In this episode we’re talking with our good friend Jon Colby—a talented leadership speaker and improv-based communication expert who also happens to be an incredibly fun person to talk to.

We invited Jon to discuss humor in the workplace: why it matters, how it helps people connect, and where the line is between being funny and being inappropriate. Along the way, we shared some funny—and occasionally embarrassing—stories from our own lives.

Is grad school really worth it? In this episode, we dive into the pros, cons, and big questions surrounding graduate school. We talk about timing, career goals, and cost while debating when grad school can be a smart investment — and when it might not be the right move.

Everyone says the job market is impossible right now — but employers are still hiring. So why does it feel so hard to get noticed? In this episode, we talk about today’s hiring landscape, AI resume screening, and practical ways candidates can stand out and fight back in a crowded market.

The rules of professionalism seem to keep changing, and figuring out what’s “acceptable” at work can feel confusing for everyone involved. Employers say new hires just “don’t get it,” while candidates are left wondering what “it” even means. Join us as we unpack professionalism in the modern workplace — from communication and workplace culture and beyond.

“Tell us a little bit about yourself.”It’s usually the very first interview question… and somehow the hardest one to answer. Why does such a simple question make so many people freeze up? In this episode, we share our takes, tips, and real talk on how to answer it without sounding rehearsed or awkward.