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Nearly everyone has had a job that just simply sucked. In this podcast, we dive into the terrible workplaces that exist either due to customer interactions, horrible bosses, bad culture or environment. Tune in each episode to hear interviews and news stories of why Work Sucks
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Let’s be honest: Work sucks sometimes, and it’s okay to admit it! Join clinical psychologist and emotional intelligence expert Dr. Steven Stein as he meets with industry leaders to tackle the biggest hurdles to workplace happiness and success. Work Therapy provides practical solutions to common workplace challenges and actionable advice for navigating the ups and downs of leading a team. And it’s all rooted in the proven tools and techniques Dr. Stein has honed over four decades! Because if ...
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This podcast, being about work, is, by its very nature, about violence- to the spirit as well as to the body. It's also a complete rip-off of Studs Terkel's 1974 bestseller, "Working: People Talk About What They Do All Day and How They Feel About What They Do." Join comedian (and butcher) Michael Timlin, in his attempt to find out how other artists balance what they want to do, with what they have to. Get clocked in, you know?
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Ready to bring a little pixie dust into your customer service? In this episode, Dr. Steven Stein is joined by Louie Gravance, a former Disney leader, keynote speaker, and author of Service is a Superpower. They explore how storytelling can revolutionize your customer service strategy by focusing on empathy, human connection, and creating magical ex…
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Should you be responsible for your employees' happiness? In this episode, Kim Ades, the owner of Frame of Mind Coaching, shares tips on creating happier workspaces. Kim dives into why happiness at work isn't just a perk, it's a game-changer. Happy employees will stick around longer, take fewer sick days, and morph into the company's biggest cheerle…
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Get ready to set sail because today’s episode is with the Learning Pirate, Lauren Waldman! Lauren is an expert at helping organizations upskill using the power of neuroscience. Upskilling and re-skilling are buzzwords in the industry right now, but is it time they walk the plank? We uncover the hidden treasures of neurocognitive science that can tr…
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From Gen Alpha to the Baby Boomers, are generations really that different from one another? We are currently working with six generations in the workforce, and it turns out we might have a lot more in common than you might think! Heather McGowan is a Strategist and Keynote Speaker who specializes in the future of work, and she joins Steve to answer…
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Ready to level up your office? It’s time to gamify your workplace! Yu-kai Chou, Author and International Keynote Speaker on Gamification and Behavioral Design, shares his expertise on how gamification can transform your office. As the Founding Partner and Chief Creation Officer of The Octalysis Group, he explains how gamification is not only a powe…
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Great minds may think alike, but that doesn't mean they all work the same way. When you start to feel yourself falling behind at work, advocating for yourself can be challenging, especially if you're grappling with ADHD. In this episode, Dr. Steven Stein and ADHD and executive Coach Cathy Rashidian explore the world of ADHD in professional environm…
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As a manager, recruiting talent for your organization can feel like a chore. There is a lot that goes into the process, and it’s common to find someone that is a perfect fit on paper but seems like a total mismatch with your team’s dynamic. So how can we find the perfect match between candidates and company culture? In this episode, Dr. Steven Stei…
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Feeling disconnected from your coworkers? It might be more than just a Wi-Fi issue. Creating a vibrant community at work means going beyond the usual office perks. Whether you're remote or in person, every team member should feel valued! Heather Younger is an expert in workplace culture, and she joins us to share actionable tips for boosting your a…
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Welcome to Season 2 of Work Therapy! Join our host, Dr. Steven Stein as he sits down with guests to discuss ways you can turn your office into a place where your employees thrive. This season we talk on the ups and downs of workplace happiness, gamification, recruitment and more! We get it, work can sometimes suck, but it doesn’t have to. So make s…
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How do you approach emotional intelligence in your workplace? Is the rest of your team on board with that approach? You won’t have a lot of luck building out an emotional intelligence program with your team if you don’t share a common understanding of how to work on emotional intelligence together and why it matters. If you’ve been trying to incorp…
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A lot of people struggle with adjusting to new norms, policies and processes in what feels like a constantly changing workplace. And when you aren’t consulted or involved in the decision-making process, a job full of shifting priorities and never-ending deadlines can feel like whiplash! But it doesn’t have to feel that way. In this episode of Work …
