Is AI stealing jobs—or is this just another market cycle? Greg says it’s both, and the real win is learning how to navigate the process without getting played.
The Layoff Dominoes
This episode is part market reality check, part career self-defense: layoffs may be unavoidable, but being informed, visible, and aligned can shift the odds—and if a PIP lands in your lap, you need to treat it like a countdown, not a training plan.
Honesty Kills Interviews
From “I’m a people person” to the all-time classic “I’m a perfectionist,” Greg explains which cringey interview lines are harmless… and which comments (like trashing your old boss) can get you instantly crossed off the list. Bonus: why salary and benefits questions can backfire if you bring them up too soon.
Credit Checks, Reply-All Chaos
Can a bad credit score tank your job chances? Greg breaks down how employer credit checks used to work—and why (with a few exceptions) they’re getting pushed out of the hiring process. Then it’s on to everyone’s favorite workplace menace: Reply All. Greg’s verdict on one-word “masterpieces” like “Great” and “Noted” is simple: your gratitude is appreciated, but your inbox behavior is not.
Don’t Retire Angry
Thinking about retiring? Greg explains why this isn’t a decision to make on emotion—or over email. He shares how much notice to give, why timing matters, and how to protect yourself if layoffs or severance packages are in play.
Working Smarter, Not Lazier
AI can save time—or quietly create more work. Greg breaks down how to address coworkers who rely too heavily on technology without sounding anti-innovation, and where human judgment still matters most.
Always Job Ready
Even if you love your job, Greg explains why staying “new job ready” is the smartest career resolution you can make. From keeping your resume fresh to sharpening your LinkedIn presence, preparation beats panic every time.
CEO of You
Inspired by a CEO’s viral advice—“Nobody cares about your career as much as you do”—Greg doubles down on being the CEO of You: lead the discussion, be clear about what you want, and make your boss a partner in your path.
Quiet Boss, Strong Leader
Can introverts really be great managers? Greg explains why soft-spoken leaders often outperform the loudmouths, why the old screaming-boss era is over, and somehow works in a debate about taking your shoes off at the office.
Hybrid vs. Hardcore Office
Instagram says: back to the office, five days a week. Greg breaks down why this bold move might boost creativity and collaboration—but also push some employees right out the door. He explains why hybrid work is here to stay and how early-career workers lose out when they never set foot in the office.
Holiday Job Hunt Myths
Should you stop applying for jobs over the holidays, or double down while everyone else hits pause? Greg breaks down smarter search strategies, how to handle last-minute schedule changes at work, and why a little extra effort can earn you big points with your boss.
Five Years, No Ladder
Greg explains why waiting five years for a promotion convo is five years too long—and how to ask for a clear path without sounding unhappy. Plus, the truth about boss “gossip” and turning steam into solutions. Internal transfers? He’s got the playbook.
Before You Blow Up Your Career...
Feeling fried at work? Greg dives into burnout—why it happens, what to do about it, and how to tell if it’s your job, your boss, or just time for a break. Plus, how to ask your boss why you didn’t get that promotion without losing your cool.
Socks in the Office
Greg tackles the hot-button “socks at work” debate — NYC sidewalks vs. office carpets — and why hygiene, not outrage, should lead. Then he breaks down managing friendships after a promotion without tripping over egos.
Boundaries in the Breakroom
Feeling sidelined by your manager’s favorites? Greg shares a feedback-first playbook—and a friendly way to tell chatty teammates, “let’s save that for after work.”
Resume Reality Check
Greg Giangrande is back with more no-nonsense career wisdom. From resume myths to real-world networking tips, learn how to stop sending and start connecting.
Hooking the Right Job
Sending out resumes and getting no bites? Greg Giangrande explains why tailoring your resume is like switching up the bait—and how to reel in the right opportunity.
Job Hugging Explained
Job hugging is the newest buzzword on the workplace trend list. Greg Giangrande breaks down what it really means and whether holding tight to your job is a smart move — or just comfort zone inertia.
Post At Your Peril
Your First Amendment rights don’t shield you from private employers. Greg explains where workplace policy begins and your “hot takes” should end.
Pivot Without Panic
Thinking about changing careers but not sure where to start? Greg Giangrande breaks down why pivots are common, how to reskill wisely, and why it’s never too late to make your work meaningful.