Leadership isn’t easy. Work can be messy. And the most honest conversations don’t always happen on the record.
With 50+ years of combined experience spanning nonprofits to major corporations, Mike and Nate dive into leadership, workplace culture, and personal growth — without buzzwords, corporate spin, or HR-approved answers.
Just real stories. Hard truths. And the conversations you wish more people were having after the meeting.
This is Take It Offline.
All Episodes
Ep. 11 – Leadership On Mute
Can you be a great leader if you’re a terrible communicator? Or does leadership fall apart the moment people stop understanding you? This week the guys discuss where the line really is between bad communication and bad leadership.
Ep. 10 – Pinball Wizard
Mike brought the quarters. Nate brought the questions. It’s time to pull the plunger and see who gets the high score!
Ep. 9 – Standards & Expectations…So What?
Weaker or stronger? Higher or lower? Complimentary or conflicting? Join the guys as they debate the difference between Standards and Expectations.
Ep. 8 – Mediocrity City
In business and in life - is there a place for mediocrity? Mike & Nate break it down. (Plus one of the guys has a high-achieving bathroom fixture.)
Ep. 7 – No Participation Trophy For YOU!
Are high achievers and mediocre people really at odds? Join the conversation as Mike & Nate debate the issue. Plus, hear Mike’s Yelp review of Canada’s only nude beach.
Ep. 6 – Burnout Part 2 (We Did[n’t] Start The Fire)
Burnout. It happens. But who’s responsible? And who’s to blame? Better question - what are you going to do about it? Mike & Nate discuss all this and more as we Take It Offline.
Ep. 5 – Burn[out] After Reading
Burnout. Is it real? Or is it simply good, ol’ fashioned, everyday workplace stress? Mike & Nate dig into the research and explore the most current trends. (And how modern work culture may have blurred the lines.) It’s Part 1[...]
Ep. 4 – File It Or Flush It!
Leadership cliches. They’re infinitely quotable and often motivational. But are they actually factual? The studio heats up as Mike & Nate offer their HOT takes. Join us, won’t you?
Ep. 3 – Just Because You Can…
Just because something is legal, does that make it okay? Can you keep your values and still succeed? Do any of us really know what our values are? Mike & Nate tackle all that and more on this episode of[...]
Ep. 2 – Mission, Vision, Blah blah blah
Missions, visions - everyone’s got one. But does any of it matter? Or do they all stink? Join the guys as they talk everything from moon landings to company standings.
Ep. 1 – The Great Work Debate
Join Mike & Nate as they take on the remote vs. hybrid vs. in-office debate. The stats are solid, the debate is spirited, and the outcome may not be what you’re expecting.