No one asked, but they’re going to give it to you anyway… Welcome to the Demoted Podcast hosted by Ross “Corp” Pomerantz (@Corporate.Bro) and Natalie Marie (@Co...
Our Meeting With HR ft. Mariana Garavaglia, CPO at DoorDash
HR’s calling. And frankly, it’s about time. We’ve been asking for it.
This week, we sit down with Mariana Garavaglia, Chief People Officer at DoorDash, to unpack her incredible journey from education to leading teams at Amazon and Peloton. Learn her top interviewing tips, the golden rule of staying on HR’s good side, and get answers to your burning “Dear Demoted” questions about job hunting and salary negotiations. Plus, find out her go-to DoorDash order and whether “work wife” is a term you should use at work.
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Bad Sleep, Getting Ghosted by Your Boss, and a Birthing Class Recap You Didn’t Know You Needed
Apartment brawls, terrifying dad dreams, and getting ghosted by your boss — just another week on Demoted!
On this episode, Ross recounts the details of a birthing class and the horrifying expecting-father nightmare that ensued. Natalie’s officially cohabitating, and may or may not have hosted a fight night at her new apartment. Plus, they’re dishing out some seriously questionable sleep advice, discussing the perils of losing control of your remote team, and tackling a listener’s desperate “Dear Demoted” question about being ghosted by their manager. Get ready for the debut of TWO new segments: “This Guy is About to Be a Father” and “Which Host Wrote This?”
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Corporate Hotline: Twerking Contests, Divorce Lawyers, and Doing it for the Plot
We’ve unlocked the vault of workplace weirdness, and it’s glorious.
Join Ross and Natalie on this “Corporate Hotline” episode as they read listener-submitted workplace stories. Get ready for: happy hour turned twerking contest, a holiday party that left everyone scrambling for damage control, and a calendar invite that screams “red flag.” Plus, they’ll tackle the age-old question: is hooking up with your boss a good idea? (Spoiler: probably not). This episode is a wild ride through the absurdities of corporate life.
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Cringe Posting, Forklift Sales, and Starting Beef: Your LinkedIn Guide to Chaos
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Is your LinkedIn feed a daily dose of cringe? Ours too.
In this episode, Natalie and Ross take a deep dive into the digital circus that is LinkedIn. They trace the evolution of LinkedIn from a simple resume database to a battleground for personal brand supremacy, dissecting the most absurd posting tactics along the way. From celebrating your first forklift sale to strategically sparking online feuds with business rivals, we leave no stone unturned. We’ll also explore the attention-seeking antics of “thought leaders,” the rise of AI headshots, and how NOT to stand out on LinkedIn.
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Besties & Bosses: Building Success Through Shared Empowerment ft. Victoria Garrick Browne
If you’ve ever wondered how Natalie found the confidence to become a content creator, today’s guest, Victoria, is the one to thank.
On this special episode, join Corporate Natalie as she interviews with her childhood best friend and fellow content creator, Victoria Garrick Browne. The duo dives deep into Victoria’s impactful journey from D1 volleyball at USC to founding The Hidden Opponent, a non-profit dedicated to athlete mental health. They explore navigating competitive environments and discovering their passions, highlighting the power of women supporting women, particularly in the business world. From the nuances of managing and giving feedback to employees to personal topics like romantic relationships and finding supportive partners, they cover it all. Get ready for a mix of heartfelt conversation and lighthearted fun, including sarcastic tips on workplace dynamics, a playful look at bridesmaid personalities, and even an honest assessment of Natalie’s volleyball prowess.
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No one asked, but they’re going to give it to you anyway… Welcome to the Demoted Podcast hosted by Ross “Corp” Pomerantz (@Corporate.Bro) and Natalie Marie (@CorporateNatalie). Tune in every week to witness Corp and Natalie unpack the current state of the workplace. You'll get a whole lot of unsolicited advice, heated debates over office etiquette, hilarious role-plays, crazy workplace stories submitted by listeners, and more! They're like the work-besties you wish you had... or maybe not. Follow @demotedpodcast on Instagram for more!
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