cowork...
Nov 11, 2017•29 min•Ep. 9
Despite your best intentions, it’s possible that there are a few coworkers who really grind your gears. Offices are an amalgamation of personality types so it’s inevitable that there will be friction. But learning how to deal with those awkward moments of conflict take experience. We sit down with our CEO for 15 minutes each week, every week to get practical business advice so we can advance in our careers. In this episode, we learn what to do if you don’t get along with a colleague... Key Takea...
Nov 03, 2017•21 min•Ep. 7
You’re in a meeting. Maybe it’s a creative brainstorm. And an idea pops into your head. A good one. No, a really good one. Objectively good. But when you say it out loud, the rest of your team gloss over it. This happens a few more times, and suddenly you realize that your opinion doesn’t get the attention it deserves. We sit down with our CEO for 15 minutes each week, every week to get practical business advice so we can advance in our careers. In this episode, we learn what to do if feel like ...
Oct 16, 2017•21 min•Ep. 8
There’s a good chance that you follow your co-workers on Instagram. Every post gives you a glimpse into their personal life (what they do on the weekends, who they’re with, etc.). Many businesses encourage sharing what makes you tick outside of the 9-5. It creates a fun work culture where people feel fulfilled. But is there a limit to what you should share? Will a picture of a drunk night out make your boss think twice before making you lead on a new project? What should you be sharing about you...
Oct 09, 2017•23 min•Ep. 6
Your co-worker of seven years is retiring. There’s a nice get together in the office and a few people are asked to say things about her before she leaves for the day. Suddenly, you feel a lump in your throat and the urge to cry. Should you leave the room? Is vulnerability a bad thing at work? We sit down with our CEO for 15 minutes each week, every week to get practical business advice so we can advance in our careers. In this episode, we learn what to do when you feel like you might cry in the ...
Oct 03, 2017•17 min•Ep. 5
It’s inevitable that one day you’ll screw up at work. Truly, it’s unavoidable. Especially in today’s fast paced work environment. But what you can control is how you handle the fallout. We sit down with our CEO for 15 minutes each week, every week to get practical business advice so we can advance in our careers. In this episode, we learn what to do if you screw up at work... Key Takeaways: Say you’re sorry Focus on fixing the issue Understand what happened - where was the falldown? Consider how...
Oct 03, 2017•22 min•Ep. 4
Let’s say you show up to your first day of a new job and notice your company uses an antiquated version of messenger. You’re a Slack master and think that anything else is a waste of time. But before you barge into your boss’ office to demand a change, something stops you. We sit down with our CEO for 15 minutes each week, every week to get practical business advice so we can advance in our careers. In this episode, we learn what to do if you see a better way… Key Takeaways: Don’t show up to a n...
Oct 03, 2017•21 min•Ep. 3
Making more money would be great, right? Of course. But asking for a raise isn’t easy. If you’re not prepared it can be an awkward interaction with your boss. How do you spring it on them? Will your boss try to lowball you? Your boss might just say, no. We sit down with our CEO for 15 minutes each week, every week to get practical business advice so we can advance in our careers. Join us to find out what to do if you want a raise... Key Takeaways: A promotion doesn’t always come with a raise Don...
Oct 03, 2017•20 min•Ep. 2
You’ve been working diligently and reviews are coming up. You’re interested in a promotion but are unsure how to approach the topic with your boss. When should you ask? What are your talking points? What materials should you prepare for the meeting? What do you do if your boss says no? We sit down with our CEO for 15 minutes each week, every week to get practical business advice so we can advance in our careers. Join us to find out what to do if you want a promotion... Key Takeaways: Don’t sprin...
Oct 03, 2017•23 min•Ep. 1
