After many reschedules, false starts, and accusations of just being Dan's alt account on LinkedIn, we are finally joined by Robert People! Robert sets the record straight about his real-life existence and shares fascinating tidbits about his journey from Baltimore to Florida, his career as a proposal writer, and his love for sports and family. As w…

Ever feel balancing work and life seems harder than ever? On this week’s episode of Corporate Pizza Party, we navigate the murky waters of workplace burnout, especially focusing on modern pressures like parenting and the evolving work-life balance. Our spirited debate spans generational divides, touching on how different age groups cope with stress…

Could asking candidates to argue against their own beliefs during an interview actually reveal their true potential? Join us for an entertaining and insightful episode of the Corporate Pizza Party Podcast as we explore unconventional and thought-provoking interview techniques. We tackle controversial question designed to assess cultural fit and dis…

We're back with more pizza after an unannounced week off and we have stories to tell! Join us for a hilarious and insightful episode of Corporate Pizza Party! We kick things off with Farrah sharing her wild adventures in Texas and a particularly funny story about cookies from a San Francisco bakery known for its phallic-shaped treats. Listen in as …

What happens when a UK recruitment expert to Wisconsin and takes the internet by storm? Discover the world of The Realest Recruiter Joel Lalgee, also known as Joel Layglee, laugeleit, Luigi, as we discuss his decade-long journey in the recruitment industry and his viral success on every social media platform in existence. Joel shares his insights o…

We are back with Part 2 of our conversation with Leah Dillon. If you have not checked out part 1 from last week be sure to do so. What if building a successful career was more about genuine connections than social media fame? In part 2 Leah she shares her personal journey and expert insights on personal branding in today’s job market. Leah emphasiz…

Join us for an engaging chat with Leah Dillon, a tech recruiter, and Linkedin star who brings her unique perspective on the highs and lows of corporate America. Leah's story of multiple layoffs is a far too common one and sets the stage for a broader discussion about the ever-changing job market. Together we unpack the human side of recruitment, th…

Today we're shaking things up and trying to have a party that actually helps people. Despite our penchant for poking fun at Linkedin, we are here to give you some real insider info on how to use it to your advantage on the job search. If you are LinkedIn exec please skip this episode! Grab your notepads, because we're not holding back on the Linked…

Unlock the secret to standing out in the job hunt without falling prey to common myths about applicant tracking systems. Get ready to laugh at our usual shenanigans, including Mike's love for concise affirmations, we pull back the curtain on the job application process, revealing the do's and don'ts of resume crafting. Farrah, with her diplomatic c…

Since mike got caught in the crossfire of social media spats during our pre show prep, This week on Corporate Pizza Party, we let Dan and Farah take the reigns and slice through the unexpected humor that emerges from the serious topic of layoffs at Tesla, garnished with a sprinkle of behind-the-scenes shenanigans and a toast to our would-be guests …

Ever felt like you're stepping into a high-stakes poker game when you're negotiating your salary? That's where we come in, flipping over the cards to reveal the royal flush of negotiation tactics. On this slice-filled episode of Corporate Pizza Party, we're doling out insider strategies to secure that pay raise, with stories straight from the trenc…

Ever heard of the hidden job market? Or perhaps that 80% of jobs are never publicly posted? We're here to tell you it's not as cloaked in mystery as some would have you believe. We take a hard look at the fabled "hidden" jobs and deconstruct the myth that's been leading job seekers astray. But first it takes us a little bit to get there, the 3 of u…

Put the Kids to bed because things get weird when The Corporate Pizza Party happens after dark due to some scheduling issues. In this late night session we got a little bit goofy and a little bit unfiltered with some of our opinions we'd like jobseekers to hear. This week it was Mike for a change trying to reign Dan and Farrah in as they got a litt…

This episode, it's all about the dough—salary dough, that is. With our compensation wizard Dan in tow, we slice through the pie of salary negotiation, serving up our own tales and tips from the corporate kitchen. And if you think we're going to sugarcoat it, think again. We're here with that tough love that'll have you navigating the corporate maze…

There is a weird energy in the studio today, and it may just be that Mike is in a good mood. So it's time for us to ask if LinkedIn recruiters are undermining their own professional image (or just confirming their lack of one) with their online rollercoaster ride of emotions? It's a race to the bottom on LinkedIn as recruiters compete to become the…

This week we are diving deep into the world of workplace snafus and the art of bouncing back, but first, some real talk from Mike the toxic trend of internet trolling, emphasizing the need for empathy and kindness in our online interactions. He will openly tell you he was not in the best state of mind during this recording after a tough few weeks w…

Today we are fired up and nobody seems safe, especially User6373836! We are coming for internet trolls, the education industry, and pretty much everyone who got us mad last week. This episode isn't just a series of workplace anecdotes; we're coming for all the misinformation that infects professional advice across industries. Have you ever been fla…

