The career podcast your job doesn't want you to know about. 😈
Having no professional training in human resources whatsoever, friends Ali and Kayla casually discuss what they've learned, avoided, and overcome in their own careers so you can do better in yours.
Note: This show contains profanity. Listener discretion advised.
Disclaimer: As the title of our show conveys, we are not HR professionals. The topics discussed in this show are for entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as expert career advice.
AI Transparency: We may occasionally rely on artificial intelligence or AI-enabled tools to assist in the production, editing, or promotion of this podcast. However, we will never use AI to intentionally mislead, impersonate, or deceptively portray people or information.
Send your workplace stories, questions, show feedback, or advertising opportunities to unofficialhrpodcast@gmail.com.
💜 Connect with us: linktr.ee/unofficialhr (https://linktr.ee/unofficialhr)
Ep 17 - Job green flags, prejudices in nursing, and early plans for Season 2!
Good communication, flexible scheduling, respectful boundaries... all the green flags.You might enjoy this episode if you:- Enjoy positive job characteristics and job green flags- Want to hear about other people's workplace green flags- Have a job you aren't 100% satisfied with, want a new job, or are currently applying- Had a job you hated in the past- Are a nurse or have worked in nursing- Are active military or a military veteran- Work in corporate America- Are curious about other people's...
13 Sept 2024
Ep 16 - Job red flags, beware the P's, and... actually getting hired!
Keep your piss poor planning and personal problems out of the workplace.You might enjoy this episode if you:- Are curious about red flags at work- Want to hear about other people's workplace red flags- Have a job you aren't 100% satisfied with, want a new job, or are currently applying- Had a job you hated in the past- Are a nurse or have worked in nursing- Are active military or a military veteran- Work in corporate America- Are curious about other people's career and job hunt experiences- E...
23 Aug 2024
Ep 15 - Comparing yourself to others, what we should teach young people, and a deep love of cheese danish
Maybe she's born with it, maybe it's generational wealth...You might enjoy this episode if you:- Often compare yourself to your coworkers- Felt a little lost in college- Wish adults would have explained things more to you as a kid- Love cheese danish more than all the other danishes - Have a job you aren't 100% satisfied with, want a new job, or are currently applying- Had a job you hated in the past- Are a nurse or have worked in nursing- Are active military or a military veteran- Work ...
16 Aug 2024
Ep 14 - Multitasking culture at work, the gender pay gap, and a red-flag F word
What does it really mean to multitask? And when did it become a required skill for so many jobs...? Related links:The Mind, Explained: "How to Focus"Explained: "Why Women Are Paid Less"Forbes: Married Men’s Careers Benefit More Than Married Women: How To Change ThatLibrary of Congress: Telework and the French "Right to Disconnect"You might enjoy this episode if you:- Have trouble multitasking- Have trouble focusing- Like documentaries- Have a job you aren't 100% satisfied with, want a n...
9 Aug 2024
Ep 13 - Finding meaning outside of work, retirement outlook, and trying new hobbies
How many years does the average person have left after they retire? Not enough...
Related links:
Life Expectancy After Retirement (https://www.forbes.com/sites/stevevernon/2024/02/01/life-expectancy-after-retirementheres-what-to-expect/)
You might enjoy this episode if you:
- Feel too wrapped up in your career identity
- Expect retirement to solve all your problems
- Are struggling to figure out who you are
- Are a nurse or have worked in nursing
- Are active military or a military veteran
- Work in corporate America
- Are curious about other people's career and job hunt experiences
- Enjoy casual conversations between friends
- Don't mind excessive swearing
- Don't mind less-than-perfect audio (we are entirely self-produced and edited!)
- Want to support indie podcasters
💜
Note: This show contains profanity. Listener discretion advised.
Disclaimer: As the title of our show suggests, we are not HR professionals. The topics discussed in this show are for entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as expert career advice.
AI Transparency: We may occasionally rely on artificial intelligence or AI-enabled tools to assist in the production, editing, or promotion of this podcast. We will never use AI to mislead, impersonate, or deceptively portray other people or information.
