Amazing Teams Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever asked a question at work and once you got the answer, wished you hadn’t? If so, you might not be the right fit on Martin Gourdeau’s team. He doesn’t do performative transparency in the workplace; it’s a true core value. Martin is the CEO of Vacation Tracker, a fully remote SaaS company with a team distributed across seven countries. He finds that being clear and cand...

Send us Fan Mail Ever had an awkward time at a poorly attended Zoom mixer? It’s practically a rite of passage in remote work culture these days.  Camilla Booth has felt your pain. Throughout her eight years as VP of People at Coder, she’s hosted everything from paint-and-sips to tarot card readers, but nothing stuck. All the while, Coder was exploding from a team of 20 to nearly 200. Camilla final...

Send us Fan Mail What does it actually take to make people feel seen at work — and keep it going? In this episode, Una from HeyTaco sits down with Sheena, a longtime culture builder and HeyTaco admin, to share what actually moved the needle for her team. Not theory. Real tactics, real stories, real results. They walk through four pillars of building culture with peer recognition — Connection, Visi...

Send us Fan Mail To celebrate HeyTaco’s 10th birthday, Una sits down with HeyTaco founder Doug Dosberg for a heartfelt and hilarious trip down memory lane. In this special Taco Bytes episode, Doug shares 10 powerful lessons from a decade of building a gratitude-powered business—complete with taco costumes, customer stories, and Beyoncé GIFs. If you’re a startup founder, team builder, or taco enthu...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Taco Bytes , Doug and Una dive into what truly makes workplace cultures thrive: givers . Together, they explore why the most impactful people on teams are often the quiet, consistent supporters—the ones who notice effort, celebrate progress, and lift others up without expecting anything in return. The conversation centers on the HeyTaco Hall of Fame , an annual...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of TacoBytes , Una and Doug take you behind the scenes of HeyTaco’s newest feature: Milestones—a fun and effortless way to celebrate your team’s birthdays and work anniversaries, right in Slack. They explore why recognition on these personal milestones matters more than we often admit, how it used to be done (balloons, cakes, and jackets, anyone?), and how HeyTaco...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Amazing Teams podcast , we sat down with Katy Carrigan, CEO of Goody, to explore how thoughtful gifting drives employee engagement and recognition. They discuss the power of personalization, celebrating milestones, and building a culture of appreciation. The conversation also delves into leadership transparency, empowering teams, and how Goody navigates grow...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Amazing Teams podcast , we sat down with Sanket Merchant, a partner at PeakSpan Capital, who shares insights from his career journey in the software investment space. He discusses the importance of culture, clarity, and support in building high-performing teams and organizations. Sanket emphasizes the value of trust, agility, and gratitude in leadership and...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Amazing Teams podcast , we sat down with Claire Lew, CEO adn founder of Canopy (formerly Know Your Team), to explore the evolving role of managers and the growing need for leadership development. She discusses the challenges of navigating uncertainty, maintaining morale, and giving honest feedback, while emphasizing the need for clear communication and stron...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Amazing Teams podcast , we sat down with Stephen Lord, discuss the unique role of a Scrum Master, emphasizing the importance of kindness, empathy, and building trust within teams. He shares insights on treating developers as creative artists, fostering a positive team culture, and implementing gratitude practices to enhance team dynamics. The conversation of...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Amazing Teams podcast , we sat down with Hannah Manizza, VP of Marketing at Forge Biologics, to explore the concept of a “wrong rock boss” and the critical role of effective leadership in team dynamics. Hannah shares her personal journey from a structured corporate environment to the fast-paced world of startups at Forge Biologics, highlighting both her prof...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Amazing Teams podcast, we sit down with Carl Smith, owner of the Bureau of Digital. Carl shares his journey from agency owner to community leader, reflecting on the role of people, motivation, and creativity in the workplace. He and his guests explore how to balance introversion and extroversion, lead with empathy, and create space for learning through failu...