Nate Kennedy has captivated nearly a million TikTok followers with his insights and high quality videos. This week he joins us (after standing us up a few weeks ago) to bring his thoughts and experience to our latest about careers, finances and staying out of some of the social media mess that the 3 of us love to find ourselves in! This episode get…

This week we are having some fun digging into the bizarre world of "award-winning" resumes. Imagine taking a bunch of 90's clip art pieces, adding a little bit of colorful flair and walking down the resume red carpet with your size 8 by Helvetica resume. We're taking a jab at some self proclaimed experts rewarding themselves for their hard work as …

Ever been stood up by a pizza? We sure have! This week, we're reeling from being stood up by our special guest a few minutes before airtime. We decide to dive without a plan into our favorite topic influencer culture. We're talking about Linkedin's metamorphosis, debating the tightrope walk between seeking genuine connections and falling into the e…

We are back on our new Tuesday release day! Have you ever wondered how the right advice can transform your career? Eddiana Rosen (Careers in Review) our special guest and employee relations expert, joins us to talk about her career journey from recruiter to employee relations expert. Eddiana's story is not just about climbing the career ladder; it'…

Get ready to chuckle as we peel back the layers of the ultimate Linkedin recognition, starting with Mike's huge career announcement this week. We dissect the laughable world of online accolades and endorse the art of taking LinkedIn endorsements with a grain of salt. Switching from the virtual badges to the tangible realm of salary negotiation, we …

Are you feeling stifled by a toxic work environment? This week, we're breaking through the corporate smog with Amy Lentz, the social media icon behind Hack Your HR who brings her positive perspective to our dark world of office politics. Our conversation shifts from stories of personal growth to hard-hitting advice on handling the kind of superviso…

Are office pizza parties enough to keep your corporate spirit alive? Let's slice through the absurdity and bite into the reality of workplace culture. Join us as we swap tales about the darker side of office culture. We've seen managerial meltdowns and consolation pizza parties that try to fill the void where a bonus should be. In our latest Corpor…

This week we are joined by Gabrielle Judge, the anti-work girl boss who's redefining how we view work, life, and the lines between. Gabrielle talks about what drove the #lazygirljob movement and a life where work serves us, not the other way around. She discusses the backlash and acclaim that's followed her movement, offering insights into how to w…

Kick off the new year with a new perspective on taking control of your career in the 2024 corporate American landscape. Today we are dissecting the evolving job market and how to navigate its twists and turns. Let's talk about the reality of career unpredictability, job loss and the necessity of resilience. We're dishing out hearty slices of advice…

Have you ever witnessed someone confidently give advice about a topic they don't know enough about? We are kicking off the new year with our favorite activity of dissecting the perils of navigating career advice. From the allure of scam artists to the often murky relationship between hiring managers and job seekers. We realize that sometimes the ad…

Happy Holidays and a Merry Christmas as we drop this special episode on 12/25. Allow us to take you through some of the highlights and lowlights of holiday parties not only as employees, but as the people who will be handling the inevitable fallout! Sneak away from your family for a few minutes today and enjoy us as we talk about: Mike's biggest gr…

Ever felt like you're doing more work for a potential employer than for your actual job? We're getting real about the dark side of job interviews and assignments. Join us as we share our own experiences and frustrations with demanding interview processes and the curious case of extensive homework assignments. We'll also address the controversial id…

This week we tackle the grim topic of layoffs and draw upon our own experiences and the current industry climate to present an unvarnished look at the all-too-common practice of staff reduction. We talk about the disturbing ease with which companies tend to cut their workforce when tightening budgets, and how this impacts employees both emotionally…

Dan, Farah, and Mike decide to discuss some of their favorite LinkedIn influencers over some pizza and give a few dramatic readings of their favorite posts. In this episode we discuss: Blackmailing people for job referrals (3:20) Hiring people over 50 with extreme resistance (7:26) Hiring someone on the spot (11:14) Why these posts exist (13:20) Th…

Dan, Mike and Farah are joined for today's party by the infamous Amy Miller for some serious talk about recruitment as well as a fun game built around Amy's reputation for speaking her mind on the internet. In this episode we discuss: A shocking revelation that none of us were popular in High School (3:00) Can HR be professional but still have a pe…

Our first pizza party has finally arrived, and Dan, Farah, and Mike are ready to discuss what some CEOs have been up to as well as the rise of AI in recruitment! On this episode we discuss: A CEO thought experiment on LinkedIn (2:25) The 2 types of villain CEOs (9:55) Farah accidently causing her manager to lose the full team's respect (17:00) The …

You've all been such great workers this year, and are profits are higher than ever. There is only 1 way to reward you for your hard work, and it's a pizza party. Full Episodes arriving 12/4 and every Monday after!By Corporate Pizza Party

Coming up in this week's episode: Royal Mail data breach, ICO reduce Cabinet Office fine for breach of GDPR, Bed Bath and Beyond data breach update, Vodafone Italia data breach, Data Reform bill put for further consultation after Rishi Sunak appointment, Some important GDPR-related ECJ judgements expected in next few months, TikTok revises privacy …

