Best Josh Enders Podcasts (2024)

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The Quest / Sep 24 / Developing a Culture of Learning 12:14

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In this episode, I explain what a Culture of Learning is and how we manifest it through our Mutual Value Plan framework.By Joshua Enders

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The Quest / Sep 22 / What To Do When You Lose 14:26

7y ago14:26

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In this episode, I share my disappointment about losing a large deal and how I use these moments of loss to fuel me. The moments immediately following bad news are fertile ground to look inward and give birth to new ideas that can change everything for you.By Joshua Enders

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The Quest / August 21 / What Eclipse? 35:45

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I struggle with the classic challenge between strategic vs tactical work. I break down my philosophy on long-form vs. short-form sales proposals. I share some of our secrets about how we build sales proposals that convert.By Josh Enders

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The Quest / Aug 1 / Relationship Building In The Bay Area 18:24

7y ago18:24

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I make plans to visit a technology partner in San Mateo. I give a candidate some brutally honest feedback. I vet a potential new vendor. I share that I'm a loner at the core and why I value being by myself for long stretches of time.By Josh Enders

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The Quest / July 31 / What Does The Future You Look Like? 15:29

7y ago15:29

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David Goggins sets me strait. We start lining up interviews for multiple positions. The one interview everyone flubs on the first interview and why you need to think about it. Interviewing a diverse set of candidates.By Josh Enders

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The Quest / July 28 / All The Client Wants Is Transparency 14:04

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Thinking about the right time to hire. I share a clip from a business development call with a leading software company. We have a status call with a key client and don't know what to expect. All the client wanted is more transparency. This is a good want.By Josh Enders

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The Quest / July 27 / Here Comes The Delivery 12:56

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Consuming great audio content uninterrupted while at the gym. Preparing for a big pitch and the aftermath surrounding it. Meeting with key partner and discovering I don't know as much as I think I know. Wrapped up with a call with my past performance coach who's taking his company to the next level.By Josh Enders

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The Day Before Pitch Day / Preparing For a High Stakes Sales Pitch 7:06

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The agency has an opportunity to advance a sales cycle with a major account. The competing vendor is an incumbent in the space, so we double down on our preparation to ensure we put forth a compelling case to choose our technology.By Josh Enders

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Minutiae And Mountains / How To Politely Ignore Trivial Details 15:55

7y ago15:55

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Knowing the difference between trivial details and what truly matters is an art that comes with experience. In this episode, I share insights into how to deal with the endless amounts of minutiae other people throw your way so you can stay focused on climbing mountains and accomplishing big things.By Josh Enders

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The True Definition of Hustle Is 'No Entitlements' 16:46

7y ago16:46

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The definition of hustle as it applies to our pillar employees is different than what is pushed out on social media. If you think the amount of time you work hard means you're a "hustler" think again.By Josh Enders

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The Trusted Advisor: Becoming The Voice of Authority and Influence 15:20

7y ago15:20

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A key client expressed they trusted us and wanted us to keeping doing what we're doing. The role of trusted advisor is the holy grail for services companies, but once you obtain it, the challenge is to maintain it.By Josh Enders

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UX Tools And Invigorating Our Recruiting Strategy 13:15

7y ago13:15

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I talk about the UX tools we use and how to avoid slowing your team down by misusing junior staff. I also discuss our push to modernize our recruiting strategy.By Josh Enders

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Divorcing A Cofounder: As Your Company Grows Your Legal Docs Must Too 13:01

7y ago13:01

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In this episode I reflect on a recent conversation I had with an entrepreneur going through a bad cofounder breakup. I share my thoughts and tips on how to protect the company from rogue cofounders that choose to leave the company on not-so-friendly terms.By Josh Enders

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Sharpening The Saw Explained 0:14

7y ago0:14

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"Sharpening the saw" is the seventh habit set forth by the legendary Steven R. Covey is his highly acclaimed book The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. In this episode I explain my how I approach my personal weekly sharpening the saw and how it gives your team a rudder that will keep you on course.…

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Titles Aren't Trophies 0:18

7+ y ago0:18

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In this episode I layout my philosophy about titles and how they aren't status symbols or trophies. Titles are not a reward for what you’ve done in the past, but rather an agreement with your team about the KPIs and responsibilities you're committed to in the future ahead. When titles are used correctly they can be a great motivator and automate te…

