Drinks After Work with Shannon and Deb

PTO, Shame and Hot Dogs

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Pop the tab on something cold and settle in — it's time for another round of Drinks After Work!
This time, we're talking all about:
 
  • Why unlimited PTO is actually an illusion of flex
  • PTO shame and why we hoard our time off like it's precious (because it is)
  • The unspoken rules that make taking time off feel like a crime
  • How working from home makes PTO guilt even worse
  • Planning, scheduling, and actually honoring your time off

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    In this episode, Shannon and Deborah are joined by special guest Chris Coladonato (aka the Connection Catalyst) to tackle the complicated world of paid time off. From companies that give you PTO then punish you for taking it, to the culture of answering emails at 9 PM that trains everyone to disrespect boundaries, they break down why we're all exhausted and what we can actually do about it. Plus, some surprisingly strong feelings about hot dogs.
     
    So sip, swig, or chug — and get ready to:
    • Stop teaching people you're always available (put down the work phone)
    • Plan time to decompress after your vacation ends
    • Set up coverage plans before you leave (so you don't feel guilty)
    • Write an out-of-office that actually protects your inbox
    • Honor your time off instead of just scheduling it

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      Because it wouldn't be Drinks After Work without the drinks, here are the FAB: 
      Deborah: Out of Office — Coconut rum, pineapple orange juice (basically a piña colada for PTO vibes). 
      Shannon: Maple Bourbon Smash — Bourbon, maple syrup, orange juice, lemon juice, bitters, muddled with orange slices. 
      Chris: Guinness Zero (or Athletic Brewing Irish Stout) — Non-alcoholic beer for pretend time off.
       
      Resources:
      Chris Coladonato, the Connection Catalyst
       
       
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      Hosts: Shannon Tipton & Deborah Harris
       
      Podcast produced by: Obsidian Productions
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      Drinks After Work with Shannon and DebBy Shannon Tipton