Coming up in this week's episode: Interserve fined £4.4 million after breaches of GDPR and deficiencies in GDPR training, PFS data breach, Bed Bath and Beyond data breach, See Tickets data breach, Bristol City Council data breach, Tata Power data breach, MyDeal data breach update, Drizly data breach resolution has an unusual twist, High Court claim…

Coming up in this week's episode: Conservative Party leadership election electronic voting fears of rogue state intervention, Ticketmaster data breach, Whistleblower asks NatWest RBS to pay Data Controller registration fee, Clearview AI fined €20 million for GDPR failures, Nelnet data breach, UK Businesses urged to enhance their cyber security, 5 s…

Coming up in this week's episode: Ministers ordered to release secret files concerning Queen Elizabeth II finances, East Renfrewshire Leisure data breach, Request for mediation after NHS Highland data breaches, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints data breach, T-Mobile data breach compensation website established, 2K data breach, Dialog data…

Coming up in this week's episode: Lloyds of London forced to reset IT systems after cyberattack, Meta warns users that some third party apps collect and misuse user data, Cyberattackers turn their aim on the Kremlin, ICO could impose multi million fine on TikTok for GDPR failures and failure to comply with The Children's Code, ICO issues formal rep…

Coming up in this week's episode: UK MOD, Home Office, Virgin Media and four other organisations 'named and shamed' by ICO for failures to respond to Data Subject Access Requests, Optus data breach update, Hacktivists uniting to take action against Iran, Canadian Border Agency data breach, Seattle Childrens Hospital data breach, Financial survey sh…

Coming up in this week's episode: American Airlines data breach, Revolut data breach, AEPD fines Google €10 million for breaches of GDPR, Cash Express data breach, Man arrested in Oxfordshire in relation to Uber data breach, Wymondham High School data breach, Optus data breach, PSNI officers informed of court date for trial over alleged data breach…

Coming up in this week's episode: Uber data breach, Financial Conduct Authority data reveals surge in DDOS attacks since war in Ukraine, More details emerge of leaked NATO documents in Portugal, Capital One consent order removed, Cisco attribute cyberattack to Lapsus$, Voting machine data breaches raise concerns ahead of Mid-Term Elections, Lastpas…

Coming up in this week's episode: Our recognition of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, NHS cyberattack on provider Advanced still being felt by NHS 111 after 3 weeks, Go Ahead bus services affected by cyberattack, TikTok denies data breach despite data appearing in online forums, DPC fines Instagram €405 million for GDPR breaches, IHG …

Coming up in this week's episode: Facebook Cambridge Analytica data breach lawsuit reaches 11th hour settlement, Authy users affected by Twilio data breach, NHS Orkney data breach, Samsung data breach, Evil Corp and Conti linked to Cisco data breach, Mobile Banking Apps putting user's digital signatures at risk via use of Amazon Web Services (AWS),…

Coming up in this week's episode: Lastpass data breach, Nato missile systems data breach could impact some systems sent to Ukraine, Plex data breach, Doordash data breach, Greek gas operator Desfa hit by data breach, Hamilton Water data breach, Robin Hood reach $20 Million settlement after data breach, California Department of Corrections and Rehab…

Coming up in this week's episode: Apple reveal security flaw affecting iPhone, iPad, iPod and Apple Mac, Association of British Investigators opens consultation on GDPR Code of Conduft for its industry, SEC presses charges for insider trading regarding Equifax data breach, Capital One class action claim period extended, Manx Care face possible £170…

Coming up in this week's episode: Volkswagen fined €1.1 Million over cameras in cars during test drives, UK Parliament closes its TikTok account over links to China, Burger King blank receipts cause data breach false alarm, Wendy's shareholder loses legal challenge to data breach settlement, Twilio data breach, ICO launches its three year strategy …

Coming up in this week's episode: NHS 111 service affected by cyber-attack, Conservative Party leadership election process delayed by Cybersecurity concerns, UK found to be Card Fraud capital of Europe, Church of England ISB safeguarding chair steps back after data breaches, CJEU rules releasing names of partners could expose a data subject's sexua…

Coming up in this week's episode of the GDPR Weekly Show: Liverpool City Council face no further action from ICO after data breach, Southern Co-op use of facial recognition to be challenged in legal case, Facebook business accounts targeted by malware, Bromford Housing data breach, Deutsche Telekom, Telefonica 02 and Vodafone all due to appear befo…

Coming up in this week's episode: Neopets data breach, UK NCSC and ICO urge lawyers not to advise their clients to pay ransoms after ransomware attacks, Zuckerberg to appear in Cambridge Analytica court proceedings, Twitter data breach, ChromeBooks ruled non-GDPR compliant by Danish authorities, St George's University Hospital pays £2,500 damages a…