Million Dollar Advice podcast

Million Dollar Advice

Million Dollar Advice is a work and career advice podcast hosted by friends and colleagues Kim Lessing and Kate Arend. Together Kim and Kate run Amy Poehler’s Paper Kite Productions and are very cool and good at their jobs. Each week, they will help live callers with their work-related dilemmas. Whether you have a question or you just like listening to other people’s problems, this show will change your life. If you have a problem at work or a career question big or small, write in to milliondollaradvicepod@gmail.com or leave a message on the Million Dollar Advice Hotline (888) 799-6327. Kim and Kate can’t wait to give you some Million Dollar Advice!

Million Dollar Advice is a work and career advice podcast hosted by friends and colleagues Kim Lessing and Kate Arend. Together Kim and Kate run Amy Poehler’s Paper Kite Productions and are very cool and good at their jobs. Each week, they will help live callers with their work-related dilemmas. Whether you have a question or you just like listening to other people’s problems, this show will change your life. If you have a problem at work or a career question big or small, write in to milliondollaradvicepod@gmail.com or leave a message on the Million Dollar Advice Hotline (888) 799-6327. Kim and Kate can’t wait to give you some Million Dollar Advice!

 

#36

Grateful for Bed

This week Kim and Kate discuss their gratitude practice, including the thing they’re most grateful for: bed. They help a caller who is sick of how distracted her coworkers are on Zoom. Then, they answer a voicemail question about what to do when your boss says, “I love you.” Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

21 Nov 2024

31 MINS

31:44

21 Nov 2024


#35

Late Onset Pick Me Syndrome

This week Kim and Kate discuss whether or not Kim is a pick-me. Spoiler alert, SHE IS! Then, they help an emailer who is dealing with a low stakes office klepto. Later in the episode Kim and Kate help an emailer who is dealing with her own grief and the grief of those around her. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

14 Nov 2024

33 MINS

33:27

14 Nov 2024


#34

Sleeping with a Single Airpod

This week Kim and Kate suffer from crippling brain fog. But after a few jumping jacks, the ladies are back up and running. They answer a question from a caller who is pulled in too many directions at work and isn’t sure where to turn. Then, the ladies are tasked with saving a boss who can’t find her voice and is too lax. Kim and Kate whip her into shape quick! Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

07 Nov 2024

31 MINS

31:49

07 Nov 2024


#33

Chobani, Please Sponsor Us

This week Kim and Kate are high on coffee and chobani creamer (please sponsor us). They discuss office microtrends. What is in, and what is out! Then, they help an emailer with returning to the workforce after taking some European time off. Lastly, they answer a DM about a hierarchy issue. Spoiler alert, someone is married to the CEO! Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

31 Oct 2024

30 MINS

30:40

31 Oct 2024


#32

Water Aerobics with Amy Poehler

This week Kim and Kate are joined by the incredible Amy Poehler. They reveal their favorite movies and what it was like to brave a large building. Then, the three help a caller with murky worky boundaries. Lastly, they discuss best practices for workplace bonding. Amy admits she loves Kim and Kate. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

24 Oct 2024

47 MINS

47:25

24 Oct 2024


#31

Sick, Sick Green Lady

This week Kim is sick and recording from home. More worrying though, is that Kim is on the verge of becoming a green lady. Kate helps Kim course correct and they dive into the episode where they help an emailer who doesn’t know how to answer “what do you do?” Then, another emailer is at a loss for how to help her workaholic friend. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

17 Oct 2024

29 MINS

29:15

17 Oct 2024


#30

Coworkers Leave Colorado Man Behind on Mountain Summit during Office Retreat

This week Kim and Kate record later than usual and it’s chaos. They answer a question about a coworker who constantly interrupts all the while Kim can’t stop interrupting Kate! Kate is, however, very patient about it. Then, a couple calls in to talk about how to cope with their recent promotions and deal with their inability to get some work life balance. It’s a slap happy episode to say the least. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

10 Oct 2024

37 MINS

37:36

10 Oct 2024


#29

Calm Kim

Today Kim has done acupuncture and is in a state of total bliss. Naturally, this throws off the entire dynamic and Kate is terrified. They right the ship and dig into a question about how to deal with a boss who “isn’t a morning person.” Then, the ladies tackle a question about an unequal partnership. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

03 Oct 2024

31 MINS

31:24

03 Oct 2024


#28

The Spice Girls of Advice with Lisa Gilroy

This week Kim and Kate are joined by the hilarious and perfect Lisa Gilroy. Together, they help a caller who is dealing with high tension that she can’t seem to diffuse. Then, the ladies tackle an email about a co-worker who won't stop sending unfunny memes. The problem stumps them at first but eventually they find their way through and save the day. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

26 Sep 2024

45 MINS

45:13

26 Sep 2024


#27

Write Yourself a Thank You Note

This week Kim and Kate debate whether they’re overstimulated or just old. Then, they help a voicemail caller who is caught in the middle of a juicy love triangle. After that, they help an emailer who is feeling that her department is undervalued. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

19 Sep 2024

29 MINS

29:58

19 Sep 2024


#26

CC’d to Death

This week Kim and Kate discuss Bala Bangles, Yiddish and fitness routines. Then, they help a caller who is being bullied on LinkedIn by a former co-worker. After that, they address an email from a listener who is being CC’d to death. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

12 Sep 2024

34 MINS

34:45

12 Sep 2024


#25

Employee of the Month

This week Kim and Kate are separated by 3,000 miles and it’s bringing up some long unaddressed issues between them. After working things out, Kim and Kate talk to a caller who is starting her own business and struggling with her social media presence. Next, a coffee roaster has an enemy she is trying to navigate. Luckily Kim and Kate have some excellent advice. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

05 Sep 2024

32 MINS

32:04

05 Sep 2024


#24

Black Cat, Golden Retriever

This week Kim and Kate help a dad-to-be and golden retriever as he navigates his long term writing partnership with a black cat. Then, Kim and Kate address a voicemail from a listener who isn’t sure how to resign from her current position. Everyone’s lives are changed and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

29 Aug 2024

31 MINS

31:51

29 Aug 2024


#23

But, Beyoncé! with Zainab Johnson

This week Kim and Kate are joined by comedian, actress, and writer Zainab Johnson (@zainabjohnson). They help a caller whose difficult boss won’t take her seriously and also happens to be her dad. Then, they tackle an email question about whether or not kindness can be manipulative. Everyone’s lives are changed and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

22 Aug 2024

41 MINS

41:36

22 Aug 2024


#22

Tell Them to Wipe Their Own Ass

This week Kate and Kim share the joy and trauma of popcorn and spray tans. Then, they help a caller who is lost in a cycle of career hopping and burnout. Later, they help a voicemail caller put together a timeline for how to make a career shift. Everyone’s lives are changed and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

15 Aug 2024

36 MINS

36:44

15 Aug 2024


#21

I Raise You a Bitmoji

This week Kim and Kate hit you with answers to three, yes, THREE questions. First, Kim and Kate help a listener deal with the bizarre emoticon culture dominating her company’s communication style. Then, a husband needs advice on how to encourage his wife to quit a job she hates. And last but not least, a photographer gets stiffed at the altar and Kim and Kate save the day and get her paid. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

08 Aug 2024

28 MINS

28:01

08 Aug 2024