Corporate Strategy

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Satirical self-help lovingly shared by two millennial tech industry vets. Engineering, sales, marketing, product management, and custodial services cover it all in 30 minutes or less. Coffee not provided.

  1. 2d ago

    Process That People Actually Use

    We go from horror side quests and Big Corp nostalgia to a practical breakdown of how to build team processes people will actually follow. We share how to map workflows, get buy-in, use tools like Jira for accountability, and turn bottlenecks into data you can use to improve the team. • canceling vacation to avoid getting sick and the reality of being immunocompromised • why horror comedy is hard to nail and why Widows Bay works • the gut-punch of watching an old company get acquired and its sign come down • time off as a tool for rest, focus, and even video game deep dives • building process from a flowchart first, then getting stakeholder approval before implementation • treating process as an ongoing feedback loop, not a one-time rollout • using Jira, Kanban, and strict transitions to make process real and enforceable • piloting new workflows with champions to drive adoption and surface gaps • handling resistance from the old guard and using accountability chains to keep work moving • avoiding process bloat and using process data to justify hires and resources If you want to help out the show, you can. You can join our Patreon right now. In the show notes, whether you're listening or you're watching, there is a link tree that'll get you access to our website, the merch store. But more importantly than that, our Patreon, where you can support the show monetarily and keep it going. If you want to join the conversation, we have a Discord, you can get in there, same place as everywhere else. Support the show Click/Tap HERE for everything Corporate Strategy Elevator Music by Julian Avila Promoted by MrSnooze Don't forget ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ it helps!

    54 min

  2. Jun 8

    The Onboarding Blueprint...McDonalds

    We record from a McDonald’s and use the chaos to talk about a surprisingly serious problem: most companies still onboard people with vibes and tribal knowledge. We lay out what great onboarding looks like, how to survive when you get none, and why networking plus documentation can turn you into a rising star. • Why onboarding sets culture and context fast • The difference between being “thrown in” and being set up to win • A five-day company onboarding model that levels everyone • Teaching the “why, what, how” before role details • Using a one-minute pitch test to drive real learning • Finding your own buddy and building allies • Networking across teams to understand how work connects • Documenting onboarding gaps as immediate value • Volunteering to onboard others to restart your growth • Keeping onboarding current with monthly syncs and lunch and learns Join our Discord and join the conversation. If you want to help support the show and get us more cool features and more outings and things like this, you can do so by joining the Patreon, click the link. Share it with somebody that you think should be helpful. Support the show Click/Tap HERE for everything Corporate Strategy Elevator Music by Julian Avila Promoted by MrSnooze Don't forget ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ it helps!

    55 min

  3. Jun 2

    What If Being Yourself Is The Strategy

    We get brutally honest about “executive presence” and why the best workplace presence usually comes from being more yourself, not less. Along the way we connect authenticity, personal brand, and culture fit to the everyday moments that shape trust, promotions, and how people feel when they work with you.  • why executive presence is really a felt experience  • authenticity as a career advantage people can sense  • why fake it till you make it fails long term  • finding the version of you that feels natural  • culture fit and when a role demands seriousness  • using your uniqueness to build trust and relationships  • a customer support story that nails the difference between scripts and humans  Go to the link in the show notes below. Click on that link and join the Discord.  You can join our Patreon today and support anti-chocate organizations like ours.  Share, share with your friends.  Support the show Click/Tap HERE for everything Corporate Strategy Elevator Music by Julian Avila Promoted by MrSnooze Don't forget ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ it helps!

    54 min

  4. May 26

    Corporate Or Entrepreneur?

    We bounce from spicy comedy to a real gut-check about dread, burnout, and why “stability” feels different than it used to. Then we get practical about corporate careers vs entrepreneurship, including benefits, credibility, risk tolerance, and how to prove a business idea is real without ruining your future. • turning exhaustion, fear, and self-doubt into the “burnout recipe” • why health insurance and retirement planning can outweigh startup hype • the underrated perks of corporate life: mentorship, friendships, and closing the laptop • how resume credibility and company logos still change your options • why entrepreneurship is ownership plus responsibility, not just freedom • validating demand fast with real dollars, not stealth mode fantasies • cash flow reality, contract cycles, and paying for benefits as a small business • traits that fit corporate vs founder life, including dependence and risk tolerance • protecting your side project from non-competes and IP problems You can sign up for our Patreon because we are officially Cashflow Positive. You can find a link to that in the show notes as well. If you’d like to help, share the pod, give to the pod if you can, and join the Discord. Support the show Click/Tap HERE for everything Corporate Strategy Elevator Music by Julian Avila Promoted by MrSnooze Don't forget ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ it helps!

