Career Blindspot
Frustrated even though you “did everything right”? That is why we started a podcast for Career Blindspot to talk about what work nuance, triggers, clichés, and most importantly, how to do better for ourselves. 200 episodes in and counting. 🎙️ Tune in, share, and put it to use—because 40 plus hours/week may not be your whole life, but it is still your life.
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Vasectomy!? Vasecta-You!!
11/17/2025
Vasectomy!? Vasecta-You!!
“It lifted a weight off your shoulders I did not realize I was holding.” – JK CBQ: Why did you get a vasectomy? Summary: Juan and Courtney use a very personal story to expose an overlooked leadership truth: responsibility shared is pressure reduced, and sometimes the smallest physical procedure removes the biggest emotional load. HIGHLIGHTS “It was a pinch for you. It was surgery for me.” – Courtney “I did not realize I wasn’t lifting weight off your shoulders.” – Juan “Men get praised for showing up. Women get questioned.” – Juan “Sometimes the leadership move is doing the thing that makes life easier for someone else.” – Juan | | Juan | Courtney → Your listening perspective matters – .
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Confessions of CoWorking
11/10/2025
Confessions of CoWorking
"Getting out of the house makes us do work better.” – Courtney CBQ: Why are we in a phone booth at Industrious? Juan and Courtney pull back the curtain on their recording setup to unpack the modern co-working experience—why intentional environments matter more than trendy spaces, and how isolation quietly kills creativity. HIGHLIGHTS “Getting out of the house makes us do work better.” – Courtney “I chose co-working because I wanted human experience.” – Juan “Just because I do not get energy from people does not mean I should avoid them.” – Courtney “Until you are intentional about it, you will be stuck in an office or stuck at home—with lonely company.” – Juan “Who do you actually want to run into?” – Juan | | Juan | Courtney → Your listening perspective matters – .
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Doomscroll or Researching?
10/19/2025
Doomscroll or Researching?
“It is not the content. It is the intention behind it.” – Courtney CBQ: What is the difference between doom-scrolling and researching on your phone? Summary: Juan and Courtney dissect the blurry line between learning and avoidance—why “research” can be productive curiosity or just another flavor of self-distraction. HIGHLIGHTS “Doom-scrolling is when I am not actually going to apply what I learned.” – Courtney “Body-doubling helps neurodiverse people get things done.” – Courtney “Investing in yourself is different from retail therapy.” – Juan “I do not deserve this notebook? Yes you do. Start using it.” – Juan “Repurpose something you already have - intention beats novelty.” – Juan | | | → Your listening perspective matters - .
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DIY Can't I Delegate?
10/13/2025
DIY Can't I Delegate?
“DIY starts with ego, but ends with humility.” – Juan Kingsbury CBQ: Why is DIY a mixed bag of fun and frustration? Juan and Courtney break down the trap of “doing it all yourself.” From home projects to leadership habits, they reveal how ego fuels the start, but humility gets the job done. HIGHLIGHTS “When you DIY, you eventually have to delegate.” “The real skill is knowing who to delegate to.” “Letting go of control is not weakness, it is awareness.” “No one will care for your baby the same way you do.” “If your projects are unfinished, check your ego.” | | | → Your listening perspective matters - .
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Inside the NBA EGO
10/06/2025
Inside the NBA EGO
“The egos are shaping the meeting — and whether your mission is accomplished or not.” – Juan CBQ: What Egos are shaping your meetings? (*Why does Juan love Inside the NBA?) Juan and Courtney break down the leadership lessons hidden inside Inside the NBA. From Barkley’s bluntness to Shaq’s dominance, Kenny’s analogies, and Ernie’s calm structure, it is more than sports talk — it is a masterclass in team dynamics. When strong personalities collide, who leads, who listens, and who actually moves the mission forward? HIGHLIGHTS 03:54 - "These are egos, and it reminds me of meetings where people hijack — not just executives, but anyone leading a team.” – Juan 11:05 "Silence can be just as deadly to progress as too much talking.” – Juan 10:50 “That's what it is, you got to appeal to people's motivations.” – Courtney | | | → Your listening perspective matters - .
