Show Notes
In this brutally honest kickoff to the new year, Jeremy and Jimmy break down the corporate myth that “Q1 is a fresh start” when, in reality, it’s just last year’s nonsense with a new calendar. We dig into how companies pretend they’re reinventing themselves while quietly recycling the same broken processes, the same empty promises, and the same leaders insisting “this year will be different.” We talk through the annual corporate purge, where org charts get shaken like a snow globe and everyone pretends it’s “strategic.” We roast the lazy coworkers who suddenly act hyper‑productive because bonus season is approaching and they need to look alive. And of course, we unpack the fresh batch of Mandatory Trainings — including some strange questions and thoughts about the sexual harassment trainings. If you’re already exhausted by Q1, this episode will make you feel seen, validated, and slightly less alone in the corporate circus. For more info about the show or to grab show merch, visit www.abovemypaygradepodcast.com
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