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Unicorns in the Breakroom

Sarah Vela and Amy Lewis

The podcast we wish we"d had when we were trying to figure out corporate life.Oh hi! All the opinions in this podcast are our opinions! They don"t in any way reflect our employers, past, present, or future.So be cool, ok?

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Episode 33: Layoff Season

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2025/11/02

Amy and Sarah recorded something of an "emergency pod" this week amidst the announcements of mass layoffs at Amazon, Target, and other tech companies and retailers. Unicorns in the Breakroom is proudly sponsored by Pinecone Coaching, a Leadership Coaching company dedicated to helping rising leaders gain the confidence they need to take their careers to the next level. Mention the podcast for a 15% discount off of any coaching package! Email us your work stories: unicornsinthebreakroom@...

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43:35

Episode 32: Hacking Motivation

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2025/10/26

Amy and Sarah have some tips and tricks on how to kickstart your motivation at work if you've hit a real slump. Also Sarah shares her favorite new TikTok account! Unicorns in the Breakroom is proudly sponsored by Pinecone Coaching, a Leadership Coaching company dedicated to helping rising leaders gain the confidence they need to take their careers to the next level. Mention the podcast for a 15% discount off of any coaching package! Email us your work stories: unicornsinthebreakroom@gmail....

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Episode 31: Know Your Microskills!

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2025/10/19

What are you *uniquely* good at? What are your superpowers? Understanding your "microskills" and knowing how to leverage them at work is a key to your success. Amy and Sarah talk you through how to identify, utilize, and showcase your microskills in corporate. Unicorns in the Breakroom is proudly sponsored by Pinecone Coaching, a Leadership Coaching company dedicated to helping rising leaders gain the confidence they need to take their careers to the next level. Mention the podcast for a 15...

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53:41

Episode 30: Managing Up

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2025/10/12

What is managing up and how do you do it? Unicorns in the Breakroom is proudly sponsored by Pinecone Coaching, a Leadership Coaching company dedicated to helping rising leaders gain the confidence they need to take their careers to the next level. Mention the podcast for a 15% discount off of any coaching package! Email us your work stories: unicornsinthebreakroom@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @UnicornsintheBreakroom Check the webpage: Unicorns in the Breakroom

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Episode 29: The Art of the 1X1

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2025/10/05

How to get the most out of those one-on-one meetings -- with your boss, your direct, your skip level, or your peer. Unicorns in the Breakroom is proudly sponsored by Pinecone Coaching, a Leadership Coaching company dedicated to helping rising leaders gain the confidence they need to take their careers to the next level. Mention the podcast for a 15% discount off of any coaching package! Email us your work stories: unicornsinthebreakroom@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @UnicornsintheBreakro...

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Episode 28: AI Don't Think So

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2025/09/28

In which Sarah begs you to stop writing "hot takes" about the em-dash on LinkedIn. Unicorns in the Breakroom is proudly sponsored by Pinecone Coaching, a Leadership Coaching company dedicated to helping rising leaders gain the confidence they need to take their careers to the next level. Mention the podcast for a 15% discount off of any coaching package! Email us your work stories: unicornsinthebreakroom@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @UnicornsintheBreakroom Check the webpage: Unicorns in...

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28:59

Episode 27: Job Hugging

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2025/09/22

Just Hold On Loosely, but don't let go If you cling to tightly, you're gonna lose control Your baby needs someone to believe in And a whole lot of space to breathe in Unicorns in the Breakroom is proudly sponsored by Pinecone Coaching, a Leadership Coaching company dedicated to helping rising leaders gain the confidence they need to take their careers to the next level. Mention the podcast for a 15% discount off of any coaching package! Email us your work stories: unicornsinthebreakroom@gmai...

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Episode 26: Back to School

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2025/09/15

Sharpen your pencils and join us as we talk through the trials and tribulations of the back to school/back to work season. Unicorns in the Breakroom is proudly sponsored by Pinecone Coaching, a Leadership Coaching company dedicated to helping rising leaders gain the confidence they need to take their careers to the next level. Mention the podcast for a 15% discount off of any coaching package! Email us your work stories: unicornsinthebreakroom@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @Unicornsinthe...

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Season 2 Trailer

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2025/09/09

We're back, baby! Unicorns in the Breakroom is proudly sponsored by Pinecone Coaching, a Leadership Coaching company dedicated to helping rising leaders gain the confidence they need to take their careers to the next level. Mention the podcast for a 15% discount off of any coaching package! Email us your work stories: unicornsinthebreakroom@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @UnicornsintheBreakroom Check the webpage: Unicorns in the Breakroom

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Episode 25: Change Management

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2025/04/28

Sarah and Amy talk about navigating change as a leader or a direct report and introduce a framework (the CLEAR model) for thinking through all the elements of leading change. It's our final episode of Season 1! See you right back here in a couple of months for Season 2 of UITB. Unicorns in the Breakroom is proudly sponsored by Pinecone Coaching, a Leadership Coaching company dedicated to helping rising leaders gain the confidence they need to take their careers to the next level. Mention the ...

