33 Tangents
308 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 17 ratings33 Tangents is a podcast that covers a wide range of topics from digital analytics to business and technology to remote work.
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#254 - Are You Putting Your Client In A Better Place Or Are You Just Checking Items Off A List?
April 12, 2023 14:15 - 49 minutes - 91.2 MB“By putting the employee first, the customer effectively comes first by default, and in the end, the shareholder comes first by default as well.” - Richard Branson Have you ever been part of a project or initiative and after it is over, you feel as though things are not improved or in a better condition? This can happen when a vendor’s focus is solely on the tasks that need to be done and losing site of the bigger picture. What is that bigger picture? If all of the tasks are done,...
#253 - Does Your Agency Have Your Best Interests In Mind?
April 05, 2023 14:15 - 50 minutes - 91.6 MBOne of the expectations when bringing in a digital analytics agency to help, is that they will have your best interests in mind. Our success is their success, right? That isn’t always the case. Why wouldn’t an agency have their client’s best interests in mind? What other interests could there be? Could there be conflicting interest? On this week’s episode of the 33 Tangents Podcast, Jim and Jason discuss the multiple interests an agency could have and how to determine if they are...
#252 - Are You Buying The Tool Because Of The Logo Or Are You Buying The Tool Because It Gives You The Outcomes You Desire?
March 22, 2023 14:15 - 57 minutes - 106 MBBuying certain brands and logos is a concept that permeates all facets of life. Whether it is cars, clothing, kitchen appliances, or even marketing technology, brands & logos bestow a level of status. It can be easy to understand why someone does this on a personal level, but at the company level? Shouldn’t it only matter that the tool does what it says it’s supposed to? Why do companies fall into the trap of buying something for the logo or brand it is associated with? On this we...
33 Tangents - Episode #251 - A Day In The Life of an Artist with Shai Dahan
March 15, 2023 14:15 - 59 minutes - 109 MBHow can you make a career out of your passion? On this week’s episode of the 33 Tangents podcast, Jason and Jim are joined by Shai Dahan. Shai is an American contemporary painter and street artist living in Sweden He is also the illustrator of the book “A Is For Analytics”. Some of Shai accomplishments include: In July 2012, Shai received recognition for his solo exhibition at the Borås Art Museum in Sweden. He was later featured as the opening keynote speaker at TEDx Göteborg in Octobe...
33 Tangents - Episode #250 - How Do You Find the Agency that Is Right For You?
March 08, 2023 14:15 - 39 minutes - 71.8 MBDigital analytics agencies are not all the same. There are a wide variety of services that can be offered and each digital analytics agency has their own approach. How does an organization find the right digital analytics agency? What questions should you ask? What should an organization consider? On this week’s episode of the 33 Tangents podcast, Jim and Jason discuss how an organization can evaluate a potential partner and why organizations have bad consulting experiences. T...
33 Tangents - Episode #249 - Why Would A Company Want To Work With A Digital Analytics Agency?
March 01, 2023 14:15 - 40 minutes - 73.4 MBDigital analytics agencies are not all the same. There are a wide variety of services that can be offered and each digital analytics agency has their own approach. Why would a company want to work with a digital analytics agency? What benefits could an organization realize? On this week’s episode of the 33 Tangents podcast, Jim and Jason discuss the reasons why a company would want to work with a digital analytics agency and the steps they need to take to understand what they real...
33 Tangents - Episode #248 - Agency Red Flags
February 15, 2023 14:15 - 47 minutes - 86.6 MBFor many organizations, working with an agency is not a positive experience and it can be likened to working with a mechanic. You don’t know if they’re being honest about the work that is needed and when you find a good one you hold on tight. What things from an agency should a company see as red flags? What questions can you ask ahead of time to bring these to the surface? On this week’s episode of the 33 Tangents podcast, Jason and Jim talk about what they’ve seen as red flags wi...
33 Tangents - Episode #247 - I Need The Assistance of A Digital Analytics Agency, Where Should I Look?
February 08, 2023 14:15 - 48 minutes - 89 MBDo you believe your organization has a need to work with a digital analytics agency, but not sure where to start? In the Digital Analytics & Marketing space, what kinds of agencies exist? What are the different services available to an organization? Isn’t hiring an agency just hiring an agency and asking these questions pointless? On this week’s episode of the 33 Tangents Podcast, Jason and Jim discuss why an organization employees the services of an agency the types of service com...
