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Oct 22, 2024 • 46min

The Business of Relationships

You’ve most likely been wondering how Ross functions on a daily basis. How does he keep his business and personal life afloat despite his apparent and abundant flaws? Introducing… Becca, Ross’s business manager and wife.In this episode, Ross and Becca open up about their lives living and working together. They dig into the details of how they structure both their personal and professional relationships and go through the pros and cons of their arrangement.You’ll get a close look at who Becca was as a teacher and school principal before shifting careers to managing content creators. More importantly you'll find out if Ross was a “cool kid” in high school when they first started dating. Stay tuned for a breakdown of their shared finances, an ongoing fantasy football rivalry, and some advice on how to transition out of tech sales.
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Oct 15, 2024 • 37min

The Wildest Client Stories You’ve Ever Heard

None of these clients will be getting a friendly gift basket this holiday season. If anything, they should get a restraining order filed against them and a shot of penicillin.In this episode, Ross and Natalie read through the wildest client stories we’ve ever heard. They cover client interfacing going horribly wrong, crazy deal stories, and technical failures resulting in utter embarrassment. Hidden foot cams, threesomes, dengue fever and stool softener are among the various twists and turns these stories take. Stay tuned for some bonus stories about a glass pumpkin addiction and a tampon plumbing disaster.Try Notion for free when you go to https://notion.com/demoted
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Oct 8, 2024 • 47min

Making a First Impression at Work

There’s nothing like the mix of excitement and anxiety when walking into your first day of a new job. Set yourself up for success by starting out on the right foot…you’ll thank yourself later.In this episode, Natalie and Ross reflect on their first days of work in consulting and sales. They give some tips for you to employ when starting a new job that’ll lower your anxiety and help you to be productive right out of the gate. If you’re interested in making a first impression that will scar your image in your coworkers’ minds, we’ll hit you with some absolutely unhinged stunts to pull on your first day.Stay tuned for a behind the scenes discussion of Natalie staring in The Charlie Puth Show, Ross busting a stanky leg on the stage of a crowd of hundreds of people, and Natalie’s decision to laminate her eyebrows.
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Oct 1, 2024 • 42min

Getting Started in Content Creation

According to CNBC, 57% of Gen Z Americans want to become a social media influencer. But, the road to becoming a successful content creator is long and not all glitz and glam.In this episode, Natalie and Ross discuss their social media journeys and highlight the necessary first steps toward building a life of content creation. You’ll hear about how to choose your niche, how to grow a following, and why it’s important to keep testing out new content ideas. They will share an exclusive inside look at the decisions that contributed to the success of their Corporate Bro and Corporate Natalie brands.Stay tuned for an a story of an influencer live streaming a gala dinner, Natalie’s Halloween costume plans, and the newest batch of corporate jargon.
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Sep 24, 2024 • 37min

Taking Performance Enhancers at Work

Performance enhancement shouldn’t only apply to top athletes. Its time we start enhancing the performance of desk-dwelling corporate warriors. Here is how its done.In this episode, Natalie and Ross discuss the various methods, rituals, supplements and substances that may or may not improve your work productivity. Whether by chugging espresso or counting 25 minute pomodoros, everyone can find simple hacks for a daily boost of focus. You’ll also hear a bunch of tricks that are inadvisable to add to your routine such as hiring high school coaches to yell at you at your desk or mix and matching various stimulants. Stay tuned for a story of a weird CEO who needs help with his morning routine, Ross’s love of smelling salts, and why you should never swear at AI.
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Sep 17, 2024 • 41min

True Confessions of Corporate Interns

The life of a corporate intern isn’t supposed to be glamorous but we didn’t expect to hear such shocking stories from our listeners. Buckle up for some rapid-fire Internship confessions!In this episode, Natalie and Ross read confessions that illustrate the dramatic range of experience that young professionals are having while kicking off their careers. You’ll hear stories of drunk interns teleporting bar to bar, interns being framed for embezzling funds, interns sleeping all over the office, and interns using company funds to go to a strip club. Stay tuned for big four consulting career advice, Ross starting mascot brawls, and a friendly reminder to not stick your hand in a grizzly bear exhibit.
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Sep 10, 2024 • 47min

Your Emails Suck: Here’s How To Fix Them

Is there such a thing as the perfect email? The hosts dissect email etiquette, offering do’s and don’ts for professional correspondence. Learn how to craft attention-grabbing subject lines and avoid common pitfalls. They even share a cringe-worthy story of a Gen Z mishap in the office. Discover creative strategies for re-engaging clients and the impact of personal style in emails. With humor and practical tips, this discussion is a must-listen for anyone navigating the corporate email jungle!
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Sep 3, 2024 • 45min

Corporate Hotline: Outrageous Office Behavior

Is your direct report calling you “Baby Daddy”? Or maybe you have a piercing in a not-so-office appropriate place that somehow you now have to tell your boss about. Or perhaps your boss is saying “bust on” in a work setting - regardless, we got you covered.In this episode, Natalie and Ross address some absolutely absurd listener-submitted calls. They may not be licensed or certified to give advice, but thats not stopping them. They provide one listener advice on how to step into their first corporate job after college, and give another listener the best strategy for shifting from an IC to management. Stay tuned for Natalie’s group hiking experience, Venmo stalking, and Ross getting memed by Elon Musk.The Corporate Hotline is open for calls. Please submit your audio message to the submission form in the top right corner of our website. https://demotedpodcast.com
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Aug 27, 2024 • 35min

How to Have Rizz in the Workplace

In this lively discussion, author D Carn, renowned for his insights on social influence, dives into the intriguing concept of 'rizz' in the workplace. The conversation highlights how charisma and approachability can boost career success and the importance of building genuine connections. Hilarious anecdotes about webinar disasters and unexpected wildlife encounters add a comedic twist. D Carn shares unconventional tips to master office charm while navigating the fine line between playful interactions and professional boundaries.
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Aug 20, 2024 • 45min

Should You Go To Business School?

To go to business school or not to go to business school? In this episode, Ross goes in depth about his experience attending Stanford's Graduate School of Business. From why he went back to school at 29 years old, to how an MBA has affected his career. Natalie shares her perspective on the Stanford MBA program as a close outside observer sneaking into classes and attending all their parties and international trips. The two discuss the merits of using business school to career pivot and how to get the most out of the time there if you do decide to go. They also talk about the challenging balance of keeping up with class workloads and a robust social life. Stay tuned for some enhanced corporate icebreakers, a “touchy feely” class, and a listener-submitted story of what happened when a bridesmaid hooked up with the bride’s brother.Start Ritual or add Stress Relief to your subscription today.Go to https://ritual.com/demoted for 25% off.

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