Corporate Pizza Party

The Party is back!  Join us as we pull back the curtain on the world of recruitment. Discover the quirks of applicant tracking systems, the cultural intricacies of hiring practices, and why your resume might have been tossed aside (it's not always what you think!). Farrah shares her eye-opening experiences navigating the recruitment process, while we discuss the tough realities recruiters face daily, from overwhelming applications...

Things get controversial (somehow) and heated this week  as we dig into the bizarre LinkedIn saga of how far a recruiter (because of course they are a recruiter) will go to  defend Elon Musk. 

We tackle the thorny issues of hate speech and content moderation, pondering why extreme views are so prevalent on professional platforms.

And while the episode challenges listeners to consider the broader cultural and political environment ...

Remember that time when you woke up to find your TikTok account gone? Remember us recording a podcast episode where we pretended we knew what was going to happen with TikTok? Together, we navigate the turbulent waters of TikTok's uncertain legal status in the U.S., blending humor and personal anecdotes to reflect on how this ever-evolving landscape shapes us.

Our episode isn't just about personal tales—it's about redefining career...

Remember the time you tried to juggle making the perfect pizza while sticking to those New Year's resolutions? Well, that's the vibe of our latest Corporate Pizza Party episode! We navigate the chaos of resolutions, with Dan teasing us about his secret self-improvement plans and Farrah reminding us of the beauty in life's unpredictability. Meanwhile, Mike is on a mission to conquer YouTube, but not without planning a much-needed f...

We're kicking off 2025 with a bang on Corporate Pizza Party!  This episode promises to entertain as we navigate the exciting predictions for AI's role in  the evolving corporate landscape. Farrah shares her delightful experience at a Japanese-Mexican bakery, sparking a fun conversation about culinary fusions that might surprise you. Meanwhile, Mike reflects on the quirks of holiday cards and the challenges of managing kids' long w...

Matt Parker, a LinkedIn top voice and talent acquisition leader, graces our latest episode of the Corporate Pizza Party Podcast with his seasoned insights into the world of executive search and recruitment. With a track record of scaling companies Matt shares the trials and triumphs of navigating the complex corporate landscape. Plus Mike wanted to get him on the show in person to mention how he makes the best job search video c...

This is not a drill, The Corporate Pizza party is back with a new episode for our one-year anniversary! in true Corporate Pizza Party style, where planning is optional, but laughter is guaranteed. We're thrilled to welcome Jamie Jackson, the Chief Meme Officer behind Humorous Resources and Millennial Misery, as well as co-host of the HR Besties podcast, who brings her unique blend of humor and HR insights to the table.

Jamie share...

*Dear listeners, due to some personal reasons in the Corporate Pizza Party family, we were unable to record our latest episode. Rather than leave you with no episode for a 2nd straight week we wanted to re-air our conversation with Amy Lentz of Hack your HR.  Amy's insight and outlook in this space is a refreshing change of pace in our industry, and with this being one of our most popular episodes we wanted any new listeners to hav...

Ever found yourself locked in an epic online battle with a persistent commenter? We've been there, and we're sharing the hilarity that ensued when one of us faced that exact scenario. Our latest episode of Corporate Pizza Party is a rollercoaster of lighthearted rivalry as we compare our content creator rankings. Dan's not quite the top dog in job search content but apparently neither are his friends. Meanwhile, Farrah embrace...

What if AI could do your job better than you? Could your role be at risk, or are you ready to ride the wave of innovation? Join us as we humorously unravel the quirks of corporate life, with  Dan teasing us about our podcast's shelf life and Mike unable to concentrate due to his upcoming special visitor. We share laughs over the curious etiquette of social media engagement among friends before diving headfirst into a compelling ...

 From family conversations to quirky Ikea buys, join us as we share light-hearted moments and banter about corporate culture quirks. We even brainstorm a potential anniversary episode that has us chuckling over its perfect timing.

Our conversation then shifts gears as we explore the art of self-promotion, particularly focusing on job titles and levels within the workplace. Farrah takes us behind the scenes of her exciting experienc...

Can misinformation be an art form? Join us on Corporate Pizza Party as we serve a slice of humor, nostalgia, and a bit of chaos! Farrah kicks off the episode with her infectious excitement over Oasis's reunion and her uncanny luck in scoring VIP tickets to their LA show. Meanwhile, Dan shares the story of his beloved cat, King, who recently passed away, leaving behind a legacy of feline antics that we celebrate with laughter and sh...

It's time for a  RecFest recap and reflections on the event. Farrah and Mike recount the excitement of meeting each other in person for the first time, the awkwardness of navigating social interactions like deciding who to hug, and the ongoing challenges faced by recruiters in today's job market. Amidst the casual banter, we touch on the frustrations around AI in resume reviews and the persistent issue of ghosting in the hiring pro...

What happens when you show up to a job interview quoting TikTok videos? Join us on this episode of the Corporate Pizza Party podcast as we share our hilarious misadventures recording on the road and our upcoming escapade to Recfest in Nashville. We dive into the importance of doing your homework before interviews, with candidates amusingly referencing our online content. Our lighthearted chat explores the quirks of corporate life a...

Ever wondered how a simple LinkedIn post could turn into a social media frenzy? Join us on this episode of Corporate Pizza Party Podcast as we explore the dramatic saga of Ethan, a former Amazon employee, who accused his CEO of unethical behavior, sparking responses from the CEO himself and even Ethan's ex-wife. We break down the motivations behind airing such personal grievances online and the implications for personal branding an...

Ever wondered how people manage to rise through the ranks despite their glaring incompetence? This week we are dishing out some hilarious yet insightful takes on the curious phenomenon of "failing up" in corporate America. 

We dive headfirst into the baffling world of corporate hierarchies, sharing juicy stories of leaders who dodge accountability and clueless managers who somehow keep getting promoted. We dissect a particularly he...

JOur lighthearted chat about Farrah's "new mom" look smoothly transitions into a conversation about quirky baby products, including a donut-shaped pillow for toddlers learning to walk before we finally getting into bashing what may be one of the worst Linkedin posts of all time.

 Listen in as we humorously dissect the post's lack of genuine engagement and the defensive responses from the original poster. We also touch on the ease o...

Corporate Pizza Parties: More Than Just a Slice of Fun? Ever thought about the hilarious yet heartbreakingly real world of recruitment? We kick off with the emotional rollercoaster recruiters face when rejecting candidates, balanced with the quirky reward culture of corporate pizza parties. Farrah’s tale of trolling a company for its outlandish job requirements for a senior technical recruiter with engineering experience will have ...

What happens when your Prius becomes the latest target in a citywide crime spree? Today we shed light on the surprising black market for catalytic converters and the swift methods thieves use. Then we talk about teeth and eventually make it to some HR stuff....sorry

Bold decisions or corporate missteps? We dissect the controversial layoffs at Intuit, where 1,800 employees were shown the door and the CEO's staggering claim that 60% ...