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A Courtney of Thrills and Nerdiness
09/29/2025
A Courtney of Thrills and Nerdiness
“When’s the last time you thrilled yourself?” – Juan Kingsbury CBQ: When you find out someone has read A Court of Thorns and Roses, what are you instantly doing? Juan and Courtney unpack the joy of nerding out — from fantasy novels to comics to leadership. Leaders often chase productivity, but when is the last time you chased thrill? HIGHLIGHTS 1:09 “It is not just reading it, it is the joy of nerding out with someone else.” – Juan 2:39 “Nostalgia comforts, never thrills.” 4:38 “Everybody’s just looking to find where they belong.” – Courtney 9:48 “When’s the last time you instigated thrill?” – Juan | | | → Your listening perspective matters - . #thrill #nerdingout #leaderswhoread #fiction #community #culture #purpose #belonging #growth #careerblindspot
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Resisting Good Relationships
09/22/2025
Resisting Good Relationships
“Whenever I hear the word networking, I feel scuzzy. I don’t want to schmooze people, but the way you describe it makes it feel easier — it’s about really getting to know people.” - CK CBQ - What is your love language? Juan and Courtney discuss the resistance people feel in reaching out for advice or support, reframing networking as an act of offering value instead of seeking it. HIGHLIGHTS [00:04:16] “Leadership should not be lonely. Leadership isn’t lonely — it’s the opposite. You’re collaborating with people, delegating, and trusting them to deliver.” - JK [00:05:23] “It’s always a no if you don’t reach out.” - JK [00:10:14] “Call not just your best friends, but the ones you can truly be yourself around. Those friends remind you who you are, and we avoid them because they hold us accountable.” - JK | | | → Your listening perspective matters - .
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Juan's Disney Internship
09/15/2025
Juan's Disney Internship
"I wanted it. I was just doing the work to have that job, and I didn’t even know what the freaking job was." – JK Juan's Disney Internship CBQ: How come you never talk about what it was like to work at Disney? Juan reflects on his Disney internship 24 years ago, the risks he took despite his parents’ doubts, the odd jobs and lessons along the way, and how that leap helped shape his confidence to take risks in his career. HIGHLIGHTS 1:39 “Working at Disney World was like college without classes.” – Juan 4:52 “I can’t keep this medal…” – Juan 8:40 “I don’t think I’m gonna be an artist anymore.” – Juan 10:02 “The biggest lesson was like, I need toothpaste.” – Juan 13:45 “Reflect on your big risk in the past when you did something that other people were like, no, don’t do that. And you’re like, I’m doing it anyway.” – Juan Follow | | | → Your listening perspective matters - .
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All Maps Are Wrong
09/08/2025
All Maps Are Wrong
"I think so many people have antiquated old maps. Not bad, but if it's out of date, it's not helpful." - JK CBQ: Are you good at reading maps? Maps, like workplace rules, can be outdated or misleading if never questioned. In this episode, JK and CK share stories from hiking, corporate life, and cultural shifts to reveal how leaders and professionals often rely on old frameworks that no longer serve them. They challenge listeners to examine which “maps” need updating or discarding to navigate today’s work landscape. HIGHLIGHTS [00:52] "All maps are wrong—but some are useful.” – JK [03:31] "I think so many people have antiquated old maps. Not bad, but if it's out of date, it's not helpful." - JK [06:53] "Corporate rules tracked even how often you used the bathroom.” – CK [9:27] The rules you follow today might be overdue for a change.” – JK → Your listening perspective matters - . | | |
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Best. Bday. Ever.
09/01/2025
Best. Bday. Ever.
