Networking: Buzzword or Bummer?

Networking: Buzzword or Bummer?

In this episode of Grossly Competent, hosts Steve and Patrick dive into a subject so scary, so utterly revolting, that chills will run down your spine! We're talking everyone's favorite corporate buzzword: Networking. The boys get down to the nitty gritty and chat about the true power of absolute, genuine networking and that it's so much more than collecting business cards like Patrick Bateman at a Pokemon convention. Whether you're an extrovert or introvert, Steve and Patrick share tips on becoming more effective with meeting people in your field and the doors it can open. Whether it's to see if Steve screws up the intro, to discover who Patrick bribed to be our sponsor of the week, or hear the uncanny connections our Spinarooski provides, there's a little something for everyone. And of course, some links for you to enjoy: * 'My God, it even has a watermark.' [https://youtu.be/aZVkW9p-cCU?si=Zp5jHKwqYnrk-C1C] * Forbes: The Power of Networking [https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbescoachescouncil/2025/04/04/the-power-of-networking-building-genuine-connection-in-a-hybrid-world/] * The Spinarooski is alive... [https://www.instagram.com/p/DZIHfK-gGhy/] Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, we're Grossly Competent. Hey friends, we love doing this, and if you like what you’re hearing and want to support the show, here are the best ways possible:  * Give a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you get your podcasts, * Visit us on Buzzsprout at grosslycompetent.buzzsprout.com [https://grosslycompetent.buzzsprout.com].  * Give us a shout on Instagram @grosslycompetent We appreciate you for listening! Grow Potential With Humata Consulting [https://humata-consulting.com/] Empowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development Solutions Hang out with Zero Proof Pass [https://zeroproofpass.com/] Mindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2534273/support]

They Came for the Chat: Melissa McGovern Interview!

In this episode of Grossly Competent, Patrick introduces Steve to a super special guest, the Sober New Yorker herself, Melissa McGovern! *Fan fare erupts everywhere That's right, folks! Strap in as Melissa enlightens the boys on her journey to becoming a success coach, sobriety advocate, and podcast host, and embarasser of teenage children. Discover how sobriety transformed her personal and professional life, and get practical tips on alcohol-free living, coaching, and building a brand around authenticity. And dance; we can't forget about dance. Follow Melissa in all her endeavors! * The Sober New Yorker on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thesobernewyorker/ [https://www.instagram.com/thesobernewyorker/] * The Sober New Yorker website https://thesobernewyorker.com/ [https://thesobernewyorker.com/] * The Sober New Yorker Podcast https://thesobernewyorker.com/podcast [https://thesobernewyorker.com/podcast] Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent. Hey friends, we love doing this, and if you like what you’re hearing and want to support the show, here are the best ways possible:  * Give a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you get your podcasts, * Visit us on Buzzsprout at grosslycompetent.buzzsprout.com [https://grosslycompetent.buzzsprout.com].  * Give us a shout on Instagram @grosslycompetent We appreciate you for listening! Grow Potential With Humata Consulting [https://humata-consulting.com/] Empowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development Solutions Hang out with Zero Proof Pass [https://zeroproofpass.com/] Mindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2534273/support]

The Confidence Paradox

We're confident that you won't regret clicking this link [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2534273/support]! In this episode of Grossly Competent, hosts Steve and Patrick dissect the phenomenon referred to as The Confidence Paradox, which highlights that experience creates confidence but the very act of doing needs confidence. And of course, the boys figure out a way to relate this into the professional landscape and L&D and stuff, so there's that. Talk about a mind-Duck. (That's just for you, Apple Podcasts. - Steve) But before they try to sound smart, Patrick unveils an interesting InMail he received from a Dramatic connection and Steve provides insight into his foolproof method for negating the LinkedIn Pitchslap... by fighting fire with fire. Like what you hear and want to learn more? Here are some links: * The Confidence Paradox [https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/shift-mind/201102/the-paradox-confidence] * For non-Apple Podcasts listeners, acknowledge the 'E'! [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grossly-competent/id1838937086] Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent! Hey friends, we love doing this, and if you like what you’re hearing and want to support the show, here are the best ways possible:  * Give a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you get your podcasts, * Visit us on Buzzsprout at grosslycompetent.buzzsprout.com [https://grosslycompetent.buzzsprout.com].  * Give us a shout on Instagram @grosslycompetent We appreciate you for listening! Grow Potential With Humata Consulting [https://humata-consulting.com/] Empowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development Solutions Hang out with Zero Proof Pass [https://zeroproofpass.com/] Mindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2534273/support]

