Amazing Teams Podcast
Join HeyTaco founder Doug Dosberg and Una Japundza as they uncover the secrets of building great teams.
The ROI of Delight & the Power of a Well-Thought-Out Gift with Katy Carrigan
Katy Carrigan, CEO of Goody, discusses how thoughtful gifting drives employee engagement and recognition. They discuss the power of personalization, celebrating milestones, and building a culture of appreciation. The conversation also delves into leadership transparency, empowering teams, and how Goody navigates growth while keeping the recipient experience at the heart of it all.
ListenYou Can't Clap with One Hand: Lessons from 55 Startups with Sanket Merchant
Sanket Merchant, a partner at PeakSpan Capital, shares insights from his career journey in the software investment space. He discusses the importance of culture, clarity, and support in building high-performing teams and organizations. Sanket emphasizes the value of trust, agility, and gratitude in leadership and how these elements drive the success of entrepreneurial ventures.
Listen"Say the Thing": Claire Lew on Leading with Clarity
In this episode of the Amazing Teams podcast, we sat down with Claire Lew, CEO and founder of Canopy (formerly Know Your Team), to explore the evolving role of managers and the growing need for leadership development. She discusses the challenges of navigating uncertainty, maintaining morale, and giving honest feedback, while emphasizing the need for clear communication and strong leadership in today's complex, digital workplace.
ListenHow to Really Move People - and Why Being Nice Ain't It, with Stephen Lord
Stephen Lord discusses the unique role of a Scrum Master, emphasizing the importance of kindness, empathy, and building trust within teams. He shares insights on treating developers as creative artists, fostering a positive team culture, and implementing gratitude practices to enhance team dynamics. The conversation offers actionable steps to improve workplace culture, highlighting the value of listening, authenticity, and recognition.
ListenLeading Through Ambiguity: What Startup Leaders Must Learn (Fast) with Hannah Munizza
Hannah Manizza, VP of Marketing at Forge Biologics, explores the concept of a "wrong rock boss" and the critical role of effective leadership in team dynamics. Hannah shares her personal journey from a structured corporate environment to the fast-paced world of startups at Forge Biologics, highlighting both her professional growth and the evolution of the company.
ListenThe Wake You Leave Behind: Carl Smith on Team Culture, Trust, and Not Being a Control Freak
Carl Smith, owner of the Bureau of Digital, shares his journey from agency owner to community leader, reflecting on the role of people, motivation, and creativity in the workplace. The conversation highlights the power of community, the emotional weight of leadership, and the lasting impact of our actions— "the wake" we leave behind.
ListenTacoBytes: Why Tacos? And Other Big Questions About HeyTaco
In this bite-sized episode of Amazing Teams, Una flips the mic and interviews HeyTaco founder Doug about the seven most common "why" questions people ask about the platform. From “Why tacos?” to "Why a daily limit?", Doug dives into the design decisions that shaped HeyTaco into the gratitude-powered, culture-building tool teams love today.
ListenDelete Half Your Meetings — and Why Gratitude Beats Cash 75% of the Time with Marc Cenedella
In this episode, we sat down with Marc Cenedella, CEO of The Ladders, to explore the evolving landscape of work culture. We discuss the shift to remote work, the key drivers of productivity, and the power of gratitude in the workplace.
ListenTacoBytes: Cringe No More - How to Make Your Appreciation Messages Actually Mean Something
Una andDoug Dosberg tackle a spicy topic—cringe appreciation messages. You know the ones: "Thanks for all you do," "You're the best," or "Thanks for everything." We've all sent them. But are they actually meaningful?
ListenWhat Are You Doing on the Fifth Day? How COLAB Made the 4-Day Workweek Work with Morgan Witham
Morgan Witham, CEO of COLAB, shares her journey from investment banking to leading a digital agency and how her team embraced a four-day work week. Morgan shares insights on workplace culture, employee retention, and the power of gratitude in building a thriving company.
ListenTacoBytes: From Beer Emoji to Taco Nation - The Origin of HeyTaco
Una Japundza sits down with Doug Dosberg, founder of HeyTaco, to dive into the origin story of everyone's favorite peer recognition tool. From his early days at The Motley Fool to his unexpected leap into building a culture-shaping product, Doug shares the behind-the-scenes moments that brought HeyTaco to life.
