Grossly Competent

We Disrupt(HR) this program for a very important message.In this episoide of Grossly Competent, hosts Steve and Patrick get back into the groove of things by doing what they do best: fumbling over intros and talking Aruba. But after that, good listener, the boys (scuba) dive into discussing the recent DisruptHR event that took place in Milwaukee, WI. Patrick discusses his perspective of the event being an audience member while Steve offers a glimpse into being a public speaker, how it feels knowing you are going to say something that 250 people aren't going to like, and reveals some behind-the-scenes info you won't want to miss!Interested in DisruptHR and want to learn more? Here are some helpful links:DisruptHR websiteThe DisruptHR-Milwaukee LineupA Sight for Sore EyesGo check out some of our favorite speakers of the night:Jen MarrDr. Thekla B. RossDana EchertMaria Nicholas-GrovesKylene ZenkAnd, of course, Aruba-related goods:An honest glimpse into ArubaThe Antilla WreckCome for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Hey friends, we love doing this, and if you like what you’re hearing and want to support the show, here are the best ways possible: Give a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you get your podcasts,Visit us on Buzzsprout at grosslycompetent.buzzsprout.com. Give us a shout on Instagram @grosslycompetentWe appreciate you for listening!Support the show

In this episode of Grossly Competent, hosts Steve and Patrick welcome HEART Leadership creator Sarah Valentine! Through her incredible story and lack of buzzword enthusiasm, Sara takes us on a journey to being open to possibilities and what it means to be fully and truly authentic. We dare you to not be inspired by the work Sara is doing with Give Kids the World by the end of this must-listen episode.Want to connect with Sara?LinkedInPodcast - Heart Leadership Give Kids the WorldHere's some other stuff you might like too (based on the conversation):Brene Brown - Empathy & Vulnerability Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Hey friends, we love doing this, and if you like what you’re hearing and want to support the show, here are the best ways possible: Give a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you get your podcasts,Visit us on Buzzsprout at grosslycompetent.buzzsprout.com. Give us a shout on Instagram @grosslycompetentWe appreciate you for listening!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

We should probably have a meeting about your support of the show.In this episode of Grossly Competent, hosts Steve and Patrick decide to tackle the everflowing state of meetings inundating our calendars and inboxes. When is it right to host a meeting and when is it best to just make a memo? Each brings their ideas and data to the table to decide once and for all: How many meetings do we all have that should just be emails!?But before all that jazz, Steve and Patrick share some of their recent successes implementing *gasp* some of their own advice. Yes, it's as ridiculous as it sounds. No, Patrick does not get locked in a small room again (sadly).Here are some links to dive into if you're into that kinda thing:Stolen Focus: Why You Can't Pay Attention and How to Deeply Think Again by Johann HariJen Marr - All-Around Amazingly Nice PersonJen Marr's Books - Showing Up and Lifting UpCome for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Hey friends, we love doing this, and if you like what you’re hearing and want to support the show, here are the best ways possible: Give a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you get your podcasts,Visit us on Buzzsprout at grosslycompetent.buzzsprout.com. Give us a shout on Instagram @grosslycompetentWe appreciate you for listening!Support the show

In this episode of Grossly Competent, hosts Steve and Patrick are back in full force after a small hiatus to enjoy the finer things of Spring Break and professional webinars. Speaking of which, Patrick provides a fantastic overview of some solid 'Do's and Don'ts' of Professional Presentations, thanks to friend of the show* Gregory Tall. Learn tricks of the trade, avoid faux pas, and immerse yourself in the methods of building a proper presentation that is sure to wow your audience.Before that, Steve gives his unprompted review of the trending chain Buc-ee's and which involves some serious hot sauce recommendations. Patrick fumbles over his words like a madman, learns how to speak like Jason Statham, and provides a burn so brutal that Steve is still recovering in the school Nurse's Office.(*We like him and he is friendly, therefore he is a friend to the show. Semantics, I know. - Steve)Here are some links to dive into:Gregory Tall - the man, the myth, the legendKevin Pollack demonstrates how to speak Statham (NSFW)Buc-ee's (in case you've been living under a rock)Kwik Trip, for the uninitiatedCome for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

