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Workplace Weirdness

Welcome to "Workplace Weirdness," the podcast that takes a deep dive into the delightful oddities of office life. Ever wondered why the break room smells like a science experiment or why your boss insists on using 'synergy' in every meeting? We've got you covered! Join Maya and her revolving door of guest hosts as they unravel the mysteries of cubicle culture and decode the cryptic behaviors of your coworkers. From bizarre email sign-offs to the enigma of office fridge politics, no topic is too weird for us to tackle. Each week, we'll talk about hot HR topics, answer listener questions and dissect an awkward workplace theme, all while keeping things light, fun, and packed with HR humor. Tune in, because in the world of work, the only thing you can count on is the unexpected! So, grab your coffee, put your feet up on that ergonomic footrest, and let's get weird at work together. Trust us, it’ll be a productivity boost like no other!

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    Rookie Mistakes That Actually Make You Better at Work

    In this episode of our Workplace Weirdness™ summer series, “Out of Office,” Maya Kadar Kovalsky explores the theme of "rookie mistakes" and “rookie smarts” in the workplace, highlighting how early career blunders often lead to valuable learning experiences.  We hear stories from various guests from past episodes who share their early career journeys, with missteps such as overconfidence in a corporate setting, accidental termination emails, inappropriate gifts and more.  Maya and her experts from throughout the season, emphasize the importance of maintaining a "rookie mindset," which allows for fresh perspectives and innovation.  Episode Chapters: [00:12] Introduction to Rookie Mistakes 
[00:50] Story of Overconfidence- Neil Sharma
 [02:45] Accidental Email Mishap- Peter Vincent 
[03:43] The Champagne Incident- Dorie Clark & Maya Kadar Kovalsky [05:02] The Wrong Office- Kavita Vora
 [5:58] Awkward Text Message - Yolonda Deon Tyler [06:28] Rookie Smarts- Billy Samoa Saleeby
 [8:44] It’s Amazing How Open Young People Are - Hannah Dubin [10:12] The Superpower of “Dumbassery”- Gary Ridge
 [12:34] Conclusion: Embracing the Mistakes Resources and Links: Neil Sharma, co-founder of SolarKal · SolarKal Website - https://www.solarkal.com/ · LinkedIn -⁠ / neil-sharma-045117  ⁠ Peter Vincent, executive coach and HR expert Dorie Clark, WSJ & USA Today Bestselling Author and Marketing strategist · Website:⁠ https://dorieclark.com/⁠ · Linkedin:⁠   / doriec  ⁠ Kavita Vora, Chief People Officer of BrainPOP Yolonda Deon Tyler, founder of Mindful Play Learning · Instagram -⁠ https://www.instagram.com/yolondadeon_/⁠ Billy Samoa Saleebey, founder and CEO of Podify · Podify Website -⁠ https://podify.com/⁠ · LinkedIn -⁠   / billysamoa  ⁠  · Instagram -⁠ https://www.instagram.com/billysamoa/...⁠  Hannah Dubin, founder of The Group Forward · The Group Forward -⁠ https://www.thegroupforward.com/⁠ · LinkedIn -⁠   / hannah-feldberg-dubin  ⁠  Gary Ridge, former CEO of WD-40 · LinkedIn -⁠   / garryridge  ⁠  · The Learning Moment -⁠ https://thelearningmoment.net/⁠ Maya Kadar Kovalsky · LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayakadar/⁠ Workplace Weirdness™ · Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠ · Website: ⁠workplace-weirdness.com⁠ · Instagram: @workplaceweirdpod Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as professional, legal, or workplace-specific advice. Listeners are encouraged to seek guidance from qualified professionals for their individual situations.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to "Workplace Weirdness," the podcast that takes a deep dive into the delightful oddities of office life. Ever wondered why the break room smells like a science experiment or why your boss insists on using 'synergy' in every meeting? We've got you covered! Join Maya and her revolving door of guest hosts as they unravel the mysteries of cubicle culture and decode the cryptic behaviors of your coworkers. From bizarre email sign-offs to the enigma of office fridge politics, no topic is too weird for us to tackle. Each week, we'll talk about hot HR topics, answer listener questions and dissect an awkward workplace theme, all while keeping things light, fun, and packed with HR humor. Tune in, because in the world of work, the only thing you can count on is the unexpected! So, grab your coffee, put your feet up on that ergonomic footrest, and let's get weird at work together. Trust us, it’ll be a productivity boost like no other!

HOSTED BY

Maya Kadar

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Welcome to "Workplace Weirdness," the podcast that takes a deep dive into the delightful oddities of office life. Ever wondered why the break room smells like a science experiment or why your boss insists on using 'synergy' in every meeting? We've got you covered! Join Maya and her revolving door...

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