Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?

Season 1, Episode 5: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Not Use Corporate Jargon? Episode Description: We’ve all heard it: “Let’s circle back.” “Let’s leverage synergies.” “Let’s operationalize the low-hanging fruit.” But… why? In this satirical yet insightful episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee break down the awkward truth behind why corporate...

Season 1, Episode 4: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Yourself at Work? (with Priya Bates) Episode Description: How much of yourself do you really bring to work—and how much do you feel you have to leave behind to fit in? In this heartfelt and thought-provoking episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee welcome special guest Priya Bates, award-win...

Season 1, Episode 3: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Take the Afternoon Off? Episode Description: Ever feel guilty for stepping away from work before 5 p.m.—even when you’ve met your goals? You’re not alone. In this insightful episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee take a hard look at how we've been conditioned to treat time as the ultimate curr...

Season 1, Episode 2: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Say “No” at Work? Episode Description: Saying “no” at work feels risky—sometimes even dangerous. But why? In this powerful and vulnerable episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, co-hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee dig deep into why the simple act of saying “no” can feel like an act of rebellion. Through personal stories, workp...

Season 1, Episode 1 (Live): Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work? Episode Description: Recorded live at the IABC World Conference 2023 in Toronto, this debut episode kicks off the Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work? podcast with a bold question: Are we slowly unlearning our own humanity at work? Co-hosts Pinaki Kathiari (CEO, Local Wisdom) and Chris Lee (VP at Gallagher, Presid...

Make sure to subscribe to the show! The season begins in June Connect with Us Pinaki Kathiari – LinkedIn  | Local Wisdom Chris Lee – LinkedIn | Gallagher Communication Bree Bartos – LinkedIn | Local Wisdom Special thanks to digital communication agency Local Wisdom ( www.localwisdom.com ) for really believing in our mission and making this podcast possible.  If this episode made you think differen...