33 Tangents - Episode #246 - Storytelling For Individuals
February 01, 2023 14:15 - 43 minutes - 79.5 MBMerriam-Webster defines story as: 1) an account of incidents or events and 2) a statement regarding the facts pertinent to a situation in question. Storytelling is a very powerful part of the human experience and a key tool used throughout human history. It provides a level of familiarity and when done well, it conveys information in a way that resonates with all involved. How does storytelling apply to individuals in a workplace setting? Why is that every group activity starts wit...
33 Tangents - Episode #245 - Discussing Storytelling For Brands with Stephen Marshall and Chase Friedman
January 25, 2023 14:15 - 1 hour - 115 MBMerriam-Webster defines story as: 1) an account of incidents or events and 2) a statement regarding the facts pertinent to a situation in question. Storytelling is a very powerful part of the human experience and a key tool used throughout human history. It provides a level of familiarity and when done well, it conveys information in a way that resonates with all involved. During a recent episode, guest Stephen Marshall said “Story is the glue for new facts and information.” How do...
33 Tangents - Episode #244 - Storytelling With Data
January 18, 2023 14:15 - 41 minutes - 76.2 MBMerriam-Webster defines story as: 1) an account of incidents or events and 2) a statement regarding the facts pertinent to a situation in question. Storytelling is a very powerful part of the human experience and a key tool used throughout human history. It provides a level of familiarity and when done well, it conveys information in a way that resonates with all involved. Data by itself is cold and many times unfamiliar, leading people to discount or outright ignore it. When data ...
33 Tangents - Episode #243 - Storytelling & Sales
January 11, 2023 14:30 - 46 minutes - 85.8 MBMerriam-Webster defines story as: 1) an account of incidents or events and 2) a statement regarding the facts pertinent to a situation in question. Storytelling is a very powerful part of the human experience and a key tool used throughout human history. Story provides a level of familiarity and when used effectively, it conveys information in a way that deeply resonates with all involved. Many view sales as just stating facts, but the art of sales is more than that. Those successf...
33 Tangents - Episode #242 - From The Archives: Data That Is Nothing More Than A Distraction
January 04, 2023 14:15 - 39 minutes - 73.2 MBWe are currently taking a break for the holidays. We’ll return with new episodes on January 11, 2023. This episode originally aired on April 7, 2021. We’ve all experienced the situation with a client where we know the data they are talking about is nothing more than a distraction. It can be data that they have identified as needing to be collected or data they already collect. When asked about it, you get the response that “just might need it in the future”. On this week’s episode of...
33 Tangents - Episode #241 - From The Archives: Consultant vs. Contractor
December 28, 2022 14:15 - 49 minutes - 90.8 MBWe are currently taking a break for the holidays. We’ll return with new episodes on January 11, 2023. This episode originally aired on November 6, 2020. In many organizations, the terms consultant and contractor are use synonymously. There are, however, major distinctions between those two roles. Each comes with its own set of expectations and level of engagement. What are the major differences between the two? What does it mean to hire a contractor? What is expected when you bring...
33 Tangents - Episode #240 - From The Archives: Embracing Learning from Mistakes and How That Can Propel Your Testing Program
December 21, 2022 14:15 - 50 minutes - 93.4 MBWe are currently taking a break for the holidays. We’ll return with new episodes on January 11, 2023. This episode originally aired on March 3, 2021. It seems like there is a great deal of talk about the importance of learning from mistakes. The problem with that however is that most people are so fearful that they do everything they can to either avoid making mistakes or to hide them when they do happen. People do not feel encouraged to take calculated risks that will provide opportuni...
33 Tangents - Episode #239 -Discussing How To Get Started In Your Career With Ashlee & Stephen Marshall
December 14, 2022 14:15 - 54 minutes - 100 MBFinding a path to get started in a career can feel like a daunting task. Fortunately there are resources available regardless if if you a student just entering higher education or someone with several years of experience returning to continue their education. What are those resources? How can they be accessed? What provides valuable experience? What kinds of things should someone focus on? On this week’s episode of 33 Tangents, Jason and Jim welcome for the first time Ashlee Mars...
33 Tangents - Episode #238 - Teaching Data Literacy
December 07, 2022 14:15 - 43 minutes - 79.4 MBHow can data literacy be taught? What resources exist for those that want to fill gaps with their own data literacy? On this episode of the 33 Tangents podcast, Jason and Jim talk about methods they see as key to helping increase data literacy and experiences they’ve had in both school & in their careers that illustrate the value it. ITEMS WE MENTIONED 33 Tangents - Episode #218 - Why Is Unlimited PTO So Polarizing? 33 Tangents - Episode #130 - Re-examining Unlimited PTO 33 Tangen...