ListenGIF Wars, Taco Tuesdays & Global Teams: Making Work Fun with Skyler Birk-Stachon
Skyler shares his insights on the importance of enjoying work, the cult following of Notion, and how he built a global team at Optemization. He emphasizes the role of fun in the workplace and discusses his unique approach to team building through community events like pickleball.
ListenTacoBytes: Season 2 reflection Ask-Me-Anything style with Doug Dosberg and Una Japundza
Doug and Una reflect on Season 2 in an Ask Me Anything-style conversation. They share insights on workplace culture, team recognition, and lessons learned from the season.
ListenTrust, Clarity, and Recognition: Keys to Thriving Teams with Heather Haas
Heather Haas, CEO of ADVISA, shares insights on how trust, clarity, and recognition create thriving teams, emphasizing the power of authentic leadership and appreciation. She discusses practical strategies to build strong workplace cultures where employees feel valued and engaged.
ListenTacoBytes: Recognition and Rewards are not the same thing with Doug Dosberg and Una Japundza
Doug and Una explore why recognition and rewards are not the same. They discuss the impact of authentic appreciation on workplace culture and team motivation.
ListenOn hiring for attitude, measuring outcomes vs tactics and human-first customer support with Lav Crnobrnja
Lav Crnobrnja, co-founder and CEO of Vacation Tracker, highlights hiring for attitude, prioritizing outcomes over tactics, and a human-first approach to customer support. He shares insights on fostering a culture of empathy, adaptability, and strong customer relationships.
ListenTacoBytes: The importance of rituals in building teams with Doug Dosberg and Una Japundza
Doug and Una discuss the role of rituals in building strong teams. They explore how consistent practices foster connection, culture, and a sense of belonging.
ListenThe Evolution of Remote Work with Sondre Rasch
Sondre Rasch, Co-Founder and CEO of SafetyWing, discusses the evolution of remote work, highlighting its challenges, opportunities, and the future of distributed teams. He shares insights on creating effective remote cultures, balancing flexibility with productivity, and supporting employees in a digital-first world.
ListenTacoBytes: Inside CultureCon - fanness and the future of employee engagement with Doug Dosberg and Una Japundza
Una goes to CultureCon to explore "fanness" and the future of employee engagement. They discuss what it means to create a workplace people genuinely love and how culture drives connection.
ListenFeedback Loops and Trust Falls: A Designer's Approach to Building a Team with Francesco Vetica
Francesco Vetica shares a designer's approach to team building, emphasizing feedback loops, trust, and collaboration. He explores how design principles can shape strong, high-performing teams.
ListenTacoBytes: Why you shouldn't trust engagement surveys with Doug Dosberg and Una Japundza
Doug and Una challenge the reliability of engagement surveys. They explore why traditional surveys fall short and how to truly understand and improve workplace culture.
ListenOn Leading Kids vs. Adults, Running Otus Without HR, and Building a Team of Developers and Teachers with Chris Hull
Chris Hull shares insights on leading kids versus adults, running Otus without HR, and building a team of developers and teachers. He explores unconventional leadership strategies and the power of blending education with technology.
ListenTacoBytes: myths and facts about workplace happiness with Doug Dosberg and Una Japundza
Doug and Una debunk common myths about workplace happiness. They explore what truly drives fulfillment at work and how leaders can create a positive culture.
ListenWhy Learning is the Key to Building Your Team (and How to Make it Not Suck) with Lisa Lie
Lisa Lie explains why learning is key to team building and how to make it engaging instead of tedious. She shares strategies for creating a culture of growth, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
ListenTacoBytes: Is unlimited PTO a trap? With Doug Dosberg and Una Japundza
Doug and Una unpack the truth about unlimited PTO. They explore whether it's a perk or a trap and how companies can approach time off more effectively.