Send us Fan Mail In this bite-sized episode of Amazing Teams , Una flips the mic and interviews HeyTaco founder Doug about the seven most common "why" questions people ask about the platform. From “Why tacos?” to “Why a daily limit?”, Doug dives into the design decisions that shaped HeyTaco into the gratitude-powered, culture-building tool teams love today. Whether you're a longtime...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Amazing Teams podcast , we sat down with Marc Cenedella, CEO of The Ladders,  to explore the evolving landscape of work culture. We discuss the shift to remote work, the key drivers of productivity, and the power of gratitude in the workplace. Marc shares insights on standing out in a competitive job market, the impact of AI on job applications, and the impo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Amazing Teams: TacoBytes , Una andDoug Dosberg tackle a spicy topic—cringe appreciation messages. You know the ones: "Thanks for all you do," "You're the best," or "Thanks for everything." We’ve all sent them. But are they actually meaningful? Una and Doug break down why these messages often fall flat—and how just a little more...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Amazing Teams podcast, we sit down with Morgan Witham, CEO of COLAB, about her journey from investment banking to leading a digital agency and how her team embraced a four-day work week. Morgan shares insights on workplace culture, employee retention, and the power of gratitude in building a thriving company. We dive into: Morgan transitioned from investment...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of TacoBytes , Una Japundza sits down with Doug Dosberg, founder of HeyTaco, to dive into the origin story of everyone's favorite peer recognition tool. From his early days at The Motley Fool to his unexpected leap into building a culture-shaping product, Doug shares the behind-the-scenes moments that brought HeyTaco to life. You'll hear how a frustrating...

Send us Fan Mail Summary: In this episode of the Amazing Teams podcast, we sit down with Skyler Birk-Stachon, the go-to-market lead at Optemization, a Notion consultancy that helps startups and businesses organize their Notion pages.  Skyler shares his insights on the importance of enjoying work, the cult following of Notion, and how he built a global team at Optimization. He emphasizes the role o...

Send us Fan Mail In this special "Ask Me Anything" episode, Doug and Una reflect on the journey of the Amazing Teams podcast and the lessons they've learned about teams along the way. They celebrate the podcast’s milestones and engage in a candid discussion about the dynamics that make teams thrive. Together, they delve into the importance of alignment, enthusiasm, and shared goals...

Send us Fan Mail What makes a team truly amazing? Heather Haas, CEO of ADVISA, shares her insights on leadership, culture transformation, and the unseen yet critical work that builds thriving organizations. Heather’s journey from classroom educator to running a 30-person company reveals her passion for helping people discover their strengths and develop self-awareness. In this engaging conversatio...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, Una Japundza and Doug Dosberg explore the concept of rewards in the workplace, emphasizing the importance of intrinsic motivation over extrinsic incentives. They discuss the potential pitfalls of calculated rewards and the introduction of gift cards in Hey Taco, highlighting the need for thoughtful implementation. The conversation also touches on different ty...

Send us Fan Mail Is your team culture prepared for the challenges of modern remote work? Lav Crnobrnja, co-founder and CEO of Vacation Tracker, shares his journey from building a leave management tool to scaling a fully remote, thriving startup.  Learn how Lav’s team grew from a small experiment in Slack to a 19-person global operation, his hiring philosophy, and how he cultivates confidence and g...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, Una & Doug discuss the significance of rituals and habits in fostering a culture of gratitude within teams. They share various creative practices that teams have implemented to enhance appreciation and connection among members, including the concept of the 'golden taco' and the annual 'TacoCon'. The discussion also highlights personal...

Send us Fan Mail How will countries function in a world without borders? Join Sondre Rasch, Co-Founder and CEO of SafetyWing, as he discusses building a global social safety net for the future of remote work. Sondre explores how evolving trends in remote work reshape industries, social structures, and even the way we view countries as products. Alongside co-hosts Doug and Una, Sondre shares insigh...

Send us Fan Mail Keywords CultureCon, organizational culture, employee engagement, leadership, followership, networking, gratitude, team dynamics, company culture, motivational strategies Summmary In this conversation, Una and Doug catch up on Una's experience at CultureCon, a conference focused on improving organizational culture. She highlights the importance of being a diehard fan in leade...