33 Tangents - Episode #237 - From The Archives: Built to Last
November 30, 2022 14:15 - 49 minutes - 90.4 MBWe are currently taking a break for the holidays. We’ll return with new episodes on December 7, 2022. This episode originally aired on October 13, 2021. We all know the adage that “things aren’t built to last like they used to.” Why is that? Why does quality feel like a lost art? On this week’s episode of the 33 Tangents podcast, Jason and Jim discuss what it means to design and build something to last. The conversion covers both physical products and service offerings, looking at why...
33 Tangents - Episode #236 - From The Archives: Creating Solutions vs. Breaking the Rules
November 23, 2022 14:15 - 39 minutes - 71.4 MBWe are currently taking a break for the holidays. We’ll return with new episodes on December 7, 2022. This episode originally aired on November 3, 2021. We live in a society where we are trained from childhood to get in line and stay there. Those that challenge the norm and try to bring new ideas & ways of doing things are labeled rule breakers and problems. Companies and individuals claim to want to work with those that are creative, but then are quick to stifle it. We’ve all run acro...
33 Tangents - Episode #235 - How Can A Low Level Of Data Literacy Impact An Organization?
November 16, 2022 14:15 - 47 minutes - 86.4 MBAs the saying goes, one rotten apple spoils the bunch. In the real world, one person can ruin an entire team. How will a low level of data literacy impact an organization? Can you think of example of organizations where it’s apparent where they are not very data literate? On this week’s episode of the 33 Tangents podcast, Jason and Jim continue their conversation around data literacy, focusing on how low levels of data literacy can impact an entire organization. Looking back at past exp...
33 Tangents - Episode #234 - What Does It Mean To Be Data Illiterate?
November 09, 2022 14:15 - 41 minutes - 75.6 MBWhat does it mean for an individual to be data illiterate? What does it mean for that person’s career, both currently and in the future? How does a lack of data literacy impact the people around that person? On this episode of the 33 Tangents podcast, Jason and Jim continue their discussion around data literacy, focusing on what it means for an individual who lacks in that capacity. THANK YOU We know your time is limited, so it means a lot to us that you would spend some of your tim...
33 Tangents - Episode #233 - What Is Data Literacy?
November 02, 2022 14:15 - 46 minutes - 85.1 MBWhat is data literacy? The text book definition as per Gartner is the ability to read, write and communicate data in context, including an understanding of data sources and constructs, analytical methods and techniques applied, and the ability to describe the use case, application and resulting value. Looking at and thinking about that detailed, academic definition, what does all of that mean? How does that apply to digital analytics? How does it impact digital analytics implementation en...
33 Tangents - Episode #232 - Talking About The Importance of Finding a Mentor With Evan LaPointe
October 26, 2022 14:15 - 1 hour - 119 MBIt is common in the sports world to see top tier athletes seek out coaches that help improve and elevate their performance. In the business world, it’s a bit of a mixed bag. In many circles, seeking out coaching and feedback is perceived as a sign of weakness. You need to project that you know everything. In other circles, there is talk of actively seeking out a mentor for help. What does it mean to have a mentor in your career? How important is it and value does that provide? How do ...
33 Tangents - Episode #231 - How Do You Grow Your Career in Digital Analytics?
October 19, 2022 14:15 - 48 minutes - 88.4 MBGetting started in a career can seem daunting enough. Once established, the need to grow and expand will present itself to prevent becoming stagnant. In the digital analytics space, opportunities are not normally handed to you, you’ll need to search out the opportunities to grow. Once someone has started working in digital analytics, how are they able to grow their career? What resources are available? On this week’s episode of the 33 Tangents podcast, Jason and Jim are joined by Jenn...
33 Tangents - Episode #230 - Controlling Your Marketing Tags So They Don’t Control You
October 12, 2022 14:15 - 58 minutes - 108 MBOn this week’s episode of the 33 Tangents podcast, Jenn Kunz delivers her presentation "Controlling Your Marketing Tags So They Don't Control You" was given at the Marketing Analytics Summit in Las Vegas in June 2022. Jenn is a Principal Architect with 33 Sticks and has 15 years of experience helping enterprise organizations solve their analytics problems holistically, no matter where they are in their digital measurement evolution or what tool set they use. Video version of this prese...