"It's very interesting...but I'm not interested." In this episode of Grossly Competent, hosts Steve and Patrick trade their usual “grossly competent” professional advice for something a little lighter—vacations, travel, and what it really means to unplug. From Door County, WI charm to Florida Keys serenity, they break down what makes a great getaway. Spoiler: it’s less about luxury and more about slowing down, good food, and not being trapped in a tourist t-shirt vortex. Along the way, they debate hotels vs. Airbnbs, confess their mutual distrust of hostels, and firmly agree that camping is… not it.Before that, Steve makes it all about himself by announcing an upcoming speaking gig at DisruptHR (and giving Patrick full credit for his elite editing skills) while Patrick discusses the finer points of his time with the ATD (Association for Talent Development).Here are some links you might like:Kayla with NAPS Chicago The Go-Go's Vacation DisruptHR Assocaition for Talent Development (ATD)Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

... and how does that make you... feel?In this episode of Grossly Competent, hosts Steve and Patrick discuss the secret job responsibility of all Learning and Development professionals: that of built-in therapist. Is it a consequence of being a support position in the work environment? Or are they looking for an advocate? Is it because they are affiliated with HR? Or not really HR?Find out what the boys think in this episode!But first, Patrick talks about all things March Madness while Steve describes his wish of seeing Sebastian Janikowski kick a field goal with stipulations. And if that's not enough, the boys sprinkle in a few stories - some told and others teased - of almost becoming a Tolkein character and another about the dangers of sitting on escalators.Here are some random links based on the content you might find fascinating:Did you know that professional Golf used to put the fate of the world in the public's hands!Why Sebastian Janikowski making wishes come true (NSFW - Language)An absolute banger: Frodo of the Nine FingersEscalators are basically Satan's playthingCome for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In this episode of Grossly Competent, hosts Steve and Patrick taking an in-depth look at Worn-Out Work Tropes. Y'know, those tired old phrases and ideals that get tossed around the workplace that have lost all purpose and meaning like trying to play a cassette tape on a smart speaker. What do they actually say about your organization and why do they keep getting used?Listen in and find out!But first, Patrick continues to regale us with his newfound and continuous fame while Steve panders to potential event organizers in an attempt to get Grossly Competent LIVE and on the road.Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In this episode of Grossly Competent, hosts Steve and Patrick dive into the psychological world of Invisible Curriculums as they present themeslves in professional environments. What are they? How do they come into being? What do they mean? And what type of effect do they have on the growth of employees and the company overall? Join the boys while they dissect this topic to give you a better understanding of your own professional environments.Speaking of environments, Patrick shares his newfound respect of mosh pits and spares no expense slowly and carefully chirping at Steve into explaining why this episode was recorded off-schedule. And it's definitely 'for the birds'.Interested in some of the topics covered? Here are some links for ya!Avatar and their toe-tapping song 'Hail the Apocalypse'The Doorway Effect or Location Updating EffectThe Power of Habit by Charles DuhiggNavigating the Hidden Curriculum - Notre Dame LearningJulie Menden - Executive Forum extraordinaireSara Valentine - HEART LEadership Podcast (Say hi from Steve and Patrick!)Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In this episode of Grossly Competent, hosts Steve and Patrick take some time to reflect on the last 25 episodes and discuss favorite episodes and moments. This isn't merely a self-serving episode - No! No! - instead, it's an opportunity to reflect on what has worked well, what could be improved, and future aspirations: the very spirit of Learning and Development.As per typical, Steve cheats on his list and Patrick offers up a riveting new segment: Tales of the Gross-ery Store! And if all of that wasn't entrancing enough, you can hear the boys sing a fantastic, non-copyright version of Happy Birthday to a special listener!Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In this episode of Grossly Competent, Steve and Patrick welcome L&D and 'Real Talk' HR Royalty, Lynell Meeth! From her wealth of knowledge and experience, Lynell shares her views on Learning and Development, HR trends, and the benefits of finding and seeking opportunities in spaces previously unknown. It's a great conversation filled with light-hearted jabs, sincere anecdotes, and an unexplainable shared experience of being locked in mundane places.Want to get in touch with Lynell? Click here!Happen to be in the New York area and looking to support an incredible dance group (that also happens to be Lynell's son)? Here you go!Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

