Cubicle Confidential

In this episode, Chris and Tim offer advice on collaborating with co-workers from around the globe. The hosts discuss a resource for assessing and developing “cultural competence.”  Are you a Gemini?…

Tune in to hear Chris and Tim help listeners navigate the sense and sensibility of eating at the office and weigh the risks and rewards of drinking with clients. Is there a new sponsor on the horizon…

How do you deal with a little old lady who happens to be a liar and a slacker and a favorite of the owner?  Can you advance as the nice guy at a firm full of cut-throat alphas?  In this episode Chris…

This week Chris and Tim give tips on starting a job search and navigating changes to the work from home policy. We also talk through some practical advice for a smooth re-entry after a vacation.

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In this episode we wade into the waters of the grumps, the grumblers, the bellyachers and malcontents. Chris and Tim offer advice on dealing with whining in the workplace and share takeaways from an …

This week we hear from listeners struggling to toe the company line when they have reservations about the products they’re asked to sell. Tune in to hear Chris and Tim discuss navigating company misf…

Tune in to hear Chris and Tim discuss “Lessons in Strategery Part Two.”  You’ll understand the title when you hear the podcast.

These next two weeks will be a little different here at Cubicle Confiden…

These next two weeks will be a little different here at Cubicle Confidential. Tim McClure, the owner of Blue Oak Consulting LLC will be the substitute co-host with Chris De Santis while Mary wraps up…

During a recent Managing Up presentation, Mary received some questions about dealing with a variety of bosses. She thought it would be fun to get Chris’ input on them, too!

Tune into this week’s episo…

This week we hear from a listener trying to figure out how to select a candidate for a promotion, one seeking to climb the corporate ladder, and another one who realized their new role isn’t all it’s…

Do office holiday parties get you in the festive spirit or turn you into the Grinch?

Our listeners are navigating some ho, ho, horribly awkward holiday situations at work.

Tune in to hear Mary and Chri…

When was the last time you did something brave in your job or career?

This week, we hear from listeners trying to find their voice in meetings, harness extra energy for a retreat, and confront an exec…

What work situations make you cringe?

Some of our listeners find themselves stuck in awkward situations and need support to figure out what to do!

Tune in to hear Mary and Chris’ advice about job chang…

Decisions, decisions!

This week, our listeners are trying to decide if they (or others) should stay in their jobs or move on to greener pastures… 

Tune in to hear Mary and Chris’ advice on retirement, …

Do you strive for fame and fortune?

Some of our listeners do, too and others have already achieved it.

In this week’s show, Mary and Chris address the wins and woes of being famous!

Too Big for His Bree…

Are you more of an optimist, pessimist, or realist?

This week, we hear from listeners who find it challenging to work with bosses or coworkers on the other end of that spectrum. Tune in to hear Mary a…

All human beings have a neuropsychological need for status. We need to feel that we are worthy and valued in the eyes of others. So, what happens when people lower our status? Or when we feel our sta…

Do you know the number one aspect of creating high-performance organizations?

If you said trust, you nailed it!

This week, we hear from listeners who want to earn trust or learn to trust. Tune in to he…

On this week’s re-release schedule, we have a fan favorite from Season Two – “It’s Not Me, It’s You.” This episode is all about dealing with annoying people because, unfortunately, they always have b…

This week, we’re re-releasing our most popular episode from Season One and third most popular episode of all time – Promotion Motion. If you’re here to accelerate your career, you came to the right p…