We test a new recording setup, nerd out on an electronics repair game, then use it as a springboard to talk about right to repair and why fixing things feels harder in the US than it should. We also run a career retrospective on our biggest pivots, what we might have done differently, and why fulfillment often beats the “safe” path. • trying a new podcasting platform and accepting the risk of a messy test • a Tokyo repair shop game that captures the joy of tinkering without the wait • why parts access and repair markets shape consumer behavior and e-waste • reflecting on career forks without spiraling into dwelling • engineering versus sales engineering and how culture fit changes everything • leaning into soft skills, systems thinking, and product management • choosing challenge over comfort and what that reveals about motivation • leaving the corporate ladder to build something tangible and small-team focused • age perception inside big companies and how it can cap promotions • the Bitcoin mining story we still regret Hey, and uh, if you like the nothing that we do, you could support the show… if you're not a member of our Patreon, you can join it by clicking the link… And if you're not into lights, we're gonna have to join our Discord… We're on YouTube, we're on Instagram, we're on all the podcast platforms… buy a baby onesie. Support the show Click/Tap HERE for everything Corporate Strategy Elevator Music by Julian Avila Promoted by MrSnooze Don't forget ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ it helps!