On this Valentine's Day, it's important to KISS (or Keep It Simple, Stupid).In this episode of Grossly Competent, hosts Steve and Patrick provide a nice overview of how important it is to Keep It Simple (KISS) the topic you are discussing when leading others or facilitating groups.(Don't think for a second the irony is lost on Steve and Patrick telling everyone how to keep things concise and simple for the masses.)Before that, Patrick shoots for a chance at redemption from his woes of locked bathroom doors and ultimately adds more to the heap of things adults should not do. Steve does his best to keep things PG and not get the episode flagged by the looming censor-monster of Apple Podcasts.Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

We never said it was 'good' advice, but it is definitely advice.In this episode of Grossly Competent, hosts Steve and Patrick discuss advice for facilitators that they believe everyone should know, from being prepared versus memorizing, establishing intent of your sessions, giving A.L.E. to your audience, and not using your session as a means to hold a captive audience for your sales pitch.But before that, the boys commiserate about what it would be like if regular people were a part of the Winter Olympics thanks to a tweet from Bill Murray many years ago.Bill Murray's Tweet about including an Average Person in all Olympic eventsCome for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Are you a Thermometer or a Thermostat?In this episode of Grossly Competent, hosts Steve and Patrick get into a subject that everyone could use a little bit more of in the world today: Emotional Intelligence. Patrick unveils his expertise in this world while Steve actively listens and interrupts accordingly, just as nature intended.But before then, the boys take the opportunity to plea to the masses for help in being a unified front to take out the most pressing of concerns in the world today: Cold-Messaging Scammers on Social Platforms (that may rhyme with 'Stinked-In').Want in? Connect with us on Instagram and we'll hook you right up!Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Wink twice and strap in for this ride!In this episode of Grossly Competent, Steve battles the tail end of a cold and unveils a skill that may categorize him as the world's worst X-Men mutant while Patrick counters with his incredible inability to do extremely simple gestures and details the woes of women not succumbing to his 'double wink' siren song.Afterward, the boys discuss TV shows that have been cancelled too soon and how it has turned into a bit of a self-fulfilling cycle for streaming services (here's looking at you, Netflix). Whether it's Love Monkey, Mindhunter, or The OA, the boys chat about them and somehow figure out a way to circle everything back to the professional world.Reddit: What is a TV show that got cancelled that you are still upset by?Love Monkey (Wikipedia / IMDb)MIndhunter (Wikipedia / IMDb)The OA (Wikipedia / IMDb)Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Glad to see you again, Whats-her-name / Whats-his-nut?In this episode of Grossly Competent, Steve and Patrick decide to change things up and not talk trash about LinkedIn... just kidding. After making a mockery of the prototypical 'cold message connection', the boys decide to actually have a nice and thoughtful conversation about Crucial Conversations. You know, those super awkward interactions that each of us has to come face to face at some point in our lives.Well, luckily for you Steve and Patrick layout some ideas on ways to make them a little less painful and a bit more empowering for all parties involved. Because if anyone knows how to handle that conversation with HR about being too ugly, it's these two chuckleheads (with a little help from Simon Sinek, of course).Simon Sinek - Having an Uncomfortable ConversationSay the Right Thing: How to talk About Identity, Diversity, and JusticeCome for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Come get your tickets to the show, folks!In this episode of Grossly Competent, Steve and Patrick reprise their original discussion of building trust in training from Episode 2 ('Never Let Go, Jack') and expanding it around building trust as a new employee or recipient of a new role. Between the two of them, there are enough synapses firing to at least achieve some solid ideas.Before that, Steve decides to take the low-road and introduce the world's worst LinkedIn InMail scam he was the recipient of and does some light doxxing along the way. And finally, Patrick helps introduce some of the wonderful events you can expect at UggFest 2026* that are sure to delight and amaze for one low-price.(*This is not an actual event but Steve and Patrick will gladly pretend it is.)Oh, and come check out Innovation Overload and tell them Steve says 'Hi!'Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Welcome to the New Year, Gang!In this episode of Grossly Competent, Steve and Patrick take on the beginning of the year by tackling resol-A-tions and making bold predictions and hot-takes about the state of Learning and Development in 2026.What will they predict correctly? What will they fail to obviously see? Will Patrick be right AGAIN!?But first, witness Steve fail to pronounce basic words while Patrick enlightens everyone on the benefits of drinking faux-faux-Jager at a Non-Alcoholic event, and more!Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Gro-Ho-Ho-Hos-Oss!'Tis the season to lower your expectations for Steve and Patrick to deliver holiday cheer on this episode of Grossly Competent!The two abominations - accompanied by their friend 'Jeeves' - go over some festive holiday out of office messages, air their annual grievances, and touch on their favorite holiday films to wrap up the year.There are callbacks, shoutouts, and an incredible telling of the Night Before Grossmas that absolutely should not be missed!Here are some links to some of the fun the boys brought up for your viewing delight:Lowered Expectations - MadTVA Review of the Greatest Christmas Movie according to SteveAskJeeves - Remember that guy!?Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: We're Grossly Competent.Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