Full Video Episode on ! “I got pink glitter nails because I just do not care anymore.” – Courtney | | | CBQ: Why can celebrating yourself be a challenge? Turning 40 is often framed as a milestone of decline or denial. In this conversation, Juan and Courtney share the messy, joyful, and sometimes awkward truths about aging, celebrating, and the surprising ways birthdays can reveal our blindspots. This is not just about cake or sleep—it is about permission to be seen and supported. HIGHLIGHTS [00:19 “I have been waiting my whole life to turn 40—and now I am so excited.” – Courtney [1:18] “I got pink glitter nails because I just do not care anymore.” – Courtney [4:51] “I did not want to inconvenience people… but when they showed up, it mattered.” – Juan [7:09] “We do not realize how important it feels when people show up for us.” – Juan → Your listening perspective matters - .
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Blindspots Become A New Work Mindset
08/12/2025
Blindspots Become A New Work Mindset
"A New Work Mindset is like defragging the operating system of what you think work is supposed to be." - JK FREE - CBQ - What is a new work mindset? In final and 5th episode of the blindspot coaching series, we arrive at A New Work Mindset, Juan and Courtney explore what it means to redefine success and fulfillment in a rapidly evolving work environment. They unpack the final Blindspot by emphasizing the importance of raising personal standards while practicing self-compassion, and why adapting your mindset is crucial for sustainable growth. The conversation ties together all previous Blindspots, offering a reflective and empowering close to the series. HIGHLIGHTS [00:01:49] "Stuff's still gonna be hard... but when people embrace these Blindspots, they can move forward more intentionally." [00:03:17) "Just because you're nice or polite doesn't mean you're solving the problem." [00:05:01] "A New Work Mindset is like defragging the operating system of what you think work is supposed to be." [00:06:42] "The seed stays the same — it's the environment that you change to help it grow." [00:08:13] "Raise your standards for yourself, but also give yourself grace - that's the hard part." Follow Juan on Follow Courtney on Check out Follow on and → Your listening perspective matters - .
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Misunderstanding Conscious Leadership
08/07/2025
Misunderstanding Conscious Leadership
“If you don't have courage, you're not even in the middle of consciousness.” - Justin Foster CBQ - Why is being a conscious entrepreneur not the default? This episode explores why conscious entrepreneurship isn’t the norm, breaking down three key barriers: a lack of awareness around consciousness, systemic pressures that discourage it, and the false belief that consciousness and capitalism can’t coexist. The conversation dives into what it really takes to build a conscious business—moral clarity, scalable genius, and meaningful impact—while challenging common misconceptions about wealth and success. It also unpacks how influence, ethics, and personal fulfillment play a central role in redefining what it means to be a successful entrepreneur. [00:05:19] “If we just listened to our soul, we would never be insecure.” [00:06:08] “If you're a real entrepreneur, you look more like an artist.” [00:07:23] “Who are you without any of the labels?” [00:12:45] “If you don't have courage, you're not even in the middle of consciousness.” [00:24:30] “When you're conscious, guilty pleasures are just pleasures.” Follow Juan on Check out Follow on and → Your listening perspective matters - .
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Foundation Blindspot - Talent + Environment
08/04/2025
Foundation Blindspot - Talent + Environment
"To be able to articulate what we really want... that's a muscle we're not trained to use." - JK FREE - CBQ - What is a foundation blindspot?” This episode explores the Foundation Blindspot—where individuals struggle to articulate what they truly want due to a lack of clarity around their own talents and the environments that suit them best. Juan and Courtney discuss how assessments like DISC and Motivators, along with honest reflection, help individuals define meaningful career goals instead of defaulting to expectations. They emphasize the power of specificity and emotional insight in crafting fulfilling professional paths. HIGHLIGHTS [00:01:26] "I guess I just don't think about what I want... I think of what everybody else wants." [00:02:06] "People don't really know what they want—and it shows." [00:04:28] "To be able to articulate what we really want... that's a muscle we're not trained to use." [00:06:26] "The foundation is what do you want to do, not just what you can do." [00:12:03] "What pisses you off? That’s probably where your energy and purpose are hiding." Follow Juan on Follow Courtney on Check out Follow on and → Your listening perspective matters - .
