Corporate Sellouts

In this episode, join us as we delve into the fascinating world of the enneagram with Kaleigh, an accredited enneagram practitioner offering coaching, consulting, and corporate training. Discover what exactly an enneagram consultant does and why understanding the enneagram is crucial. We explore the types, wings, and how to determine your own enneagram. Uncover the importance of enneagram knowledg...

In this episode, we delve into the world of people pleasing. What does it mean to be a people pleaser, and why is it viewed negatively? We explore the definition of a people pleaser – someone who prioritizes others' needs over their own, often struggling to advocate for themselves. Join us in a convo about the thin line between being agreeable and the potential pitfalls of people pleasing in t...

Join hosts Taylor and Tori in a candid and insightful episode as they unpack the secrets behind negotiating a higher salary on their podcast, The Corporate Sellouts. From dissecting compensation structures to unveiling the importance of salary transparency, they explore the nuances of asking for a raise. Taylor shares the inside scoop on how companies determine pay, emphasizing that salary isn&#39...

Welcome back to The Corporate Sellouts Podcast, where ch-hosts Taylor and Tori spill the tea on thriving in the corporate world while juggling life's whirlwinds. After a 6-month hiatus filled with major life events – Taylor’s baby and return to work, and Tori’s engagement and upcoming March wedding – they're back with insights, hacks, and real talk. In this episode, Taylor and Tori unveil...

In episode 26 of The Corporate Sellouts Podcast, Taylor and Tori sit down with Tori’s friend Cait, who is a supply chain manager by day and supply chain influencer by night. Cait, Taylor, and Tori discuss what it’s like to have corporate jobs and be content creators with content closely related to their day jobs. Cait gets into the good, bad, and ugly of the supply chains that impact our day-to-da...

In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the persistent issue of the gender pay gap and its connection to parenthood. We begin by exploring eye-opening statistics that reveal how little progress has been made in closing the pay gap over the past two decades. Despite women earning an average of 82% of what men earned in 2022, similar to the gap in 2002, the nuances reveal stark disparities....

In Episode 24 of The Corporate Sellouts Podcast, we explore the growing trend of companies mandating employees to come back to the office. Our research articles shed light on the topic, including "The Future of Work is Hybrid, and Here To Stay" by Massimo Rapparini and "Is this the end of the remote work era?" by Juliana Kaplan & Madison Hoff. We examine key themes and stat...

Agile and scrum are two seemingly boring but actually shockingly useful concepts, traditionally for software engineering, but applicable in all sorts of roles, and in everyday life! In episode 23 of The Corporate Sellouts Podcast, Certified ScrumMaster Tori breaks down the ins and outs of agile and scrum and how teams and individuals can use it for their teams, work, and lives to become more produ...

In this second part in our series about generational differences, Taylor and Tori dive into specifically what sets Gen Z apart in the workplace and how they’re different from generations before, including Millennials. Topics addressed in this episode: Defining characteristics of Gen Z vs. Millennials How Gen Z has and is projected to influence the workforce The paradox of Gen Z having similar char...

Season 3 of The Corporate Sellouts Podcast kicks off with a controversial two part topic: Generational differences. In episode 21, we answer the question, are millennials and Gen Z less ambitious than previous generations (Gen X, Baby Boomers, etc)? We take a look at the data, expert opinions, and individuals’ experience regarding generational differences in working styles, and opinion on work and...

Episode 20 welcomes special guest, transformational coach Matt Doan — helping burned-out corporate professionals create freedom and live Uncaged - building in time for other passions while still living the corporate life. Inspired by 15 demanding years in management consulting, he helps high-achievers build a career and life on their terms. Matt is a husband, father, speaker, and entrepreneur.  To...

Episode 19 is the second installment of a two-part series on getting promoted, where we answer the question most people think to themselves upon getting promoted: I’ve been promoted…now what??  We’ve taken the best advice from several articles (as always) and combined it with some of our own experience to put together our Corporate Sellouts top tips on how to handle promotions like a pro. Topics a...