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Send your workplace stories, questions, show feedback, or advertising opportunities to unofficialhrpodcast@gmail.com.
💜 Connect with us: linktr.ee/unofficialhr (https://linktr.ee/unofficialhr)
2 Aug 2024
Ep 12 - Handling job search rejection, burnout, and staying motivated in your job hunt
Why does it feel like companies are ghosting job applicants like LinkedIn's the new Tinder?
In this episode, we talk about how we manage job application rejection and job search burnout.
Related links:
The National Crisis Helpline (US only) (https://988lifeline.org/)
iHire survey on job search mental health (https://www.ihire.com/resourcecenter/jobseeker/pages/half-of-candidates-say-job-searching-harms-mental-health-how-to-ease-job-search-stress)
Mr. Beast's housing project video (https://youtu.be/KkCXLABwHP0?si=5oVWnM_wPt-0xOYa)
You might enjoy this episode if you:
- Are job hunting while unemployed
- Are submitting applications while trying to leave a job
- Are feeling burnt out in your job search
- Are a nurse or have worked in nursing
- Are active military or a military veteran
- Work in corporate America
- Are curious about other people's career and job hunt experiences
- Enjoy casual conversations between friends
- Don't mind excessive swearing
- Don't mind less-than-perfect audio (we are entirely self-produced and edited!)
- Want to support indie podcasters
💜
Note: This show contains profanity. Listener discretion advised.
Disclaimer: As the title of our show suggests, we are not HR professionals. The topics discussed in this show are for entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as expert career advice.
AI Transparency: We may occasionally rely on artificial intelligence or AI-enabled tools to assist in the production, editing, or promotion of this podcast. We will never use AI to mislead, impersonate, or deceptively portray other people or information.
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Send your workplace stories, questions, show feedback, or advertising opportunities to unofficialhrpodcast@gmail.com.
💜 Connect with us: linktr.ee/unofficialhr (https://linktr.ee/unofficialhr)
19 Jul 2024
Ep 11 - Childhood dream jobs, adulting realities, and military spouse challenges
Fireman, fashion designer, cave person, and literal angel all seemed like viable career options to us as kids...
You might enjoy this episode if you:
- Fantasized as a kid about what you wanted to be when you grew up
- Know who Jesse McCartney, Aaron Carter, and The Cheetah Girls are
- Have a job you aren't 100% satisfied with, want a new job, or are currently applying
- Had a job you hated in the past
- Are curious about other people's career experiences
- Enjoy casual conversations between friends
- Don't mind excessive swearing
- Don't mind less-than-perfect audio (we are entirely self-produced and edited!)
- Want to support indie podcasters
💜
Note: This show contains profanity. Listener discretion advised.
Disclaimer: As the title of our show suggests, we are not HR professionals. The topics discussed in this show are for entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as expert career advice.
AI Transparency: We may occasionally rely on artificial intelligence or AI-enabled tools to assist in the production, editing, or promotion of this podcast. We will never use AI to mislead, impersonate, or deceptively portray other people or information.
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Send your workplace stories, questions, show feedback, or advertising opportunities to unofficialhrpodcast@gmail.com.
💜 Connect with us: linktr.ee/unofficialhr (https://linktr.ee/unofficialhr)
5 Jul 2024
Ep 10 - Rover pet sitting, side hustles, and gig economy jobs
Maybe take the handcuffs off the bedframe before the dog sitter comes over...
You might enjoy this episode if you:
- Have a side hustle or side gig that you do in addition to working full-time
- Are curious about the gig economy and side hustle opportunities
- Have done pet sitting through Rover or are considering it
- Have a job you aren't 100% satisfied with, want a new job, or are currently applying
- Had a job you hated in the past
- Are curious about other people's career experiences
- Are confused about what your employer can tell you to do
- Enjoy casual conversations between friends
- Don't mind excessive swearing
- Don't mind less-than-perfect audio (we are entirely self-produced and edited!)
- Want to support indie podcasters
💜
Note: This show contains profanity. Listener discretion advised.
Disclaimer: As the title of our show conveys, we are not HR professionals. The topics discussed in this show are for entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as expert career advice.