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Video Clip of Ed Hermes
07/31/2025
Video Clip of Ed Hermes
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ROI of Volunteering with Ed Hermes
07/30/2025
ROI of Volunteering with Ed Hermes
🌵☕️ Visit 10% off your order when you mention "Career Blindspot PODCAST!" “Talk to people in your neighborhood. You’ll get a different perspective than the algorithm gives you.” - Ed Hermes CBQ - What’s harder for you: delegating or volunteering? [*See the video interview on .] In this engaging conversation, Ed Hermes, attorney, school board member, and Phoenix City Council candidate, shares how deep community involvement has shaped his leadership. From neighborhood bike rides to public service, Ed explores the ROI of volunteering, the struggle to delegate, and the power of simply showing up. Hosted by Juan Kingsbury, this episode is a rally cry for those who want stronger communities and a reminder that leadership starts locally. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS [00:02:40] “What are you going to say no to?” – Ed’s wife, reality check [00:05:02] “We’re the only industrialized country where pedestrian fatalities are going up.” [00:08:14] “You miss a lot when you’re speeding down the road.” [00:17:27] “The most important way to keep a neighborhood safe is knowing your neighbors.” [00:30:52] “Talk to people in your neighborhood. You’ll get a different perspective than the algorithm gives you.” Follow Juan on Check out Follow on and → Your listening perspective matters - .
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Resource Blindspot
07/28/2025
Resource Blindspot
“What knowledge or expertise am I lacking that is crucial to my goal?” FREE - CBQ - "What is the resource blindspot?” This episode unpacks the resource blind spot—the mistake of clinging to the wrong tools or credentials, especially under stress. Juan and Courtney discuss how people often default to familiar but ineffective resources, like unnecessary degrees or outdated strategies, instead of identifying what’s actually required to move forward. They explore how intentional reflection, strategic focus, and prioritizing the right hard skills can reveal the real tools that unlock growth. HIGHLIGHTS [00:00:14] “People overfocus on using the wrong tool—especially when they’re panicked.” [00:02:55] “What’s absolutely integral to you getting to the top of that mountain?” [00:03:52] “You have a degree—so you’ve taken a course. But have you built something?” [00:05:07] “When have I had good luck, bad luck, and made intentional decisions?” [00:06:53] “What knowledge or expertise am I lacking that is crucial to my goal?” Follow Juan on Follow Courtney on Check out Follow on and → Your listening perspective matters - .
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Network Blindspot
07/21/2025
Network Blindspot
“We talk too much or too little at networking events because we’re insecure.” FREE - CBQ - What is the network blindspot?” This episode dives into the network blind spot—the limiting belief that networking is awkward, desperate, or only useful when you're job hunting. Juan and Courtney reframe it as intentional collaboration and connection rooted in shared value, not forced small talk. They offer practical ways to network authentically through passion, volunteering, and EQ awareness. [00:02:11] “I feel like networking makes me look desperate.” [00:06:17] “This is kind of work therapy—a Trojan horse for the real stuff.” [00:06:45] “We talk too much or too little at networking events because we’re insecure.” [00:08:15] “I love the work—even when I don’t love the people.” [00:12:54] “Lower your standards for where to go—and raise them for who gets your presence.” Follow Juan on Follow Courtney on Check out Follow on and → Your listening perspective matters - .
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Skills Blindspot
07/14/2025
Skills Blindspot
“Double down on a skill you love — it’ll give you energy to hit your goal.” FREE - CBQ: What is the skills blindspot?” We kick off the Blindspot coaching in REVERSE with the SKILLS BLINDSPOT. This episode highlights challenges such as time management and influencing others that leaders may struggle with despite excelling in goal orientation and personal accountability. To address this, the episode advises identifying and developing skills that energize and those that hinder progress, advocating for a balanced approach to skill enhancement. It emphasizes starting small and being mindful of skills being avoided to effectively achieve goals. Up next NETWORK BLINDSPOT! Highlights: [00:00:54] “We hired you because you know how to program, but we promote you because you’re a good leader and communicate effectively.” [00:02:06] “I have the title, I have the pay, but I'm missing something. I'm stuck. I'm overwhelmed.” [00:06:41] “I waste a lot of time on things that are not the priority — just somebody else’s urgency.” [00:09:14] “Sometimes you’re the COO. Sometimes I’m the COO. Sometimes we need to hire a CEO.” [00:11:22] “Double down on a skill you love — it’ll give you energy to hit your goal.” Follow Juan on Follow Courtney on Check out Follow on and → Your listening perspective matters - .