Pitches Get Stitches

Now this is a pitch that won't result in a stitch! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2534273/support] In this episode of Grossly Competent, hosts Steve and Patrick delve into one of their favorite subjects they love to hate: LinkedInfluencers! That's right folks - the boys are back at it for another round against the corporate faux-fluencers as they attempt to psychologically analyze why this type of mentality is so pervasive in the professional atmosphere. Is it because someone didn't hug them enough? Or is it because they find connecting with people must involve a 'pitchslap'? Or perhaps it's a fear of being truly authentic? Tune in to find out what the boys discover might be the root of it all! Here are some links to some stuff Steve and Patrick mention: * Children of the Self-Absorbed by Nina W. Brown, EdD, LPC [https://www.amazon.com/Children-Self-Absorbed-Grown-Ups-Getting-Narcissistic/dp/1684034205/ref=sr_1_1] * Tech Neck [https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/effect-of-technology-on-your-neck] * Dunning-Kruger Effect [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dunning%E2%80%93Kruger_effect] - How 93% of all American Drivers rank in the top 50% [https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-dunning-kruger-effect-isnt-what-you-think-it-is/]... * Happy Birthday, Sir David Attenborough! [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/12/nx-s1-5818483/david-attenborough-life-on-earth-greatest-adventure] * Spencer Jones [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonesinfor/] - Jonesin' For: Live your Life to the Max [https://wearejonesinfor.com/] Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent! Hey friends, we love doing this, and if you like what you’re hearing and want to support the show, here are the best ways possible:  * Give a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you get your podcasts, * Visit us on Buzzsprout at grosslycompetent.buzzsprout.com [https://grosslycompetent.buzzsprout.com].  * Give us a shout on Instagram @grosslycompetent We appreciate you for listening! Grow Potential With Humata Consulting [https://humata-consulting.com/] Empowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development Solutions Hang out with Zero Proof Pass [https://zeroproofpass.com/] Mindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2534273/support]

We Disrupt(HR) This Regularly Scheduled Program

We Disrupt(HR) this program for a very important message. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2534273/support] In this episoide of Grossly Competent [https://grosslycompetent.buzzsprout.com], hosts Steve [https://grosslycompetent.buzzsprout.com/2534273/contributors] and Patrick [https://grosslycompetent.buzzsprout.com/2534273/contributors] get back into the groove of things by doing what they do best: fumbling over intros and talking Aruba. But after that, good listener, the boys (scuba) dive into discussing the recent DisruptHR event that took place in Milwaukee, WI. Patrick discusses his perspective of the event being an audience member while Steve offers a glimpse into being a public speaker, how it feels knowing you are going to say something that 250 people aren't going to like, and reveals some behind-the-scenes info you won't want to miss! Interested in DisruptHR and want to learn more? Here are some helpful links: * DisruptHR website [https://disrupthr.co/] * The DisruptHR-Milwaukee Lineup [https://www.linkedin.com/posts/disrupthr-milwaukee_disrupthr-milwaukee-hr-activity-7455360930256789505-6kT2?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAA3RyzYBsF8kL1d0p0o0klNEBid1G97iLWw] * A Sight for Sore Eyes [https://www.instagram.com/p/DXw99FXES6_/?] Go check out some of our favorite speakers of the night: * Jen Marr [https://jenmarr.com/about] * Dr. Thekla B. Ross [https://www.theklabr.com/] * Dana Echert [https://www.inspireskillstraining.com/] * Maria Nicholas-Groves [https://www.talentgrowthpartners.com/about] * Kylene Zenk [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylenezenk/] And, of course, Aruba-related goods: * An honest glimpse into Aruba [https://youtu.be/fJWmbLS2_ec?si=dwc0V9zk6xhhbPZn] * The Antilla Wreck [https://www.tropicalsnorkeling.com/snorkeling-the-antilla-wreck/] Come for the chat, stay for the laughs, and run from our faces: we're Grossly Competent! Hey friends, we love doing this, and if you like what you’re hearing and want to support the show, here are the best ways possible:  * Give a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you get your podcasts, * Visit us on Buzzsprout at grosslycompetent.buzzsprout.com [https://grosslycompetent.buzzsprout.com].  * Give us a shout on Instagram @grosslycompetent We appreciate you for listening! Grow Potential With Humata Consulting [https://humata-consulting.com/] Empowering Company Success through Customized Learning and Development Solutions Hang out with Zero Proof Pass [https://zeroproofpass.com/] Mindful Drinking Starts Here - Hang out without the Hangover. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2534273/support]