AI Transparency: We may occasionally rely on artificial intelligence or AI-enabled tools to assist in the production, editing, or promotion of this podcast. However, we will never use AI to intentionally mislead, impersonate, or deceptively portray people or information.
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Send your workplace stories, questions, show feedback, or advertising opportunities to unofficialhrpodcast@gmail.com.
💜 Connect with us: linktr.ee/unofficialhr (https://linktr.ee/unofficialhr)
28 Jun 2024
Ep 9 - Work life balance, setting boundaries, and should you add coworkers on social media?
What better way to tell if a coworker respects your boundaries than by ignoring their follow request?
Note: This show contains profanity. Listener discretion advised.
Disclaimer: As the title of our show implies, we are not HR professionals. The topics discussed in this show are for entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as expert career advice.
Send your own workplace questions and stories, show feedback, or advertising opportunities to unofficialhrpodcast@gmail.com.
💜 Connect with us: linktr.ee/unofficialhr (https://linktr.ee/unofficialhr)
14 Jun 2024
Ep 8 - In-person job fairs, cover letters, and useless interview etiquette
Who else had to take a weird job interview etiquette class in high school or college?
You might enjoy this episode if you:
- Are currently job hunting and want to hear other job applicants' stories
- Are curious about job fairs
- Want to know if you really need a cover letter
- Are a nurse or have worked in nursing
- Are active military or a military veteran
- Work in corporate America
- Have a job you aren't 100% satisfied with, want a new job, or are currently applying
- Had a job you hated in the past
- Are curious about other people's career experiences
- Are confused about what your employer can tell you to do
- Enjoy casual conversations between friends
- Don't mind excessive swearing
- Don't mind less-than-perfect audio (we are entirely self-produced and edited!)
- Want to support indie podcasters
💜
Note: This show contains profanity. Listener discretion advised.
Disclaimer: As the title of our show conveys, we are not HR professionals. The topics discussed in this show are for entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as expert career advice.
AI Transparency: We may occasionally rely on artificial intelligence or AI-enabled tools to assist in the production, editing, or promotion of this podcast. However, we will never use AI to intentionally mislead, impersonate, or deceptively portray people or information.
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Send your workplace stories, questions, show feedback, or advertising opportunities to unofficialhrpodcast@gmail.com.
💜 Connect with us: linktr.ee/unofficialhr (https://linktr.ee/unofficialhr)
14 Jun 2024
Ep 8 - In-person job fairs, cover letters, and useless etiquette tips
Who else had to take a weird job interview etiquette class in high school or college?
Note: This show contains profanity. Listener discretion advised.
Disclaimer: As the title of our show implies, we are not HR professionals. The topics discussed in this show are for entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as expert career advice.
Send your own workplace questions and stories, show feedback, or advertising opportunities to unofficialhrpodcast@gmail.com.
💜 Connect with us: linktr.ee/unofficialhr (https://linktr.ee/unofficialhr)
7 Jun 2024
Ep 7 - Virtual job fairs, outdated job application tips, and are companies listing jobs that are actually open?
Are virtual job fairs just data-collection schemes? And how many job postings are for positions that are LEGITIMATELY open?!
Note: This show contains profanity. Listener discretion advised.
Disclaimer: As the title of our show implies, we are not HR professionals. The topics discussed in this show are for entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as expert career advice.
Send your own workplace questions and stories, show feedback, or advertising opportunities to unofficialhrpodcast@gmail.com.
💜 Connect with us: linktr.ee/unofficialhr (https://linktr.ee/unofficialhr)
31 May 2024
Ep 6 - Job hunting trials and tribulations, imposter syndrome, and avoiding job scams
What's your job application style? One of us is thoughtful and selective and one goes the spray-and-pray route...
Note: This show contains profanity. Listener discretion advised.
Disclaimer: As the title of our show implies, we are not HR professionals. The topics discussed in this show are for entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as expert career advice.
Send your own workplace questions and stories, show feedback, or advertising opportunities to unofficialhrpodcast@gmail.com.