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Superman's Leadership
07/07/2025
Superman's Leadership
“The classic Superman is raised by values—dare I say, conservative values.” CBQ - Who is Superman to you? Episode Summary This episode explores the character of Superman as a metaphor for leadership and values in modern work and life. Juan and Matt unpack the evolution of Superman from pop culture icon to a symbol of moral consistency, contrasting idealism with the cynicism of recent portrayals. Through the lens of DISC and Motivators, they draw parallels between Superman’s story and what it means to lead with integrity, especially when sticking to your values invites criticism. [00:07:36] “Why I think most people didn’t like the Snyder version—it just wasn’t Superman.” [00:08:51] “The classic Superman is raised by values—dare I say, conservative values.” [00:10:01] “You have all these derivatives of Superman that are basically just bad—because they can be.” [00:17:22] “He’s a reporter making $75K leading gods and billionaires.” [00:18:27] “Lex Luthor sees Superman the way artists see AI.” Follow Juan on Follow Courtney on Check out Follow on and → Your listening perspective matters - .
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Teaser Blindspot Coaching
06/30/2025
Teaser Blindspot Coaching
CBQ - What is Blindspot coaching? FREE - Episode Summary This episode is a teaser for a series on the 60-day Blindspot Coaching engagement. The program, designed to help clients identify and embrace their blind spots, includes intensive in-person sessions and three Zoom meetings over the course of 60 days. The series will also include a blindspot survey, a downloadable PDF, and discussions on leadership styles using well-known figures. Episode Quotes [00:01:49] “You're doing inner work, you're embracing what you think is a negative side of you and you're making it work for you.” [00:01:24] “Not everyone is ready to embrace their blind spots, and not everyone is ready to go to therapy.” [00:04:08] “Get ready to get outside of your comfort zone. But also to move the goalpost on what your comfort zone is.” [00:03:03] “You can do better. She wasn’t being mean—she was getting me to do my better work.” [00:05:49] “Most people, they don’t even know where they want to go.”’ [00:05:26] “You already have it all. You have, in fact, more than enough—but is it actually getting you to where you want to go?” Follow Juan on Follow Courtney on Check out Follow on and → Your listening perspective matters - .
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Remote Round Two, Fight!
06/23/2025
Remote Round Two, Fight!
"We’re supposed to not agree on everything — otherwise it’d be really freaking boring to be married to you." CBQ: … What percentage of remote employees do you think are 80% accountable? This episode dives into the ongoing debate around remote work, accountability, and productivity, with Courtney arguing that most remote workers are highly effective when given autonomy and trust. The conversation challenges assumptions about office culture, onboarding, generational differences, and the real-world complexities companies face when implementing remote or hybrid models. 00:05:55 The Office Debate 00:02:33 Fewer Distractions, More Productivity? 00:04:58 Are Employees Slacking Off? 00:10:20 Embracing Passionate Differences in Follow Juan on Follow Courtney on Check out Follow on and → Your listening perspective matters - .
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Entrepreneurs Watch Sinners
06/19/2025
Entrepreneurs Watch Sinners
“If you actually believe in commerce and hard work and community and, and letting people be free, go see the movie." - Drew Shaw CBQ - As an entrepreneur, why is Sinners so amazing? Episode Summary In this episode, Juan and guest Drew Shaw dive deep into the layers of Sinners — a film that masterfully weaves identity, community, entrepreneurship, and culture. Through the lens of this powerful story, they explore what it teaches about leadership, commerce, creativity, and DEI done right. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, leader, or just someone who loves good storytelling, there’s something here to spark reflection and challenge your perspective. Highlights [~00:06:50] “I think a lot of the fun I have anyway of being an entrepreneur is you're breaking the rules.” [~00:23:05] “The goal is to set a culture in place so that the goal isn't necessary anymore… if the work is being done, we should care less about the actual words and names that are attached to it.” [~00:25:25] “But you know what's really gonna make me uncomfortable? If I couldn't choose. Yeah. And so why would I wanna oppress someone else with that?” [~00:31:00] “DEI is like, you can come into a space and be recognized, appreciated, and acknowledged for who you are without having to sacrifice your culture and who you are in your space.” Drew Shaw | A Taste of Melanin | Voyce Threads | Follow Juan on Follow on and → Your listening perspective matters - .
