Entries by Mindful Business Alliance

From Cell to CEO: Leadership Lessons Behind Bars

Join Chuck and Andrew as they journey from boardrooms to the stark walls of Changi Prison. They reveal how respect, strong boundaries, and a focus on rehabilitation can revolutionize not just inmates but your entire office culture. From intense encounters with 150 pairs of eyes to heartwarming moments in the artist’s wing, this episode is packed with laughs, life lessons, and a fresh perspective on making your workplace a better place. Don’t miss out on these prison-powered insights that might just save your sanity at work!

Micromanagement: The Soul-Crushing Art Form

Ever had a boss whose absence felt like a tropical vacation because you could finally get things done? Chuck and Andrew tackle the hilarious yet tragic realities of workplaces where micromanagement runs rampant, challenge the excuses that keep this disastrous practice alive, and offer a glimmer of hope for those trapped under the thumb of a control freak. Buckle up for a candid, no-holds-barred conversation that’s as entertaining as it is enlightening.

Navigating the Work-from-Home Life with Krista Newhouse

Strap in as we explore the unfiltered reality of working from home during and after a global pandemic. Krista shares her experiences dealing with technophobes in DC, negotiating childcare while on conference calls, and mastering the art of multitasking—like folding laundry during meetings (camera off, of course). We discuss the blurred lines between work and life, the mental gymnastics of pretending to pay attention on Zoom, and why none of us will ever wear hard pants again. It’s a rollercoaster of laughter, insight, and a dash of sarcasm.

Return to the Office? Let’s Debate This Nightmare

Ready to relive the joy of fluorescent lighting and awkward elevator small talk? Neither are we. But that’s not stopping companies like Amazon from dragging us back to the office. Chuck and Andrew put on their debate hats—Andrew championing the corporate call to return, and Chuck defending the remote work revolution.