What's Crack-a-lackin, Listeners!?In this episode of Grossly Competent, Steve goes ROGUE and tells Patrick that he's actually capable of learning something! And that something is called The Two Token Theory, an interesting take on how our reactions to problem-solving can impact how others respond.But before that, Patrick brings up the life policy of DBAD when things go wrong and there is nothing that can control it. Plus, there's other stuff, like:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H4hGSR5njZE - The Gourds - Gin and JuiceCome for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: We're Grossly Competent.Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In this episode of Grossly Competent, Steve and Patrick set the record straight: They are not robots! Instead, they are Uggos sent from the basement of a townie bar to the modern world. (They can see how that could be confusing.)While they aren't making Beeps and Boops or doing their best Tim Allen voiceover impression, the boys dive into benefits and disadvantages of Feedback in the Workplace, when to take it seriously and when it's OK to look beyond the noise.And in case you're feeling extra wily and want to read up on NPS, here's a book.Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: We're Grossly Competent.Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In this episode of Grossly Competent, Steve and Patrick discuss whether or not it's necessary to chain yourself to industry-specific models / theories to find success or is it acceptable - if not beneficial - to just go rogue.Along the way, the boys also chat about couches that silently judge and finish off with Patrick answering the deepest questions of the new kid on the LinkedIn block.Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In this episode of Grossly Competent, Steve and Patrick come off their guest-high to bring you another installment of 'LinkedInfluencer Beatdown'!That's right, this week Steve and Patrick slam down on disingenuous, whiny LinkedIn posts and provide meaningful methods to better connect with folks to build your network (that doesn't make you the target of ire).Lastly, Patrick introduces a new and exciting way to connect which prompts Steve to come up with a listener contest!For your reading and viewing pleasure:A disengenuous view of not connecting with everyone on LinkedInYou're better than this, Erin McGoff (but seriously, follow her if you don't already)This apron is cooler than everyone I knowCome for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In this episode of Grossly Competent, Steve and Patrick welcome their first guest speaker, CliftonStrengths Coach and Leadership Program facilitator Jess Cohen, who pretty's up the place and adds some much needed competence. Jess takes time out of her new life and breaks down the details of what she finds interesting in Learning and Development, the power of saying YES to new experiences, the impact of knowing your personal strengths, and really lets Steve know what she thinks of him...... and it ain't pretty. (Obviously.)Want to get in touch with Jess? Click here!Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In this episode of Grossly Competent, Steve and Patrick celebrate their 10th episode with a special treat: 10 lists of their top 3 things! How similar or different are Patrick and Steve? Will they receive a coveted Uglies award? And does The Lord of the Rings trilogy count as a single movie?! Find out all that and more on this double-digit celebration that should not be missed!And don't worry, we have plenty of sponsors and spinarooski's to make even the hardest listener melt!So come for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: We're Grossly Competent!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Stop what you are doing! Right now! THIS IS URGENT!In this episode of Grossly Competent, Steve speaks randomly while Patrick shares a powerful story, one of courage and determination: The Tale of the Locked Bathroom.(And wow, it's a doozy!)And if that's not enough, Steve and Patrick chat about techniques and useful ways to adapt to professional situations when you aren't given the whole picture or things just go awry. Join the Ugly Club Founders as they go from 30 to 3 in this action-packed banger of an episode!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