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Passive vs. Pushy 0:09

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Passive and pushy communication styles may seem like opposites, but they actual work in tandem. Team leaders that learn how to effectively use them together will be successful inspiring right-action quickly.By Josh Enders

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Episode 24 :: The Season-Ender 1:07:05

8y ago1:07:05

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Bad Storytellers is a podcast about writing and things that are written. Join four friends on the road to becoming professional writers as they unleash new stories on-air, criticize each others’ work, discuss pop culture influences, and conceive on-the-spot trailers for imaginary films.In this episode, we discuss the new Ghostbusters film and have …

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Episode 23 :: The Great Gig in the Sky 1:01:52

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In this episode, the gang discusses the funniest films ever made, other podcasts, and what to burn when we die. Josh brings in one of his banked short film drafts, Maxx writes an introduction for an efficient criminal, and Liam writes about a girl and a burned-down house. Afterwards, we discuss diction and clarity, and our trailer ends up being a m…

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Episode 22 :: The Windy World 1:03:05

8y ago1:03:05

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In honor of the launch of our new sister podcast, RPG From Scratch, instead of a trailer, we roll the genre dice and create a new roleplaying setting for you all to use at your leisure. Additionally, Liam and Maxx have very unique submissions, we give a shout out to another friend who is in hollywood films. Also, we discuss the merits of Coke vs Pe…

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Episode 21 :: Ace in the Hole 59:44

8+ y ago59:44

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The gang gets together this week to discuss Baseball's history in Star Trek, Doug's celebrity as The Kill Bill Kid, Hearts of Iron, and Soviet Hockey. Liam has some brainstorming to do, Max shows us what the aristocratic life is like in his story, and Josh finishes Chapter five. We also review our first ever fan submission! We had a great time on t…

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Episode 20: The Sequel Episode 1:20:08

8+ y ago1:20:08

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Bad Storytellers is a podcast about writing and things that are written. Join four friends on the road to becoming professional writers as they unleash new stories on-air, criticize each others’ work, discuss pop culture influences, and conceive on-the-spot trailers for imaginary films.This is our debut on The Nerdy Show Network! If this is your fi…

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Episode 19: The Arbiter 1:14:50

8+ y ago1:14:50

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In this episode, Doug is out, so Josh, Liam and Max have a brainstorming session about each of their individual projects. Additionally, we talk about Captain America: Civil War, Neil Gaiman (again), and the oppressive fiction of Cormac Mccarthy. Rounding it out is another idea we're surprised hasn't been filmed. Stay a while and listen.Show notes a…

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Episode 18: The Battle For Floyd 1:13:23

8+ y ago1:13:23

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We have our first guest, our good friend Malachi! He was brave enough to bring in his short film script for critique and participated in all other aspects of this podcast. In this episode, we discuss our Hogwarts houses, non-rhyming poetry, and the legitimacy of buying Playboy for the articles. Rounding it out is a movie idea so fun, Doug called di…

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Episode 17: Twilight Of The Techno Wizards 1:04:50

8+ y ago1:04:50

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In this episode, the gang is minus one as Doug has to sit out, but we still cover a large range of topics including the Rogue One trailer, Mary Sues, and how many times is too many to say a character's name. Max brought in a character study, Liam expanded on his Fox and Ox tale, and Josh brought in the fourth chapter of his first draft. As always, …

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Episode 16: Cannon Saga 54:10

8+ y ago54:10

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After two weeks apart, the gang gets back together to discuss our ignorance of Tumblr's mechanics, Batman v Superman, and what kinds of things make a story Dieselpunk. Josh turns in a preview of Chapter 4, Liam does some worldbuilding, and Max gives us a naval battle.Show notes and links can be found at www.badstorytellers.com Learn more about your…

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Episode 15: Gaslight Fantasy 59:27

8+ y ago59:27

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In this episode, we discuss some great documentaries, The Lost World, and the contents of a hippopotamus stomach. Liam tries a new writing exercise, Doug has more of his opening scene, and Josh workshops some exposition with the gang. Max even gives us a sneak peek into his next idea.Show notes and more are available at www.badstorytellers.com Lear…

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Episode 14: Our Kind Of Town 1:13:36

8+ y ago1:13:36

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In this episode, Max takes the day off, we talk about the new Ghostbusters trailer, plot holes that bother us and those that don't, and we get into the nitty gritty exposition in both Doug and Josh's stories. At the end, we put together a movie idea that we're all frankly surprised hasn't already been made.Links and show notes can be found at www.b…