33 Tangents - Episode #229 - What Is The Value of Digital Analytics?
October 05, 2022 14:15 - 40 minutes - 74.2 MBValue is a relative concept. As per the cliche, “what is one man’s trash is another man’s treasure.” When it comes to Digital Analytics, this is certainly the case. What those in and close to it in an organization see as valuable, those on the outside often do not. It’s often a tough go when trying to sell insights that have been uncovered to upper levels of management. At the start of the Covid pandemic, the digital analytics teams were part of the first round of layoffs and furloughs ...
33 Tangents - Episode #228 - Delivering Direct & Uncomfortable Feedback
September 29, 2022 00:10 - 45 minutes - 82.9 MBOne of the primary reasons an organization brings in a consulting firm, whether that be digital analytics, another practice, or for general guidance, is to get an assessment and feedback on the workings of the organization. Why is it then when providing the direct and uncomfortable feedback related to the findings of the assessment, the organization doesn’t want to hear it? Why do stakeholders not want to share it, or worse, try to hide it? On this week’s episode of the 33 Tangents podcas...
33 Tangents - Episode #227 - The Art of Being A Consultant
September 21, 2022 14:15 - 40 minutes - 73.6 MBLike many things in life, there is an art to being a consultant. The problem though is that the word consultant has come to take on multiple meanings. In some cases it refers to an individual brought in to evaluate a portion or an entire organization and provide director. Other times it refers to a team that provides a services and works at the direction of another organization. What does it mean to be a consultant? What are the reasons why an organization hires an outside consultant? ...
33 Tangents - Episode #226 - What People in Analytics Think About In The Day to Day of Their Job
September 14, 2022 14:15 - 45 minutes - 84 MBThose that work in digital analytics often default to continuous implementation and constantly sending reports because they are low risk activities. Low risk as compared to providing insights. The minute recommendations based on data, a digital analyst puts their neck out potentially putting their job and livelihood at risk. Why is there risk with “stepping over that line” moving from reporting to providing insights and recommendations? Is it a result of imposter syndrome. On this week’...
33 Tangents - Episode #225 - The Difference Between Reporting and Insights
September 07, 2022 14:15 - 47 minutes - 86.4 MBWhen working with data and distributing it to clients or internal stakeholders, the line between reporting and insights is often blurred. When it comes to digital analytics, what is reporting and what are insights? What is the difference between the two? How is data distribution different between the two? On this week’s episode of the 33 Tangents podcast, Jason and Jim give their perspectives on both aspects of data distribution. Pulling from direct experience with clients, they discu...
33 Tangents - Episode #224 - From The Archives: What Unique Things Should A Digital Analytics Solution Consider For B2B?
August 31, 2022 14:15 - 41 minutes - 75.4 MBThis episode originally aired on December 1, 2021. We’ll be back with new episodes on September 7, 2022. “If you want to understand the entrepreneur, study the juvenile delinquent. The delinquent is saying with his actions, ‘This sucks, I’m going to do my own thing.’ “ - Yvon Chouinard What are some of the unique nuances that digital analytics solutions should consider for a B2B site? Can the same solution cover both a B2B site and a B2C site? What are some of the finer details that m...
33 Tangents - Episode #223 - Optimization Techniques That Lead to a Successful Program
August 24, 2022 14:15 - 43 minutes - 79.2 MBHaving an optimization program that operates at an elite level, driving tangible value is the dream of many organizations. Setting that goal is one thing; achieving it is something completely different. What does a successful optimization program look like? What techniques should one consider to accomplish that? Are there certain optimization techniques that the industry talks about that amount to nothing? On this week’s episode of the 33 Tangents podcast, Jim and Jason discuss what it ...
33 Tangents - Episode #222 - What Are The Keys To A Sustainable Digital Analytics Implementation?
August 17, 2022 14:30 - 44 minutes - 81.9 MBThe growth in both the number and the capabilities of digital analytics & marketing tools coupled with the faster speed at which updates can be deployed has made it so organizations can collect ever increasing amounts of data. While this is a dream for many analysts, how much of that data is actually valuable? What is does an analytics implementation strategy look like through the lens of Sustainable Analytics? What does it look like when there is no guiding implementation philosophy? On...