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Episode 24: Executive Presence

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2025/04/14

Amy and Sarah talk about Executive Presence. What it is, why it matters, and how to embody it. Unicorns in the Breakroom is proudly sponsored by Pinecone Coaching, a Leadership Coaching company dedicated to helping rising leaders gain the confidence they need to take their careers to the next level. Mention the podcast for a 15% discount off of any coaching package! Email us your work stories: unicornsinthebreakroom@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @UnicornsintheBreakroom Check the webp...

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Episode 23: Mistakes We've Made (A Few)

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2025/04/07

Amy and Sarah talk about the top 3 mistakes they've made in the workplace, and what they learned from them. Unicorns in the Breakroom is proudly sponsored by Pinecone Coaching, a Leadership Coaching company dedicated to helping rising leaders gain the confidence they need to take their careers to the next level. Mention the podcast for a 15% discount off of any coaching package! Email us your work stories: unicornsinthebreakroom@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @UnicornsintheBreakroom Check...

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Episode 22: Power Mapping

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2025/03/31

Looking beyond the org chart, Amy and Sarah talk about the importance of power mapping within organizations. They explore the dynamics of formal, informal, and social power, and how understanding these can help individuals navigate their careers more effectively. Unicorns in the Breakroom is proudly sponsored by Pinecone Coaching, a Leadership Coaching company dedicated to helping rising leaders gain the confidence they need to take their careers to the next level. Mention the podca...

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Episode 21: Fences

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2025/03/23

Amy and Sarah tackle boundaries. Learning to set boundaries with your time and your energy is critical to being able to, well, function. This includes saying no to unnecessary meetings, limiting after-hours work, managing extra tasks, and communicating your capacity clearly. Boundaries aren’t about being rigid or unhelpful—they’re about making sure your contributions are sustainable and aligned with your career goals. Boundaries can be especially tough for early-career professionals and women...

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Episode 20: Copycat

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2025/03/17

"Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery," and in this episode, Amy and Sarah encourage you to go forth and imitate the people you admire at work. ----- Want to leave us a review? Feel free to copy and paste any one of these into Apple Podcasts. It takes just a couple minutes of your time, and really helps us get discovered: Absolutely obsessed! This podcast is equal parts hilarious, insightful, and unfiltered in the best way. A must-listen for anyone navigating corporate life with a shre...

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Episode 19: Who Do You Think You Are?

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2025/03/09

Amy and Sarah talk about imposter syndrome. What is it, how do you recognize it, and what can you do about it. Further Resources: The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women (Dr. Valerie Young) Website on Dunning-Kruger Effect Unicorns in the Breakroom is proudly sponsored by Pinecone Coaching, a Leadership Coaching company dedicated to helping rising leaders gain the confidence they need to take their careers to the next level. Mention the podcast for a 15% discount off of any coaching packa...

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58:19

Episode 18: Who's the Boss?

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2025/03/02

For this week's listener-requested topic, Amy and Sarah discuss the experience of transitioning from colleague to supervisor in the workplace. They share personal experiences about adjusting priorities, managing relationships with former peers, and establishing appropriate leadership boundaries. While leadership transitions present initial challenges, the new role can be a great experience for everyone when approached with clear communication and appropriate humility. Unicorns in the Breakroo...

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Episode 17: The Leftovers

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2025/02/23

Did Sarah name this episode after one of her favorite TV shows? Yes. But is it really about what to do if you get left behind after a workforce reduction? Also yes. Amy and Sarah dive into the complexities of managing your emotions, expectations, relationships, and workload after a massive layoff. Just because you were lucky enough to be spared, doesn't mean it's easy to navigate these transitions. We're here to help. Unicorns in the Breakroom is proudly sponsored by Pinecone Coaching, a Lead...

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Episode 16: Part 6, Negotiating!

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2025/02/16

In this final installment of the 6-part job hunting series, Amy and Sarah dive deep into the art of negotiating job offers. They provide a comprehensive guide for professionals at all levels, with special attention to those new to high-stakes negotiations. The episode explores critical aspects of the negotiation process, from understanding your professional worth to evaluating complete compensation packages beyond base salary. Amy and Sarah demystify equity compensation, including stock optio...

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61:14

Episode 15: Part 5, The Interview (Finally!)

Unicorns in the Breakroom ·

2025/02/10

Sarah and Amy finally get you into the room where it happens, reminding you that the job interview is a performance, not a conversation. They discuss the importance of preparation, including mastering the STAR(T) method for storytelling, and provide tips for both in-person and video interviews. The conversation also covers how to navigate tricky interview questions and how to close an interview on a strong note. Unicorns in the Breakroom is proudly sponsored by Pinecone Coaching, a Lead...

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