The Corporate Cliché Podcast

In Episode 3 of The Corporate Cliché Podcast, Jess interviews Jen, exploring her personal journey from childhood resilience to corporate success, and her quirky passions like Zelda and Disney adventures. Jen shares valuable lessons on self-advocacy, preparation, and finding joy, inspiring listeners to take control of their careers and cherish what makes them unique.
Key Moments:
Meet Jen:Utah-raised, mom of two boys, dog mom to Italian Greyhounds, gamer, and Disney fan.
Fears & Fun:Clowns creep her out, but she’s swum with hammerhead sharks. Loves Zelda and Fortnite for the adventure and puzzles.
Corporate Lessons:Jen shares how advocating for herself led to better pay and career growth. Key advice: be your own hero.
Embarrassing Moment:Her childhood award-winning story (hint: it involves candy wrappers and an unforgettable moonlit moment).
Zombie Survival Skills:Jen’s prepping game is strong, but survival? TBD.
Life Mantra:“I trust life to bring me my highest good.”
Key Takeaways:
Advocate for yourself—don’t wait for recognition.
Affirmations can align you with your goals.
Prep for the unexpected (zombies or otherwise).
Make career moves that inspire you - trust your gut!
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🎧 Thanks for tuning in—see you next week!

In this episode, Jess shares her journey, from navigating Corporate life without a degree to pursuing her passions and embracing a growth mindset. She emphasizes the value of curiosity, authenticity, and learning while sprinkling in personal insights, including her love for cheeseburgers, travel, and avoiding Grizzly bears!
Episode Highlights
Who is Jess?A wife, mom of two, and main provider—but also a fun-loving, spiritual, and curious person who sings loudly in the car.
Passions & PersonalityObsessed with personality tests and astrology (Capricorn sun, Leo moon). A 1-3 Generator in Human Design who thrives on curiosity and learning.
Life LessonsMoving every two years as a child built resilience and adaptability, shaping Jess’s outlook on change.
Proud MomentsThriving in corporate life without a degree, marrying young, and living passionately with her family.
Bucket ListVisiting all 50 states, living abroad, and building this podcast.
Biggest Fears & LessonsDying young, brain aneurysms, and—dark humor—grizzly bears. Corporate wisdom: keep learning, invest effort where it’s reciprocated, and live life fully.
Key Takeaways
Success doesn’t require a degree—create your journey.
Lifelong learning fuels growth.
Match your energy to what you receive.
Live life with purpose, determination and humor (beware of grizzly bears).
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Welcome to The Corporate Cliché Podcast! In this first episode, co-hosts Jen + Jess share the story behind the podcast and their mission to bring relatable, unfiltered conversations about the ups and downs of corporate culture. They introduce the show’s goals, structure, and why they’re excited to connect with listeners on navigating the 9-to-5.
Key Moments
Meet the HostsJess and Jen share their excitement about launching The Corporate Cliché and discuss how a spontaneous conversation turned into the idea for this podcast. They bonded over their experiences in corporate life and a shared passion for helping others thrive in the workplace.
Our Career Journeys
Jess: From starting work without a college degree to eventually launching a bakery, Jess’s winding career path taught her resilience and adaptability.
Jen: Starting her career early and working through various roles while completing her MBA, Jen brings years of experience and a deep desire to empower others in corporate settings.
The Podcast’s MissionWith over 20 years of combined experience, Jess and Jen aim to provide relatable stories, advice, and a supportive community for those working in corporate. Their goal is to turn surviving the 9-to-5 into thriving, empowering listeners to feel less alone in the corporate landscape.
Podcast Structure
Future episodes will cover:
Corporate 101 – Tips to help you thrive at work.
HR Nightmares – Listener-submitted stories.
Work-Life Balance – Insights into the hosts’ lives outside work.
Watercooler Conversations – Honest talk about corporate clichés.
Be Bold Series – Interviews with special guests.
Book Club – Books that shaped their personal and professional lives.
Takeaways
Jess and Jen’s authenticity and humor set the tone for a podcast that aims to provide both laughs and valuable insights into corporate life. They’re here to support listeners through the highs, lows, and clichés of the workplace.
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