33 Tangents - Episode #221 - What Is Sustainable Analytics?
August 10, 2022 14:15 - 51 minutes - 93.5 MBFor many, it feels as though digital analytics has reached a point where the focus is on the collecting more data and less on how it will be used. Often times organizations are moving too fast so the excuse becomes “as long as we’re collecting it, we’ll be able to figure it out later.” The problem is that most of that data will be useless because the time to define it, validate it, and maintain it was put in. On this week’s episode, Jason and Jim talk about a concept Jason has mentioning ...
33 Tangents - Episode #220 - What Will Make Someone Successful in Digital Analytics?
August 03, 2022 14:15 - 42 minutes - 78.1 MBThe people that make up the digital analytics space come from a variety of backgrounds and have wildly different educational backgrounds and career paths. Unlike other careers, there are no prescribed paths or series of steps to get into and move forward with a career in digital analytics. What are some of the common traits that have made these folks with all sorts of different journeys? What are some key things that will make someone successful in digital analytics? On this week’s episo...
33 Tangents - Episode #219 - Benefits That Matter
July 27, 2022 14:15 - 50 minutes - 92.3 MBWe’ve heard from our parents and grandparents about the importance of the benefits package offered by your employer. To them, they key components were time off, medical coverage, and a retirement plan. When interviewing, it’s easy to develop blinders focusing only on salary and ignoring the other components related to compensation. What are the types of benefits that companies can provide beyond medical coverage and time off? On this week’s episode of the 33 Tangents podcast, Jason a...
33 Tangents - Episode #218 - Why Is Unlimited PTO So Polarizing?
July 20, 2022 14:15 - 54 minutes - 99.6 MBOver last couple of years, the summer vacation season has provided the opportunity to talk about what is often seen as a controversial topic…Unlimited PTO. It is something that has its fervent proponents and its ardent detractors. It’s a conversation that is ever evolving and where we people have changed their position on it. The first conversation regarding this topic was back in 2019 on episode 64 and it has been two years since we last discussed it. On this week’s episode, Jim and J...
33 Tangents - Episode #217 - From The Archives: Is Unlimited Time Off Actually Unlimited?
July 13, 2022 14:15 - 53 minutes - 98.3 MBWe’re currently taking a break from recording for some vacation time with family. We’ll be back with new episodes starting on July 20, 2022. This episode originally aired on July 19, 2019. There seems to be a trend with many tech jobs for the company to offer Unlimited Time Off. Is this actually true or is it just a gimmick? We’re going to discuss next week why people aren’t taking vacation, unlimited or not, in significant numbers. Are companies offering it as a benefit employees won’t u...
33 Tangents - Episode #216 - From The Archives: Living the Remote Work Life with Evan LaPointe, Founder & CEO of CORE Consulting
July 06, 2022 14:20 - 1 hour - 112 MBWe’re currently taking a break from recording for some vacation time with family. We’ll be back with new episodes starting on July 20, 2022. This episode originally aired on September 25, 2020. Working remotely offers a great deal of freedom and flexibility which can take many different forms. It can be working from various different co-working locations or coffee shops so the person is not always at the home office all the way up to taking extended road trips with the family and doing w...
33 Tangents - Episode #215 - From The Archives: Talking Analytics and Remote Work with Aginity CEO Rick Hall
June 29, 2022 14:15 - 59 minutes - 108 MBWe’re currently taking a break from recording for some vacation time with family. We’ll be back with new episodes starting on July 20, 2022. This episode originally aired on February 24, 2021. On this week’s episode of 33 Tangents, Jason and Jim are joined by Rick Hall to talk about analytics and remote work. Rick Hall is a software entrepreneur focused on the analytics market for more than 30 year. He has led the development of over a dozen software products and taken several companies...
33 Tangents - Episode #214 - Summer Reading List 2022
June 22, 2022 14:15 - 43 minutes - 79.6 MBIt’s summer time. It’s a time of the year when people take vacations and try to slow down a bit to enjoy the nice weather. One thing that many find enjoyable to have with them during this time is a book. On this week’s episode, of the 33 Tangents podcast, Jim and Jason talk about the books that are currently at the top of their reading list. Books We Mentioned: A is for Analytics by Hila Dahan and Jason Thompson Am I Over-Thinking This by Michelle Rial The Elements of Choice by Eric J...
33 Tangents - Episode #213 - Working From Fun Locations
June 15, 2022 14:15 - 50 minutes - 92.7 MBElon Musk recently banned any kind of remote work for Tesla employees with justification being the types of products they manufacture. He set the expectation that employees will be in the office for a minimum of 40 hours a week. Previous episodes have covered topics such as how to successfully work report and debating which is better. Instead of rehashing those topics, Jim and Jason are taking a different approach to the topic on this week’s episode of the 33 Tangents podcast. They disc...
