55 episodes
The Lonely Office Glassdoor
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5.0 • 4 Ratings
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If you’ve ever wondered “What should I do if I get laid off?” or “Is it still taboo to talk about politics at work?”—this is a show for you.
Welcome to The Lonely Office: a podcast about the increasingly blurry line between work and life, brought to you by Glassdoor. The stories that inspire our discussions are sourced firsthand from the anonymous conversations happening on the Glassdoor app.
It’s hosted by Matt Sunbulli (serial tech entrepreneur and co-founder of Fishbowl), Aaron Calafato (podcaster, 7 Minute Stories), and Leah Ova (content creator and advertising executive), with special appearances from industry thought leaders and experts.
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Job Bytes: “AI Relief Fund”, UBI, and Hushed Hybrid
TLO cohosts dive into the largest UBI study ever conducted, backed by OpenAI's Sam Altman, exploring its potential as a disaster relief fund for those displaced by AI. The hosts also tackle the evolving workplace dynamics, discussing the rise of 'hushed hybrids,' where employees navigate the balance between office mandates and remote work.
Hosts:
Matt Sunbulli
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunbulli/
https://www.threads.net/@mattsunbulli
https://www.firstdraft.vc
Aaron Calafato
https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/
https://www.aaroncalafato.com/
Leah Ova
https://www.tiktok.com/@leahova
Editorial:
Matt Sunbulli
Brooks Borden
Ken Wendt
Aaron Calafato
Audio:
Ken Wendt
Jan Cruz
Research:
Zaid Safe
Matt Sunbulli -
When Dream Job Meets Nightmare Boss
You did it. You landed your dream job. When all of a sudden, the boss who hired you does a complete 180. This week, ‘Kenya’s’ attentive, supportive boss from her interview has turned into a toxic, micromanaging nightmare.
What do you do when reality is much, much worse than the expectation? And how do you sniff out a ‘bad boss’ in the interview process? Comedian Chanel Ali joins us to talk about surviving bad bosses.
Special Guest:
Chanel Ali
https://www.chanelali.com/
Hosts:
Matt Sunbulli
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunbulli/
https://www.threads.net/@mattsunbulli
https://www.firstdraft.vc
Aaron Calafato
https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/
https://www.aaroncalafato.com/
Leah Ova
https://www.tiktok.com/@leahova
Editorial:
Matt Sunbulli
Brooks Borden
Ken Wendt
Aaron Calafato
Audio:
Ken Wendt
Jan Cruz
Research:
Zaid Safe
Matt Sunbulli -
Returning to Work Post-National Crisis
In the wake of last week's shocking assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump and the ensuing chaos, the nation is grappling with unprecedented uncertainty. How do employees and employers cope with such turmoil? Join the TLO crew as we explore the impact on the workplace and discuss strategies for finding stability and productivity in these challenging times.
Hosts:
Matt Sunbulli
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunbulli/
https://www.threads.net/@mattsunbulli
https://www.firstdraft.vc
Aaron Calafato
https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/
https://www.aaroncalafato.com/
Leah Ova
https://www.tiktok.com/@leahova
Editorial:
Matt Sunbulli
Brooks Borden
Ken Wendt
Aaron Calafato
Audio:
Ken Wendt
Jan Cruz
Research:
Zaid Safe
Matt Sunbulli -
Job Survival Guide: My Boss is Holding Me Back
Sometimes you’ve got a game-changing idea, but your boss says no. This week, ‘Dylan’ ignored direction from his boss and now has the CEO’s attention.
Should you always listen to your boss? Is it worth going over their head? We’ve got advice for everyone whose boss is holding them back.
Hosts:
Matt Sunbulli
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunbulli/
https://www.threads.net/@mattsunbulli
https://www.firstdraft.vc
Aaron Calafato
https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/
https://www.aaroncalafato.com/
Leah Ova
https://www.tiktok.com/@leahova
Editorial:
Matt Sunbulli
Brooks Borden
Ken Wendt
Aaron Calafato
Audio:
Ken Wendt
Jan Cruz
Research:
Zaid Safe
Matt Sunbulli -
Job Search Cringe: Surviving LinkedIn
Scrolling through preachy lectures on LinkedIn can leave us all squirming in our seats. This week, a wholesome moment between ‘David’ and his family quickly turns into a cringey, performative post.
What’s spurring this invasion of cringe on professional networking sites? And who is liking these posts? We dive into the answers on this week’s episode.
Hosts:
Matt Sunbulli
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunbulli/
https://www.threads.net/@mattsunbulli
https://www.firstdraft.vc
Aaron Calafato
https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/
Leah Ova
https://www.tiktok.com/@leahova
Editorial:
Matt Sunbulli
Brooks Borden
Ken Wendt
Aaron Calafato
Audio:
Ken Wendt
Jan Cruz
Research:
Zaid Safe
Matt Sunbulli -
Free Speech Can Get You Fired
At-will employment makes posting about your political beliefs a risky game. This week, ‘Brandon’s’ controversial social media posts led to an HR meeting and ended up getting him fired.
Is it legal? Are your posts covered under the First Amendment? Labor and employment lawyer Chris Collins joins us to talk about free speech and employee protections.
Hosts:
Matt Sunbulli
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunbulli/
https://www.threads.net/@mattsunbulli
https://www.firstdraft.vc
Aaron Calafato
https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/
Leah Ova
https://www.tiktok.com/@leahova
Editorial:
Matt Sunbulli
Brooks Borden
Ken Wendt
Aaron Calafato
Audio:
Ken Wendt
Jan Cruz
Research:
Zaid Safe
Matt Sunbulli