Podcast by Elyssa and Emily
23 June 2025
In this episode, the hosts discuss the significance of summer jobs and how they shape personal and professional growth. They share their first job experiences, the lessons learned, and the importance of balancing work with fun. The conversation also touches on the value of early work experiences, navigating job expectations, and the impact of work crushes. The hosts reflect on their favorite summer jobs and what they hope for their future children regarding work experiences.
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17 June 2025
AI is changing the workplace as we know it, but how should we embrace it without losing our humanity? In this episode, Manisha Dhawan, a leader in digital transformation, offers her expertise on the future of work, the ethics of AI, and the responsibility of both tech companies and employees in this brave new world.
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09 June 2025
Is it really delegation if you just do it yourself? This week, we’re tackling the art of letting go without losing control. We’ll walk through how to delegate with intention, build trust with your team, and stop micromanaging. Plus, we play Would You Delegate or Not? with real workplace scenarios. Spoiler: ordering lunch isn’t as easy as it sounds.
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02 June 2025
A deep dive into the coworkers who are always “busy”… but never actually working.
They’ve always got a meeting, their Slack status is constantly “In Focus Mode,” and yet—somehow—nothing ever gets done. This week, Emily and Elyssa break down the office phenomenon of fake productivity: the people who’ve mastered looking busy while producing zilch. We unpack why this behavior often flies under the radar, how it impacts real performers, and the subtle signs you’re working with a corporate illusionist.
Clock-in for passive-aggressive email drama, buzzword Olympics, and our hot takes on the worst fake-busy habits in the game.
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26 May 2025
It’s bring-your-dog-to-work day—every day. In this episode, we explore the rise of pet-friendly workplaces, from pawternity leave to in-office pup naps. Are pets the ultimate wellness perk or just a fluffy distraction? Let’s talk it out.
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19 May 2025
In this episode, we’re diving into the sun-soaked world of Summer Fridays—the ultimate workplace perk that lets you log off early and live your best life (or at least clean your apartment before your friends show up with a bottle of rosé). We break down the history of Summer Fridays, how they actually impact productivity, and—just like on Summer House—who gets to clock out early, and who’s stuck cleaning up the mess.
Are they a true step toward work-life balance, or just another illusion of flexibility dressed up in office-approved linen? Plus, we reveal our favorite ways to look busy while mentally packing for the Hamptons. So grab a Loverboy, fake a Zoom emergency, and press play on this week’s episode.
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