33 Tangents - Episode #212 - What Are Common Data Activation Pitfalls?
June 08, 2022 14:30 - 37 minutes - 68.1 MBData activation is something easily discussed and easily derailed. What are the common mistakes often made when trying to activate data? What should an organization try to avoid? On this week’s episode of the 33 Tangents podcast, Jason and Jim conclude their conversation on the topic of data activation. They discuss the common scenarios they have seen with organizations throughout their career and the recommendations they have given to address them. THANK YOU We know your time is li...
33 Tangents - Episode #211 - From The Archives: The So-Called About the “Cookie-less” Future
June 01, 2022 14:15 - 44 minutes - 81.5 MBThis episode was originally posted on February 3, 2021. It feels like we have another round of “all cookies are dying” conversations happening again. Companies are being pushed to adopt some sort of server side technology now or all data will be lost. What is actually happening? What is the truth? Is it all fear, uncertainty, and doubt or is there some legitamacy to it? Do companies need to jump immediately or is there still time to see how things develop? On this week’s episode of ...
33 Tangents - Episode #145 - From The Archives: The So-Called About the “Cookie-less” Future
June 01, 2022 14:15 - 44 minutes - 81.5 MBThis episode was originally posted on February 3, 2021. It feels like we have another round of “all cookies are dying” conversations happening again. Companies are being pushed to adopt some sort of server side technology now or all data will be lost. What is actually happening? What is the truth? Is it all fear, uncertainty, and doubt or is there some legitamacy to it? Do companies need to jump immediately or is there still time to see how things develop? On this week’s episode of ...
33 Tangents - Episode #210 - From The Archives: Dealing with Stress and Burnout
May 25, 2022 14:15 - 45 minutes - 84.1 MBThis episode was originally posted on January 27, 2021. Stress is a normal part of life and under normal circumstances, it ebbs and flows. If you’re not careful however, feeling stressed can lead to burnout. You often don’t realize it until it’s too late. On this week’s episode, Jim and Jason take a detour from a planned topic to discuss some steps they’ve taken recently to deal with them. THANK YOU We know your time is limited, so it means a lot to us that you would spend some of your...
33 Tangents - Episode #209 - Do You Have The Right Foundation to Enable Data Activation?
May 18, 2022 14:15 - 49 minutes - 90.1 MBData activation is easy to talk about, but difficult to execute. It doesn’t take much to get excited about the potential that data activation can bring and may often jump right in without ensuring they are prepared. What are the key components of a solid foundation to enable data activation? What pre-requisites should organizations consider? On this week’s episode of the 33 Tangents podcast, Jim and Jason discuss what organizations need to have in place in order to successfully unlock ...
33 Tangents - Episode #208 - What Does It Mean To Activate Data?
May 11, 2022 14:15 - 41 minutes - 76.3 MBWe’ve all heard about data activation, but what does it really mean? What is involved to reach data activation? What forms does data activation take? On this week’s episode of the 33 Tangents podcast, Jim and Jason dive into the topic of data activation and breakdown how much of what is often discussed is real what could be hype. They discuss where organizations often get stuck when trying to activate data and how to avoid common pitfalls. THANK YOU We know your time is limited, ...
33 Tangents - Episode #207 - What Constitutes “Work” and The Value of It?
May 04, 2022 14:15 - 48 minutes - 88.3 MBAs knowledge work continues to undergo a transformation, changing how, where, and when things get done some are starting to question what exactly is work and who determines the value of it What makes up work? Is it sitting at a desk all day or is it the ideas that come up when you’re driving or going for a walk? How much productive time makes up the traditional 8 hour work day? On this week’s episode of 33 Tangents, Jim and Jason assess the current state of knowledge work, the metamorpho...
33 Tangents - Episode #206 - Remote Work: The Pressure To Always Be On Camera
April 27, 2022 14:28 - 49 minutes - 90.6 MBMany have talked about how the pandemic has accelerated the move to remote work. Over the last 2 years people have gotten a taste of being able to chose where they work, how to work, and how to be comfortable while working. One of the major pressures employees have been facing has been the push to return to the office. Another, which is not as often discussed, is the push to be on camera for every meeting when not in the office. Is it a bad idea to demand this of employees? For those pu...