Episode 18 is the first installment of a two-part series on getting promoted, where we answer one big question: how do you get promoted??  We’ve taken the best advice from several articles (as always) and combined it with some of our own experience to put together our Corporate Sellouts top tips to getting promoted.    Topics addressed in this episode: When have we been promoted and how did we do...

In honor of International Women’s Day, episode 17 of The Corporate Sellouts Podcast dives into the elusive topic of Invisible Labor in the workplace, and discuss how it can negatively impact women.  Turns out women are more likely to take on office housework such as planning events, leading committees and putting together slides, while men are the ones who are more likely to be recognized. Topics...

Side hustles are a way of life for many millennials, even ones with full time corporate jobs - including Corporate Sellouts co-hosts Tori & Taylor! In this episode, we discuss our experiences with side hustles (hint: this is not the first business venture we’ve embarked on together, in addition to our 9-5s), and how you can also be successful navigating side hustles + the corporate world. Topi...

We've got a Sellout Mama in the house! We are beyond thrilled to announce that our gorgeous and stunning co-host Taylor is having a BABY! Today's episode is all about navigating pregnancy in the corporate world - from when to tell your boss, to knowing your rights in the workplace as a pregnant person and new parent, to all of Taylor's tips and tricks learned so far. This is a must listen if you a...

Let's be honest, the corporate world is anxiety-ridden by nature. In this week's episode, Tori and Taylor consult the experts on how to mitigate anxiety and stress in the workplace.  They discuss what anxiety feels like and share tactics to face anxiety head on.  Take a deep breath, meditate, talk to your therapist, and then give this episode a listen!  Topics addressed in this epis...

In this week's episode, Taylor and Tori discuss the findings from the longest running study on happiness to answer the question: can you be happy in any job? They look at tips from researchers Robert Waldinger and Marcus Buckingham to determine how to improve happiness at work and outside of it. And turns out, it's a lot more simple than you think!  Topics addressed in this episode: Intro / w...

Today’s episode covers everyone’s favorite time of year in the corporate world, performance reviews.  Taylor and Tori break down how to write self-evaluations and set goals that will make you look *good* to your boss AND help your career progression!  Topics addressed in this episode:  Intro - what are Self-Evaluations? What do they look like at different companies? (4:53) Tips for...

Happy New Year sellouts!!  Your favorite corporate girlies are back with an all new season after a few weeks off for the holidays.  This episode discusses ADHD and what it can look like in a corporate setting.  Taylor shares her personal experience with ADHD and how the diagnosis has helped her become even better at her job.  We also talk about what symptoms look like, how to g...

In the final episode of season 1, Taylor and Tori recap their 5 biggest lessons learned in 2022.   1. Hybrid work is here to stay  2. It's an advantage to be the personality hire  3. Always overcommunicate  4. Make your manager look good  5. You don't have to be passionate about your job (but you should probably pretend to be) Thank you all for listening with us in 2022! W...

This week, the Corporate Sellouts interview Liz Carroll, a financial life coach and creator of The Mindful Money Method.   Liz guides high-achieving women in identifying their values & desires and creating a financial freedom & relief plan they love. Her clients rewrite their money story, dropping limiting beliefs, and achieve their goals through abundance. We talk to Liz about h...

In Episode 8 of The Corporate Sellouts podcast, Taylor and Tori address a looming question on everyone’s minds: how can I protect my job and finances in a recession? They discuss why it’s NOT the right time to start “quiet quitting” and instead time to set yourself apart as a valuable member of your team. They also dive into preparation strategies to put your mind at ease if you feel that layoffs...

This week’s episode of The Corporate Sellouts podcast includes a deep dive into Tori’s career in both Finance and Tech, and working in corporate strategy/risk mitigation.  We weigh the pros and cons of working in these two different industries and the difference in cultures, and also discuss what it takes to make a career shift. Plus, a special sellout celebration! Questions we answer in toda...

In this week’s episode, Taylor and Tori dive into the TikTok trending concept of a “personality hire”.  They take a look at the psychology of what makes up a personality hire (think charisma, extraversion and humor) and discuss how personality can help you get ahead in the workplace.  Also featured: the first ever “Inbox Zero” segment! Questions we answer in today’s episode: How far can...