We have such sounds to show you on this episode of Grossly Competent!In this Diabolically Delightful episode, Steve and Patrick dive into all things SPOOKY in prep for the greatest day of the year: Halloween!* The duo share stories of their love and memories of this time of year and lurch into a tirade of spooky ghost stories and experiences. From phantom bar patrons, maniacal birds, and ethereal toe-breakers, we've got it all!Also, join in on the fun and see if you can track how many scary / horror movie names and references we mention throughout the episode! It'll be to die for!(*Come fight me, Christmas. - Steve)Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In this 'pivoting' episode of Grossly Competent, Steve and Patrick channel their inner 'Ghost Writer' and do some serious audibles when it comes to the topic this week.Rest assured! This episode is 100% authentically Uggo-powered as the boys discuss ChatGPT best practices and what people should not do with it. Also, Patrick talks about his modeling debut while Steve is reminded of the mnemonic device he used to spell Patrick's name 20+ years ago.Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In this episode of Grossly Competent, hosts Steve and Patrick beg people to stop trying to steal their (professional) stuff, man! Specifically, the boys chat about the issue that comes when people ask for their professional materials and what that's not a good idea in the first place.On the way there, they talk about FOGO, DBTG, and any other acronym we can shake a Walkman at. It's an all-nonsense episode set to deliver more laughs than a burglar looking through Patrick's musical collection.Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In this episode of Grossly Competent, hosts Steve and Patrick use their smoothest broadcaster voices while discussing the topic of Imposter Syndrome. Through personal stories and recollections of dreams that make us believe we didn't actually graduate (and are naked for some reason), they explore the ways Imposter Syndrome can rear it's ugly head and ways to combat the beast.The boys also talk about a bunch of other stuff, Steve cries laughing, and apologies are delivered to Patrick's parents for him being a full-time member of the Clean Plate Club.Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Support the show

In this episode of Grossly Competent, hosts Steve and Patrick jump into their yoga pants, grab some pumpkin spice, and chat about the finer things of the Autumnal season (while pandering for sponsorships, of course) in advance of a no-holds barred discussion on the incredibly controversial topic of Icebreakers.Are they beneficial? Do they suck? How much does a polar bear weigh!?Tune in for all the super scientific data and research that Steve makes up and witness Patrick trying to be something everyone yearns for at least once in their life: being right.Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In this episode of Grossly Competent, Steve and Patrick dive into what makes them feel like functional adults in prep for their soapbox grandstanding on: Cringe LinkedIn and Social Media Posting.Don't be a 'Nicholas' and get eaten by a bear! Tune in and hear all about the zany adventures of how the ugliest duo this side of the globe navigate the inauthentic garbage-posting online.For your reading pleasure, here are some links to the stuff we talk about on the show:40 Cringeworthy LinkedIn Posts That Got Called Out By This Twitter PageWhy LinkedIn Is Just a Cringe Fest for Wannabe Thought LeadersThe Last Days of Social MediaCome for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our ugly faces: We're Grossly Competent!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

THERE WAS ROOM ON THE DOOR, ROSE! JUST MOVE OVER A SMIDGE!*Apparently my laptop chose the internal mic rather than my external one. Sorry about that folks, the audio will be much more crisp and beautiful (unlike me) for the next session. Cheers! - Steve*Anyway, in this episode of Grossly Competent, hosts Steve Counsell and Patrick Aleshire talk about the importance of authenticity and the balancing act that trust-building can have in learning and development.Of course, in true fashion, Steve and Patrick lose the script and discuss why reading signs is an important life skill and how Steve's pride was dismantled by an Enrique Iglesias groupie.Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In this inaugural episode of Grossly Competent, your faithful hosts - Steve Counsell and Patrick Aleshire - decide to spend time introducing themselves and their love of learning, development, training, and all things adulting.They also provide context behind a longstanding joke and detail the inspiration behind the name, Grossly Competent, all while gambling on a chance to dedicate this episode to that special someone out there that gave them the greatest gift of all: The Ugly Club.Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent!Grow Potential With Humata ConsultingEmpowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development SolutionsHang out with Zero Proof PassMindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show