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Is Your Boss Blocking You From Moving Ahead? Jun 02, 2026

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In this episode of My Crazy Office, Kathi and Katherine talk about a difficult situation that can arise for any ambitious employee: What do you do if your boss blocks you from moving ahead? They start with a question from someone who has successfully launched a new program for her company and would like some tangible rewards (promotion, raise, more resources) for her success. Her boss refuses to consider any of these options, instead telling her to be happy with where she is.

Feeling blocked by your boss? Listen here.

Job Offer Jitters? May 26, 2026

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Sometimes, getting a job offer can be stressful. In this episode of My Crazy Office, Kathi and Katherine discuss “job offer jitters.” They start with a question from someone who’s been applying for jobs and is now the final candidate for two different positions. Both are appealing, but one company has made an offer, and the other one has not. How can this person hold off a decision until the other job offer comes in?

Does Your Coworker’s Poor Work Make You Look Bad? May 19, 2026

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In this episode of My Crazy Office, Kathi and Katherine address a very frustrating situation: what do you do when a coworker’s poor work habits make YOU look bad? They start with a question from someone who relies on the data from a coworker to do her job. The data she receives is always late, and often incomplete. Kathi and Katherine discuss how to manage a situation where someone else’s poor work could make you look bad.

Does Your Boss Protect the Wrong People? May 12, 2026

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It can be infuriating if your boss protects someone who you don’t like working with.
In this episode of My Crazy Office, Kathi and Katherine ask a question that many of you may say, “yes” to: Does your boss protect the wrong people? They start with a question from someone who likes their job but can’t stand working with one person who the boss is always protecting. Kathi and Katherine discuss why bosses protect certain people and what you can do to manage those difficult relationships.

Are You Working with an Angry Person? May 05, 2026

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In this My Crazy Office podcast, Kathi and Katherine address a question that many of you may relate to – Do you work with an angry person? They start with a question from someone who sits next to a person who looks angry, sounds angry and makes others uncomfortable. Kathi and Katherine discuss the challenges of working with someone who always seems angry, and what you can do to manage the situation.

Is Your Job Your Identity? Apr 29, 2026

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In this episode of My Crazy Office, Kathi and Katherine ask an important question – Is your job your identity? If so, does changing your job threaten your identity? They start with a question from someone who recently left a job at a large, recognizable brand for a better position at a smaller, less well known company. Even though the new job offers much more opportunity, the change in visibility and status is causing this person self-doubt. Is your identity tied into the status of your job? Listen here.

Managing a Toxic Employee Who You’re Afraid to Fire? Apr 14, 2026

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In this My Crazy Office podcast, Kathi and Katherine discuss a tough situation – How do you manage a toxic employee who you’re afraid to fire? They start with a question from someone who has an employee that creates enemies in the workplace. This person is valuable because of the business she brings in. Kathi and Katherine discuss how to handle a toxic employee and whether keeping them on is a good idea.

Boss Not Letting You Make Decisions? Apr 07, 2026

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In this My Crazy Office podcast, Kathi and Katherine ask a provocative question – Is your boss not letting you make decisions? They start with a question from someone who has been at the same job for three years and still has to run every decision by the boss. Kathi and Katherine discuss how to manage a boss who has trouble relinquishing control and thinks every decision should be run by them.

Are You Putting Your Job Before Yourself? Mar 24, 2026

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On this My Crazy Office podcast, Kathi and Katherine consider an important question: Are you putting your job before yourself? They start with a question from someone who likes their job but keeps getting sick because of trying to tackle an overwhelming workload. Kathi and Katherine discuss how to identify whether you are putting your job before your own well being and what you can do about it.

Got Promoted But Can’t Let Go of Your Old Job? Mar 10, 2026

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In this My Crazy Office podcast, Kathi and Katherine address a common dilemma: Getting promoted but not letting go of your old job. They start with a question from someone who recently got promoted to a more executive position but finds it hard to stop doing their former job because it’s familiar and comfortable. Kathi and Katherine discuss why it can be hard to let go and how to move on – even if it’s uncomfortable.

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