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Creatively Annoying
06/16/2025
Creatively Annoying
CBQ - Courtney, does your creativity drive you crazy? Episode Summary In this episode, we explore the double-edged sword of creativity in the workplace. Courtney and Juan unpack how creativity can fuel innovation — but also drive us (and our teams) a little crazy. From perfectionism and procrastination to embracing imperfection and experimentation, we talk about finding that sweet spot where creative energy is productive, not paralyzing. Highlights [00:01:00] “We encourage creativity — but in the workplace, sometimes it’s annoying… and sometimes we annoy ourselves.” [00:06:30] “You can be creative in ways you don’t even realize — like building experiences, designing flows, or crafting how others interact with your work.” [00:12:10] “When you’ve built a process or flow and someone comes in to change it, it can feel like they’re calling your baby ugly.” [00:18:45] “You don’t have a paint-by-numbers path when you’re creating something new — and that’s part of the challenge.” [00:22:15] “If you’re not driving yourself a little crazy with your creativity, you’re probably not being that creative.” Follow Juan on Follow Courtney on Check out Follow on and → Your listening perspective matters - .
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Buzzword Cringe
06/09/2025
Buzzword Cringe
CBQ - What workplace buzzwords make you cringe? Episode Summary In this episode, we unpack the workplace buzzwords that make us cringe — and why they matter more than we think. From “rockstar” to “game changer” to “take it offline,” we explore how language shapes culture, signals unintended messages, and can alienate teams. Leaders, tune in to sharpen your communication and connect more effectively. Episode Quotes [00:01:18] “True high performers are out on vacation or crushing their goals — they’re not the squeaky wheel.” [00:02:52] “You keep using that word — what do other people think it means?” [00:05:17] “If your words are making people cringe, what aren’t they hearing that you intended?” [00:06:52] “As leaders, it’s not about banning words — it’s about whether they’re helping you communicate effectively.” [00:07:26] “I would love to invent software that automatically mutes you after 3 buzzwords in 5 minutes.” Follow Juan on Follow Courtney on Check out Follow on and → Your listening perspective matters - .
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Red and Green Flags at Work
06/02/2025
Red and Green Flags at Work
CBQ: What are your red and green flags at work? "...be blunt with a trusted resource who knows your environment and share these flags and where you would like to see them." - JK This episode discusses workplace dynamics, focusing on red and green flags such as the traditional two weeks' notice, vacation usage, and conflict. The conversation highlights how these indicators reflect leadership effectiveness and employee engagement, emphasizing the importance of genuine feedback, strategic time-off, and constructive conflict in a healthy work environment. Highlights: 02:56 Questionable Oversight 03:53 Same-Day Quits May Be Good! 05:29 Skipping Vacation Doesn't Make You a Hero 06:26 Leaders, Take That Vacation! 09:37Job Fit & Sick Days Follow Juan on Follow Courtney on Check out Follow on and → Your listening perspective matters - .