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Episode 13: Off The Wall 1:27:36

8+ y ago1:27:36

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In this episode, the gang talks about how copyright works for writers, how to come up with names, fairy tale monsters, and Shaquille O'Neal. Liam tries a repetitive prose experiment, Max lets us in on his new dystopian future, and the gang helps Josh workshop a scene for his novel. We may also have had too much fun recording the trailer at the end.…

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Episode 12: The Reboot Episode 1:03:11

8+ y ago1:03:11

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In this episode, we are minus one, because Doug is in the process of moving. We changed up the format to discuss reboots, sequels, and what we would do if given leave to make our own Star Trek series. Also, we are now accepting writing submissions for critique and criticism.As always, show notes and links can be found at www.badstorytellers.com Lea…

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Episode 11: Mask Of The Tengu 1:22:21

8+ y ago1:22:21

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In this episode, the gang tries to tackle the concept of exposition. Much is discussed about Deadpool, Naruto, and Die Hard. Even more is talked about Max's project, Doug's outline, and Josh's third chapter and his own troubles with exposition.Show notes and links at www.badstorytellers.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho…

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Episode 10: The Pearl of Titan 1:42:43

8+ y ago1:42:43

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In this episode, the gang talks ren-faires, distractions, and how to deal with them. Liam turns in his first outline, Doug completes his final outline, and Josh turns in the complete Chapter two! Come hang out and have a few laughs with us.References and show notes can be found at www.badstorytellers.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega…

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Episode 09: Mother Superior 1:32:44

8+ y ago1:32:44

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In this episode, the gang is one lighter, as Max was home with Aldeberaanian Flu. We talk about cynicism, snobbery, and Rocky IV. Josh turned in the beginning of Chapter 2, and Liam turned in a very sexy piece. The episode wraps up with what may be our most fun trailer yet.Show notes and more can be found, as always, at www.badstorytellers.com Lear…

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Episode 08: The Right Side Of History 1:49:50

8+ y ago1:49:50

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In this episode, the gang puts a hold on turning in their own work to instead fine-tune some of the roadblocks in their stories by workshopping them as a group. You get to peer behind the curtain of how these ideas come about. Also, we talk a lot about alternate history.Show notes and links can be found on http://www.badstorytellers.com Learn more …

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Episode 07: Chrome on the Range 1:29:48

8+ y ago1:29:48

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In this episode the gang talks about British w(h)igs, Doctor Who, the coolness of John Goodman, the death of the Noble Furtrapper archetype, and what it would take for a young boy to leave his dying mother. Also, after a discussion about writing rituals, Josh turns in the first chapter of his book for review.Show notes and submitted works can be fo…

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Episode 06: Bog The Unspeakable 1:06:06

8+ y ago1:06:06

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In this episode, the gang talks about their upcoming projects, Star Wars, and what they think could be an interesting new flick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 05: A Dark Lightyear 1:16:48

9y ago1:16:48

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Recording problems abound in this, our second attempt at recording a fifth episode! In this one, we talk about Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Max's problem with Snow Crash, and our own terrible work. Come join us for a few laughs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati…

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Episode 04: Jiangashi A-Go-Go 1:39:33

9y ago1:39:33

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In our fourth episode, we discuss Christmas, Good Endings, horror, and Asian literary genres. We also make total asses of ourselves in the end trailer again. Stay a while and listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episode 03: The Planet Without Christmas 2:03:06

9y ago2:03:06

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In our third episode, we discuss Villainy, Batman, overseas racial expectations, and Christmas in space. We had some audio trouble this episode, despite upgrading our microphone solution, so we'd like to apologize for any intermittent clicking. We did the best we could to reduce it.In any case, enjoy!Show notes and documents can be found on www.bad…

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Episode 02: Second-Hand Memories 1:45:04

9y ago1:45:04

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In this episode, the gang talks about used books, conceptualizing a story, outlining, and worldbuilding. Enjoy as we wrap-up by creating a sweet little tale about an unlikely hero who just wants to know the truth.Show notes and links can be found at www.badstorytellers.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Aca…

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Episode 01: The Friar of Callowick 1:54:16

9y ago1:54:16

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In the inaugural episode of Bad Storytellers, the gang introduces themselves and critiques each others' works, discuss films and literature, and compose a trailer for one of the best movies you'll never see.Hang out with us for a bit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info…

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