ListenFrom Startup to 250 Employees: The Power of Culture at Limble with Bryan Christiansen
Bryan Christiansen shares how Limble grew from a startup to 250 employees by building a strong, values-driven culture. He explores the role of leadership, team alignment, and intentional culture in driving sustainable growth and success.
ListenTacoBytes: Living your company values, actually with Doug Dosberg and Una Japundza
Doug and Una discuss what it really means to live your company values. They explore how to move beyond buzzwords and embed values into daily actions and decisions.
ListenLet's Talk Comp (Without the Corporate Snooze-Fest): Fair Pay, Transparency, and What Really Matters with Lola Han
Lola Han demystifies compensation, tackling fair pay, transparency, and what truly matters. She shares insights on building trust and creating a culture where employees feel valued.
ListenTacoBytes: Season One's Unmissable Moments with Doug Dosberg and Una Japundza
Doug and Una revisit the most impactful moments from Season One. They highlight key insights, memorable conversations, and lessons that shaped the season.
ListenEnding with a Question, How to Measure Culture & 3 Things You Can Do Today to Affect It with Eddie Geller
Eddie Geller explores how to measure culture and three actions to improve it today. He shares insights on building intentional workplace culture and the power of asking the right questions.
ListenYes, And… to Better Teams! How Improv Games Boost Confidence and Connection with Jordan Hirsch & Sarah Filman
Jordan Hirsch and Sarah Filman reveal how improv games strengthen teams by boosting confidence and connection. They share practical techniques for fostering collaboration, adaptability, and trust in the workplace.
ListenForget Compliance—Build a Culture of Buy-In & How to Engineer Real Engagement with Aaron Schmookler
Aaron Schmookler explains how to move beyond compliance and build a culture of true buy-in. He shares strategies for engineering real engagement through trust, collaboration, and meaningful involvement.
ListenHow Giving Back Brings Your Team Together: The Power of Shared Experiences with Jason Piasecki
Jason Piasecki explores how giving back strengthens teams through shared experiences. He shares insights on fostering connection, purpose, and collaboration through community involvement.
ListenFrom West Point to Industry, Using Empathy and Discipline to Lead with Steve Hedrick
Steve Hedrick shares leadership lessons from West Point to industry, blending empathy and discipline. He explores how these principles build strong, resilient, and high-performing teams.
ListenThe Coach's Playbook: Serve Up Success by Fostering Team Values with Malia Shoji
Malia Shoji shares a coach's playbook for success, emphasizing the power of team values. She explores how fostering trust, accountability, and shared purpose drives high performance.
ListenTranslating Sports Team Principles to the Business World with Lloyd Fobi
Lloyd Fobi explores how principles from sports teams translate to business success. He shares insights on leadership, teamwork, and accountability to build high-performing organizations.
Listen'The Swing', What Gives a Team the Edge and How to Start a Movement with Liz Hofreuter
Liz Hofreuter explores what gives a team the edge and how to start a movement. She shares insights on leadership, alignment, and the power of collective momentum.
ListenHow to Engage, Give Back and Have Fun with a Fully Distributed Team with Brad Williams
Brad Williams shares how to engage, give back, and build connection in a fully distributed team. He explores strategies for fostering culture, collaboration, and fun in remote work.
ListenOrganizational Feedback Loops, Working with Me Guide, Open Door Quitting Policy, and Transitioning from Contributor to Leader with Chris Coffey
Chris Coffey explores organizational feedback loops, open-door quitting policies, and the transition from contributor to leader.
ListenCultivating Connections, Care, and a Thriving Virtual Workspace with Michael Stevens and Mary Grecz
Michael Stevens and Mary Grecz share strategies for cultivating connection, care, and a thriving virtual workspace. They explore how to build strong relationships and a supportive culture in remote teams.
ListenUnleashing the Power of Trust, Empathy, and Influence to Build Amazing Teams with Erin Corr Miller
Erin Corr Miller explores how trust, empathy, and influence create amazing teams. She shares insights on building strong relationships, fostering collaboration, and leading with authenticity.
ListenDriving Success by Building Meaningful Relationships with Daniel Todd
Daniel Todd shares how building meaningful relationships drives success. He explores the power of influence, trust, and connection in leadership and team growth.
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