Clarence Maur Bongalos

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Why do smart, capable, good people still feel misaligned with the work they do? That's the question Clarence Maur has been exploring across every conversation on Aligned > Engaged > Fulfilled—with compensation experts, leadership professors, brand strategists, career coaches, and executives who've been on both sides of the table. This isn't a podcast about careers or business. It's about the human forces underneath both—and what it actually takes to move from just showing up, to truly thriving. If you've ever felt the gap between the work you do and the life you want, you're in the right place...

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Clarence Maur Bongalos

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Redefining Performance: How to Beat Burnout by Managing Your Energy 17.09.2025 1:24:28

Summary Misinformation about burnout fuels it and pulls people further away from overcoming it. In this episode, Clarence Bongalos and Brett Klika delve into the complexities of burnout, exploring its causes, effects, and the importance of energy management in the workplace. They discuss the misconceptions surrounding burnout, the role of personal capacity, and the impact of social media and compa...

The Return of Community: Redefining the Workspace from Cost Center to Strategic Advantage 10.09.2025 1:02:54

Disclaimer This episode experienced a technical issue that affected audio quality. We determined that the organic discussion was too valuable to lose and decided to publish it as is. Summary In this episode, Clarence Bongalos and John Lee discuss the evolution of the modern workplace, focusing on the rise of coworking spaces and the importance of community in fostering employee engagement and prod...

Your Leadership Skillset: Moving from Overwhelmed Manager to Authentic Leader 04.09.2025 1:00:05

Summary In this episode, Clarence Bongalos and leadership expert Lynda Harvey discuss the complexities of modern leadership and management. They explore the challenges faced by new managers, the impact of toxic workplaces, and the importance of authenticity in leadership. Lynda emphasizes that leadership is a skill that can be developed, not just a title, and highlights the need for intentional le...

Your Employees Are Your First Customer: Are You Marketing to Them? 27.08.2025 33:43

Summary In this episode, Clarence continues his conversation with Tanya and Tony Thorson, co-authors of 'Get Off Your Mass!' They explore the connection between the B2A (Business to Anyone) and B2E (Business to Employee) frameworks, emphasizing the importance of treating employees as primary customers and the need for a human-centric approach in marketing. The discussion delves into the internal c...

Stop Talking About Yourself: Why the Brands People Love Make Their Customer the Hero 20.08.2025 50:26

Summary In this conversation, Clarence Bongalos speaks with Tanya and Tony Thorson about their book 'Get Off Your Mass' and the B2A (Business to Anyone) framework. They discuss the importance of personalization in marketing (and business), the impact of AI, and the need for emotional intelligence and curiosity in leadership. The Thorsons introduce their POISE framework, which emphasizes personaliz...

Navigating Toxic Work Culture: A Neurodivergent Woman's Journey to Empowerment 13.08.2025 54:21

Summary In this conversation, Clarence Bongalos and Audra Talamantes discuss the challenges faced by neurodivergent women in corporate environments and the journey towards self-employment. Audra shares her experiences of navigating toxic corporate culture, reclaiming the term 'unemployable', and the importance of personal alignment in achieving fulfillment. Together, Clarence and Audra explore the...