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We’re all thinking about it — so let’s talk about AI. Once again, we’ve found ourselves in the Wild West of a new technology that many worry could put them out of work. We know that as technology evolves, so do trends, tools, demand for goods and services, and jobs. So, it’s true that in 10-15 years, your job as it functions now might not exist —bu…
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Friday, Saturday, Sunday... Uh oh. Does the idea of going to work on Monday morning strike fear into your heart? Sometimes work gets so exhausting that even a long weekend doesn’t feel long enough. When you have too much to do, you can’t wrap your head around the tasks at hand, you’re dreading having to meet with co-workers. And the sound of an inc…
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Is there someone at work you just don’t vibe with? Or maybe you feel like you have to “put on a face” at work just to blend in? It can be really tricky to balance your needs as an individual with the culture of your workplace. So how do you stay genuine AND professional? In this episode of Work Therapy with Dr. Steven Stein, we chat with Dr. Roger …
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Ever feel like the rug is slipping out from underneath you? Like the job you used to know how to do has turned into something you’re not sure you’re even qualified for anymore? Most of us need some sort of professional development to stay competitive and effective in our careers. But what if that sort of training isn’t offered at your job? In this …
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Let’s be real. Work... kind of sucks sometimes. It’s okay to admit it! But if the final hours of the weekend fill you with dread and the best part of your workday is clocking out at 5 p.m. — we should probably do something about that. On Work Therapy: When Work Sucks, How Can We Fix It?, clinical psychologist Dr. Steven Stein and a guests take on y…
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Kelly is a health care professional. During grad school, she felt lucky to find a job in her new career field. That feeling of luck was short lived. From dealing with a dilapidated facility to fearing for her personal safety constantly, Kelly talks with us about a mental health/substance abuse rehab facility where work sucked for her.…
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Today's guest talks about her job in a popular restaurant franchise. It wasn't so much the place that made her job suck, but the combo of workplace stress and the never-ending fight with addiction while on the job. From locking herself in a deep freezer to scream at the top of her lungs until the cravings subsided to working herself into exhaustion…
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Bethany worked in retail as a customer service representative for a big chain store. Her job was to deal day in and day out with Karens. One day, a man disgruntled with a return policy, lost his temper and threw a car battery at Bethany. Bethany shares advice on how to stay safe in the workplace by learning emergency procedures and protocols.…
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In this episode Ray talks about a job that stressed him out so bad that he broke down crying in the office during his first week. After forming bonds with coworkers, he found out he wasn't the only one to shed a tear at his workplace. Six months into his contract, Ray realized he needed an exit strategy. Hear how Ray hung in there and worked hard t…
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Meg Britt was slapped in the face by her boss with a cellphone. After she was hired, things went downhill fast. First she was treated as a toy thing, then an adversary. She goes on the record with us amidst her ongoing litigation against her former employer. Things get a bit emotional. This is a story you have to hear.…
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Katie received a trained and accredited service dog. It was apparent that her workplace did not like it at all. After being relocated to the corner and asked to vacuum the whole building daily, she eventually was exiled into a WFH situation that she didn't want. I don't know about you, but ADA issues seem to crop up here.…
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Terra! To see Terra’s work on the internet you’ve got two options, dog. Me hitting you or you hitting the floor. What? Lol. No you can follow her on insta @herlovelyface or you can checkout her website, www.terrakeck.com To see her work irl, you can go to Flat Rate Contemporary in Manhattan through the end of April! And if you’re fond of spookiness…
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Nate again! Nate’s the best there is, what can ya do? Follow his ass on twitter @NateBurrows2 Donate to his gofundme by clicking this link! https://gofund.me/a6ebb3ee Hope all is well with you and morale stays up! As always you can cal 631.623.0248 and leave a voicemail if it’s not! Thanks for listening, -Timlin…
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Dave! Dave’s Very Fun Podcast (not the title): This Is Your Afterlife Hella Immaculate, Dave’s newsletter with original writing, fun links, and dates to keep up with where he’s at. Twitter: @thisisdavemaher TikTok: @thisisdavemaher Website, for you sick type A’s that want all this info in one place: https://www.thisisdavemaher.com/ Thanks for liste…
