Corporate Pizza Party

We are back with Part 2 of our conversation with Leah Dillon. If you have not checked out part 1 from last week be sure to do so.

What if building a successful career was more about genuine connections than social media fame? In part 2 Leah she shares her personal journey and expert insights on personal branding in today’s job market. Leah emphasizes the power of meaningful relationships over accumulating followers and frequent pos...

Join us for an engaging chat with Leah Dillon, a tech recruiter, and Linkedin star who brings her unique perspective on the highs and lows of corporate America. Leah's story of multiple layoffs is a far too common one and sets the stage for a broader discussion about the ever-changing job market. Together we unpack the human side of recruitment, the struggle to balance personal connections with corporate goals, and of course wind u...

Today we're shaking things up and trying to have a party that actually helps people. Despite our penchant for poking fun at Linkedin, we are here to give you some real insider info on how to use it to your advantage on the job search. If you are  LinkedIn exec please skip this episode!

Grab your notepads, because we're not holding back on the LinkedIn lowdown. From the often misunderstood LinkedIn Premium to the tactical use of you...

Unlock the secret to standing out in the job hunt without falling prey to common myths about applicant tracking systems. Get ready to laugh at our usual shenanigans, including Mike's love for concise affirmations, we pull back the curtain on the job application process, revealing the do's and don'ts of resume crafting. Farrah, with her diplomatic charm, recounts her hunt for San Francisco's most delectable chocolate croissants, and...

Since mike got caught in the crossfire of social media spats during our pre show prep, This week on Corporate Pizza Party, we let Dan and Farah take the reigns and slice through the unexpected humor that emerges from the serious topic of layoffs at Tesla, garnished with a sprinkle of behind-the-scenes shenanigans and a toast to our would-be guests who left us hanging.

Navigating the job market can feel like trying to win a poker ga...

Ever felt like you're stepping into a high-stakes poker game when you're negotiating your salary? That's where we come in, flipping over the cards to reveal the royal flush of negotiation tactics. On this slice-filled episode of Corporate Pizza Party, we're doling out insider strategies to secure that pay raise, with stories straight from the trenches. 

As we peel back the layers of corporate dynamics, listen in as we dissect the a...

Ever heard of the hidden job market? Or perhaps that 80% of jobs are never publicly posted?  We're here to tell you it's not as cloaked in mystery as some would have you believe. We take a hard look at the fabled "hidden" jobs and deconstruct the myth that's been leading job seekers astray. 

But first it takes us a little bit to get there, the 3 of us were in quite a mood during this late night recording, stick with us as we talk...

Put the Kids to bed because things get weird when The Corporate Pizza Party happens after dark due to some scheduling issues. In this late night session we got a little bit goofy and a little bit unfiltered with some of our opinions we'd like jobseekers to hear. This week it was Mike for a change trying to reign Dan and Farrah in as they got a little raw in regards to upset jobseekers.

We do a lot of talking about ghosting in thi...

This episode, it's all about the dough—salary dough, that is. With our compensation wizard Dan in tow, we slice through the pie of salary negotiation, serving up our own tales and tips from the corporate kitchen. And if you think we're going to sugarcoat it, think again. We're here with that tough love that'll have you navigating the corporate maze like a pro.

This week Dan  had a little run-in with a famous resume writer that got ...

There is a weird energy in the studio today, and it may just be that Mike is in a good mood. So it's time for us to ask if LinkedIn recruiters are undermining their own professional image (or just confirming their lack of one) with their online rollercoaster ride of emotions? It's a race to the bottom on LinkedIn as recruiters compete to become the most hated people on earth and we are here to call them on it!

Why are we still deba...

This week we are diving deep into the world of workplace snafus and the art of bouncing back,  but first, some real talk from Mike the toxic trend of internet trolling, emphasizing the need for empathy and kindness in our online interactions. He will openly tell you he was not in the best state of mind during this recording after a tough few weeks with people online and a battle with Covid, and and we are taking a bold step towards...

Today we are fired up and nobody seems safe, especially User6373836! We are coming for internet trolls, the education industry, and pretty much everyone who got us mad last week.

This episode isn't just a series of workplace anecdotes; we're coming for all the misinformation that infects professional advice across industries. Have you ever been flabbergasted by the unsolicited "wisdom" of internet armchair experts? 

And when the tr...

Nate Kennedy has captivated nearly a million TikTok followers with his insights and high quality videos.  This week he joins us (after standing us up a few weeks ago) to bring  his thoughts and experience to our latest about careers, finances and staying out of some of the social media mess that the 3 of us love to find ourselves in!

This episode gets into the creative process, emphasizing the influence of authentic feedback and st...

This week we are having some fun digging into the  bizarre world of "award-winning" resumes. Imagine taking a bunch of 90's clip art pieces, adding a little bit of colorful flair and walking down the resume red carpet with your size 8 by Helvetica resume.

We're taking a jab at some self proclaimed experts rewarding themselves for their hard work as we continue to beg you to  focus on the the concrete over the cosmetic on your resum...

Ever been stood up by a pizza? We sure have! This week, we're reeling from being stood up by our special guest a few minutes before airtime. 

We decide to dive without a plan into our favorite topic influencer culture. We're talking about Linkedin's metamorphosis, debating the tightrope walk between seeking genuine connections and falling into the engagement trap. Tips fly left and right on maintaining an authentic professional pre...

We are back on our new Tuesday release day! Have you ever wondered how the right  advice can transform your career? Eddiana Rosen (Careers in Review) our special guest and employee relations expert, joins us to talk about her career journey from recruiter to employee relations expert. Eddiana's story is not just about climbing the career ladder; it's a candid reflection of the highs and lows of corporate America, resonating with an...

 Get ready to chuckle as we peel back the layers of the ultimate Linkedin recognition, starting with Mike's huge career announcement this week. We dissect the laughable world of online accolades and endorse the art of taking LinkedIn endorsements with a grain of salt. 

Switching from the virtual badges to the tangible realm of salary negotiation, we tackle the treacherous terrain of one-size-fits-all career advice. Join us as we na...

Are you feeling stifled by a toxic work environment? This week, we're breaking through the corporate smog with Amy Lentz, the social media icon behind Hack Your HR who brings her positive  perspective to our dark world of office politics.

Our conversation shifts from stories of personal growth to hard-hitting advice on handling the kind of supervisors who leave your ethics in jeopardy. With tips on advocating for yourself and a pow...

Are office pizza parties enough to keep your corporate spirit alive? Let's slice through the absurdity and bite into the reality of workplace culture. Join us as we swap tales about the darker side of office culture. We've seen managerial meltdowns and consolation pizza parties that try to fill the void where a bonus should be. In our latest Corporate Pizza Party episode, we peel off the corporate veneer to share tales from the tre...