Take It Offline

Mike and Nate kick off a four-part series inspired by Atomic Habits by James Clear. This isn’t a book review – it’s a conversation about how small intentional choices shape who we become. In Part 1, the guys explore the power of cues, why our habits often run on autopilot, and practical ways to make positive change obvious.

Mike & Nate are back at it with actionable tips for improving your communication as well as some tactics for self-imposed growth. And also: is a movie better when you know the ending? (You’re either team Mike or team Nate!) Take It Offline starts . . . right now.

Communication requirements radically shift as you move from managing projects to people. From strategy and tactics to context switching to leading through crisis, Mike & Nate break down the evolution of communication from the front lines to the C-suite.

Good leadership and effective communication are inseparable. But what are the components of good communication exactly? Because in the end, it’s not what you say that matters - it’s what people hear.

Can you be a great leader if you’re a terrible communicator? Or does leadership fall apart the moment people stop understanding you? This week the guys discuss where the line really is between bad communication and bad leadership.

Mike brought the quarters. Nate brought the questions. It’s time to pull the plunger and see who gets the high score!

Weaker or stronger? Higher or lower? Complimentary or conflicting? Join the guys as they debate the difference between Standards and Expectations.

In business and in life - is there a place for mediocrity? Mike & Nate break it down. (Plus one of the guys has a high-achieving bathroom fixture.)

Are high achievers and mediocre people really at odds? Join the conversation as Mike & Nate debate the issue. Plus, hear Mike’s Yelp review of Canada’s only nude beach.

Burnout. It happens. But who’s responsible? And who’s to blame? Better question - what are you going to do about it? Mike & Nate discuss all this and more as we Take It Offline.

Burnout. Is it real? Or is it simply good, ol’ fashioned, everyday workplace stress? Mike & Nate dig into the research and explore the most current trends. (And how modern work culture may have blurred the lines.) It’s Part 1 of our first-ever two-part episode this week on Take It Offline.

Leadership cliches. They’re infinitely quotable and often motivational. But are they actually factual? The studio heats up as Mike & Nate offer their HOT takes. Join us, won’t you?

Just because something is legal, does that make it okay? Can you keep your values and still succeed? Do any of us really know what our values are? Mike & Nate tackle all that and more on this episode of Take It Offline.

Missions, visions - everyone’s got one. But does any of it matter? Or do they all stink? Join the guys as they talk everything from moon landings to company standings.

Join Mike & Nate as they take on the remote vs. hybrid vs. in-office debate. The stats are solid, the debate is spirited, and the outcome may not be what you’re expecting.