    1h 13m

  5. May 18

    Public Speaking That People Remember

    We catch up on a chaotic launch week, a new company announcement, and the growing noise around AI and tech culture before switching gears into what actually makes a presentation land. We share the practical public speaking and presentation skills we use to keep audiences engaged, stay calm under pressure, and communicate with clarity without sounding rehearsed.  • a fast check-in on work chaos, health, and getting back on the mic  • Michael’s company launch and the promise of agentic AI for reclaiming time  • Palantir’s manifesto and why AI fear-mongering is spreading  • why knowing your audience and goal beats memorizing a script  • setting expectations up front so the room does not derail you  • breathing, intentional movement, and using energy the right way  • storytelling frameworks like the Amazon model, hero’s journey, and what so what now what  • simple slide design, why never to present from Excel, and how to end strong  • Q&A tactics that lead to better questions and better answers  If you're interested in supporting the show, you can do so by clicking on the link. It is a link tree now in every place. If you can't do any of those things, the least you can do is share this episode with your friends. Support the show Click/Tap HERE for everything Corporate Strategy Elevator Music by Julian Avila Promoted by MrSnooze Don't forget ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ it helps!

    1h 8m

  6. May 7

    Your Job Can Change Overnight, So Build A Career That Can Move

    We go from breath-holding chaos to a surprisingly practical conversation about layoffs, AI-driven job shifts, and why people are quitting even when they are not the ones getting cut. We share a simple resume test for AI filters, then get real about identity, fear, and how to stay ready without spiraling on LinkedIn.  • Pasting your resume into Notepad to see what AI and ATS tools actually read  • Why fancy formatting, images, and broken bullets can quietly tank applications  • Using Markdown thinking to make your experience clearer and more machine-readable  • Layoffs plus voluntary exits as a culture and trust signal  • Asking “who does the work now?” after headcount cuts and AI replacements  • Separating personal identity from work identity before a crisis hits  • Talking about value you bring, not just tasks you did at your last company  • ABL as a default habit: always be looking, always be learning  • Researching the market, picking a direction, then learning the missing skills  • Building a savings fund when possible to reduce panic decisions  If you want to connect with us, you can do so by getting in our Discord. You can do that by looking in the podcast show notes. If you're watching on YouTube, you can do us a big favor by like, commenting, and subscribing. If you want to help us out, you can join our Patreon. Support the show Click/Tap HERE for everything Corporate Strategy Elevator Music by Julian Avila Promoted by MrSnooze Don't forget ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ it helps!

    47 min

  7. Apr 27

    AI: It's the thought that counts

    We start with a chaotic live setup and a soda taste test, then tumble into a real health scare that turns into a blunt check on stress, hydration, and the urge to work through everything. From there, we zoom out to AI hype, betting culture, and how companies monetize attention while we argue about what we lose when we stop doing the thinking ourselves.  • the behind-the-scenes reality of going live and messing it up  • trying an Italian cola and why it tastes like older Coke  • a sudden hospital visit for chest pain and what the tests revealed  • dehydration and inactivity as underrated drivers of pain and stress  • a simple hydration routine with electrolytes and water targets  • Allbirds “AI pivot” headlines and why markets reward buzzwords  • what Polymarket is and why betting culture feels everywhere now  • AI that is useful with tight context versus AI that is pure fluff  • the risk of outsourcing research, recall, and judgment to machines  • corporate FOMO tactics from prediction markets to trading cards  • Magic: The Gathering crossovers and how monetization changes fandom  • Exit 8 as a reminder that creativity still matters  If you want to join the Discord, you can do so by going to our Linktree  If you want to help out and make the show better, sign up for our Patreon  Like, share, subscribe  Support the show Click/Tap HERE for everything Corporate Strategy Elevator Music by Julian Avila Promoted by MrSnooze Don't forget ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ it helps!

    1h 7m

  8. Apr 20

    Make your work goals a reality with this one simple trick

    We trade two wild stories from the same week, then use them to get serious about where AI helps and where it absolutely falls apart. We end with a practical playbook for finding time to learn new tools at a nine-to-five and turning that learning into goals your manager will actually support. • Ingrown toenail border removal and why the procedure should not hurt • Discovering an extra nerve ending and why a better doctor changes everything • Getting trapped in an AI phone agent loop while trying to book care • Why broken automation creates real risk and lost trust • Rescuing a baby fawn and the instinct to help before posting • Finding time for upskilling by making it a visible goal • Building an agentic content review workflow for consistency brevity and clarity • Using a contrarian reviewer agent to challenge AI output • Pitching goals with value first time saved and a clear plan • Handling manager pushback by asking why and reframing to outcomes If you have not joined our Discord yet, what the heck is wrong with you? Come on. Come on. What the heck? Get in there. If you really want unfiltered Anthony, there's only one place to get it, and it's on the Patreon. For a dollar a month. You can help us out by going to the Patreon. You can join our community. It's the Discord Corporate Fam. You can buy a t-shirt, a baby onesie, a sticker, a mug. In your podcast provider, you can just hit the little five stars. You don't have to say anything. Just put five stars. Leave a comment on this video. Just leave a comment that says I left a comment on this video and all I got was this stupid shirt. Support the show Click/Tap HERE for everything Corporate Strategy Elevator Music by Julian Avila Promoted by MrSnooze Don't forget ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ it helps!

    55 min
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Satirical self-help lovingly shared by two millennial tech industry vets. Engineering, sales, marketing, product management, and custodial services cover it all in 30 minutes or less. Coffee not provided.

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  • Creator
    The Corporate Strategy Group
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    215
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Corporate Strategy
  • Show Website
    Corporate Strategy