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Go to Sleep Baby
05/26/2025
Go to Sleep Baby
"...they were the first parents that I saw that genuinely loved being parents that didn't really complain about their kids..." CBQ: Why was sleep training our kids so important to you? [* - Sleep Training Course, thank you!!] Highlights: 00:57 SLEEP - The Unfakeable Metric 09:51 Choose Your Mentors Wisely! 12:36 The Reality of Sleep Deprivation 13:37 Struggle for Self-Care 18:46 The Best Advice Coutney comes to terms with how much PROJECT MANAGEMENT, MENTORING and EXPERIMENTATION went into her mission of sleep training her kids. Highlighting the meticulous preparation, experimentation, and collaboration involved in sleep training and draws parallels to leadership by emphasizing the value of self-care and effective teamwork. Ultimately, it underscores the importance of finding personalized solutions and the mutual benefits of helping others while taking care of oneself. Follow Juan on Follow Courtney on Check out Follow on and → Your pod opinions matter to us - .
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Managers of TVs Severance S2
05/19/2025
Managers of TVs Severance S2
"Severance: Your cloned work-life self in a perfect sci-fi drama!" CBQ: What the hell is severance about? → Your listening perspective matters - . In this episode, the Courtney and Juam discuss the TV show 'Severance,' focusing on its unique workplace environment where employees split into separate personal and work identities. They delve into the character dynamics, the unsettling management figures, and the show's blend of sci-fi and drama. The discussion also touches on the psychological and corporate implications of the series, along with spoilers from season two. Highlights: 05:57 Inner conflict 07:33 Compassion versus command 09:05 Setting boundaries at work 10:40 The high-performance dilemma 13:39 The work persona Follow Juan on Follow Courtney on Check out Follow on and
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Unflattering Constructive Feedback
05/12/2025
Unflattering Constructive Feedback
CBQ - Courtney, have you ever been told you had a bad attitude at work? In this episode, hosts Courtney and Juan discuss the importance of receiving unflattering but constructive feedback in the workplace. Courtney shares her experience as a 'toxic, miserable employee' and how being told she had a bad attitude by her manager led to positive changes in her career. The conversation evolves to include personal anecdotes, such as a childhood memory of a friend pointing out a booger in Juan's nose, highlighting the value of honest feedback from those who care. They emphasize that while such feedback is uncomfortable, it is ultimately beneficial and necessary for personal and professional growth. The episode concludes with advice for leaders on addressing toxic and burned-out employees proactively rather than waiting for issues to escalate. 00:40 From Smart to Struggling 04:51 The Hidden Challenge of Fulfillment 05:27 The Risky Truth About Fulfillment 06:16 Leaders, Don't Wait for Burnout! 08:32 The Leadership Dilemma Follow Juan on Follow Courtney on Check out Follow on and → Your listening perspective matters - .
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See You Mondays!
05/09/2025
See You Mondays!
CBQ - When, where, how and what podcast do you listen to? - Help us by sharing a little about your podcast tastes! In this brief episode, host Juan Kingsbury announces a shift to a consistent Sunday release schedule for their podcast. Juan reminisces about his long history with podcasts and highlights their commitment to making the show relatable and personable. With a goal of offering valuable, yet digestible content, they invite listeners to provide feedback and share the podcast. Stay tuned for new weekly episodes starting this Sunday. Follow Juan on Check out Follow on and Image Credit - Makayla Rainville
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Juan's EQ
05/02/2025
Juan's EQ
"I always don't fit in... being "Juan Kingsbury", so I always fit in." - JK *Longest CBQ ever!! CBQ: Juan, you have an incredible ability to diffuse tense situations, especially when emotions are running high. You also navigate difficult conversations, like those about race, with a calm and thoughtful approach. How do you do that? What’s your mindset in those moments? What skill are you using that helps you handle those situations so well? Juan and Courtney discuss strategies for managing tense situations and difficult conversations, particularly focusing on emotional intelligence. Juan shares how he handled a real-life incident involving a racial slur and reflects on his ability to deescalate conflicts. They also explore personal anecdotes around conflict resolution and the importance of self-regulation in achieving constructive outcomes. Highlights 3:40 Handling Unexpected Racism - A Tough Conversation 9:31 The Fight That Never Happened 1:18 True Leadership Being Real Even When You Don't Have All the Answers 11:20 Confronting Ignorance A Childhood Memory 5:58 The Professional Risks of Casual Slurs Follow: Juan on Courtney on | |
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