💜 Connect with us: linktr.ee/unofficialhr (https://linktr.ee/unofficialhr)
24 May 2024
Ep 5 - Passion vs pay, comparing our Myers-Briggs types, and Indeed horror stories
Is it just us, or are the companies hiring on Indeed a special kind of f*cked?...
Note: This show contains profanity. Listener discretion advised.
Disclaimer: As the title of our show implies, we are not HR professionals. The topics discussed in this show are for entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as expert career advice.
Send your own workplace questions and stories, show feedback, or advertising opportunities to unofficialhrpodcast@gmail.com.
💜 Connect with us: linktr.ee/unofficialhr
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10 May 2024
Ep 4 - Work culture differences around the world and the post-travel sads
Europeans be taking their lunch breaks...
Note: This show contains profanity. Listener discretion advised.
Disclaimer: As the title of our show implies, we are not HR professionals. The topics discussed in this show are for entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as expert career advice.
Send your own workplace questions and stories, show feedback, or advertising opportunities to unofficialhrpodcast@gmail.com.
💜 Connect with us: linktr.ee/unofficialhr (https://linktr.ee/unofficialhr)
26 Apr 2024
Ep 3 - Leavin' for Mexico: Job hopping, travel and burnout
The stigma of staying for less than a year vs. knowing when it's time to go...
Note: This show contains profanity. Listener discretion advised.
Disclaimer: As the title of our show implies, we are not HR professionals. The topics discussed in this show are for entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as expert career advice.
Send your own workplace questions and stories, show feedback, or advertising opportunities to unofficialhrpodcast@gmail.com.
💜 Connect with us: linktr.ee/unofficialhr (https://linktr.ee/unofficialhr)
19 Apr 2024
Ep 2 - Early career moves, work motivation, quotes, and inspo
Sometimes your hustle is folding panties at Victoria's Secret, sometimes you need a little inspiration...
Note: This show contains profanity. Listener discretion advised.
Disclaimer: As the title of our show implies, we are not HR professionals. The topics discussed in this show are for entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as expert career advice.
Send your own workplace questions and stories, show feedback, or advertising opportunities to unofficialhrpodcast@gmail.com.
💜 Connect with us: linktr.ee/unofficialhr (https://linktr.ee/unofficialhr)
13 Apr 2024
Ep 1 - Work-related expenses, PTO, and four years of friendship
A nurse and a marketer walk into a bar...
You might enjoy this episode if you:
- Think paid time off should be actual paid time away from your job
- Have had to pay out of pocket for work expenses
- Are a nurse or have worked in nursing
- Are active military or a military veteran
- Work in corporate America
- Have a job you aren't 100% satisfied with, want a new job, or are currently job hunting
- Had a job you hated in the past
- Are curious about other people's career experiences
- Are confused about what your employer can tell you to do
- Enjoy casual conversations between friends
- Don't mind excessive swearing
- Don't mind less-than-perfect audio (we are entirely self-produced and edited!)
- Want to support indie podcasters
💜
Note: This show contains profanity. Listener discretion advised.
Disclaimer: As the title of our show suggests, we are not HR professionals. The topics discussed in this show are for entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as expert career advice.
AI Transparency: We may occasionally rely on artificial intelligence or AI-enabled tools to assist in the production, editing, or promotion of this podcast. We will never use AI to mislead, impersonate, or deceptively portray other people or information.
--------------------------------
Send your workplace stories, questions, show feedback, or advertising opportunities to unofficialhrpodcast@gmail.com.
💜 Connect with us: linktr.ee/unofficialhr (https://linktr.ee/unofficialhr)
13 Apr 2024
Ep 1 - Career transitions, PTO, and four years of friendship
A nurse and a marketer walk into a bar...
Note: This show contains profanity. Listener discretion advised.
Disclaimer: As the title of our show implies, we are not HR professionals. The topics discussed in this show are for entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as expert career advice.
Send your own workplace questions and stories, show feedback, or advertising opportunities to unofficialhrpodcast@gmail.com.
💜 Connect with us: linktr.ee/unofficialhr (https://linktr.ee/unofficialhr)
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