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Cameron! Comedy! Teaching! Life! Insta: @cameronlogsdon TikTok: @cameronlogsdon And be sure to go see him if you’re listening in Chicago! April 5-8! Call 631.623.0248 and tell me about the most anxiety-fueled conversation you’ve had at work, OR what your 9-5 (whatever the schedule is) playlist. Thanks for listening! -Timlin…
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Kaylee! Check out Kaylee’s podcast, “Sex Ed Shouldn’t Suck,” wherever you like to listen OR right here-https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sex-ed-shouldnt-suck/id1512300077 Read her work over at www.kayleemoser.com And here’s where you can find all of her social medias. As always, thanks for listening! Call 631.623.0248 and leave a voicemail if y…
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Danny Maupin! Follow Danny on insta @dannymaupin ! Listen to his funny, informative, helluva good time podcast, “Take This Pod and Shove It with Tyler Snodgrass and Danny Maupin” @ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/take-this-pod-and-shove-it/id1596489499 Call 631.623.0248 and leave a voicemail! Tell me how you feel about your job, your favorite…
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Joe! Joe is what we call an absolute crusher. People from Florida have juice, it is what it is! Follow him on twitter @JoealdenMcMahon And on insta @joemcmahoncomic I’m shaking you down! Call 631.623.0248 and leave a voicemail enough is enough! It’s enough! Lol Follow the show on twitter @worksuckspawd, oh, and thanks for listing as always. Have a …
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Lindsay! Listen to Lindsay’s album, “Other Bad Qualities” by clicking right here, dude- https://open.spotify.com/album/7nsApog3E0c0YiJ7LXBeud?si=oDwloLpsToOOjYFLRYgyIg Also! Follow her on twitter @Lbols and on insta @lbols Got it? It’s basically just Lbols everywhere, p simple, so there’s that, and then listening to her album. It’s really good, and…
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Dear Caller, Truth be told, and I know this is going to sound crazy, but I don’t do a lot of front-loaded prep work for these. Or anything in my life for that matter. It takes the fun out of it for me, makes it feel inorganic, dead. So I kind of just click “download” on the voicemails, give a listen, and go. Your voicemail is kinda making me recons…
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Joe! Huge, huge, fan. Some guests make me feel like a true Eddie Haskell kiss-ass type but what can you do? Joe is that funny! and it was a real pleasure to get to talk to him. Please follow Joe on twitter @joemcadam And you have to (new law) follow @ButtGuys No one is allowed to follow @worksuckspawd cuz I love how few followers it has. More pure …
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Kumin! Follow Alex on twitter @AlexKumin And on insta @alex.kumin While you’re at it, since you’re already going there anyway, follow this very show on twitter @worksuckspawd Last order of biz is call the freaking show. 631.623.0248 gimmie a ringding and leave a voicemail. Let me know how work is for you and I’ll play it on the podcast this Friday …
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What else can I be?! All apologies! In the meantime, listen to my buddies @tyler_snod and @dannymaupin new podcast Take This Pod And Shove It. You can jump right to episode one (John Prine!) by clicking this little link right here. And you can follow their show on insta @takethispodandshoveit. Oh, and happy freaking new year! Lol. -Timlin…
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Terence! Check out his podcast, it’s very good! Listen wherever you want, no pressure, obviously, but here’s a spotify link: Down By The River With Terence Hartnett Follow him on Instagram @hahartnett, or, if you’re like me and words are your mental deficiencies drink of choice, on Twitter @TerenceHartnett And if you’re in NYC check out his show ev…
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Lunch Break? On a Monday? I know… I messed up, okay?! I’m sorry! Recording a gang of interviews this week so this doesn’t happen again! Call 631.623.0248 and tell me how you feel about the situation here, or leave me a message about a work story! Thanks as always for listening, and big shoutout to Becca here for helping me record this one. Gotta qu…
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Bobby Condon! Bobby is what you would call a “killer.” He's so funny, so sincere and authentic, and has a great perspective on life/work stuff. Follow him, yeah, sure, of course, but please check out his album! It’s one of my favorites. Twitter: @Bobby_Condon Insta: @bobby.condon Album: Greatest Hits The Extra Special : @theextraspecialshow As alwa…
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Tim McLaughlin! Tim is too funny, it’s actually fucked up. Listen to his great podcast he does with his much more successful girlfriend Myka Fox, “Great Hang with Myka and Tim” Follow his ass on Twitter @MayorOfFartTown And on insta @hot_comic69 Call 631.623.0248 and leave a voicemail about dealing with customers during the holidays and I’ll play i…
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Dougie Poole! I can talk for too long about how great Dougie Poole's music is. It's just some of my storytelling, and it makes me feel like I still live in a big country, where dreams stay with you, the same way those old country songs did when I was a kid. I love it so, you gotta check it out. Please. And then text me so we can talk about how good…
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