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The Big Con Podcast

The Big Con Podcast

By: Emily Kay and Dale Leszczynski
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The Big Con Podcast: Emily and Dale are bringing you in on the Con. Strategy doesn't have to be something only those who master PowerPoint can do; we're making it approachable to everyone! The Big Con podcast is dedicated to demystifying and simplifying the world of strategy, exploring the businesses and individuals who've either harnessed it for success or missed the mark.
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  • Big Con Podcast Strategy Masterclass

    Big Con Podcast Strategy Masterclass
    Jan 26 2025
    In this landmark final episode, hosts Dale and Emily distill two years and 50 episodes worth of business strategy insights into actionable frameworks and lessons. From blue oceans to corporate karma, this masterclass serves as both a series finale and an entry point for new listeners wanting to understand strategic thinking in business.

    Key Timestamps:
    00:00:00 - Introduction & Episode Overview
    00:01:30 - Defining Strategy: Core Concepts
    00:06:02 - AI-Powered Analysis of Strategy
    00:13:54 - Framework 1: Blue Oceans Strategy
    • Case Studies: Lego, Wirecard, Weight Watchers
    • Key Lesson: Set boundaries before expansion
    00:19:15 - Framework 2: The Trust Bank
    • Case Studies: PwC, Twitter/X, Ashley Madison
    • Key Lesson: Trust takes years to build, seconds to lose
    00:23:09 - Framework 3: Disruption Decoded
    • The Three Ns: Netflix, Nvidia, Nintendo
    • Key Lesson: Plan self-disruption before others do it for you
    00:26:33 - Special Discussion: Ethics in Business Strategy
    • The "Temporary Ethical Flexibility" Debate
    • Corporate Karma and Long-term Success
    Featured Companies & Case Studies:
    • Lego: Overexpansion risks
    • Weight Watchers (WW): Rebranding challenges
    • Netflix: Content strategy evolution
    • Nvidia: AI market leadership
    • Nintendo: Consistent innovation
    • Twitter/X: Platform transformation
    • Ashley Madison: Security failures
    • Wirecard: Governance collapse
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    📕Show Menu - https://bit.ly/bcpshowmenu

    The Big Con Podcast: Emily and Dale are bringing you in on the Con. Strategy doesn't have to be something only those who master PowerPoint can do; we're making it approachable to everyone! The Big Con podcast is dedicated to demystifying and simplifying the world of strategy, exploring the businesses and individuals who've either harnessed it for success or missed the mark.
    Subscribe and follow today to get all new episodes in your feed immediately.

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    34 mins
  • 🔥 When Communities Turn Against You: The Dark Side of Building Business Communities

    🔥 When Communities Turn Against You: The Dark Side of Building Business Communities
    Dec 10 2024
    Is "build a community" the most dangerous business advice you've ever received? In this eye-opening episode, we dive into how your carefully cultivated community could become your biggest nightmare. Through cautionary tales of Etsy's identity crisis, Tumblr's spectacular self-destruction, and Reddit's ongoing power struggles, we explore what happens when profit meets passion.Discover:
    • Why Etsy's journey from craft fair to Wall Street left artisans feeling betrayed
    • How Tumblr's attempt to become "advertiser-friendly" led to a mass exodus
    • The ongoing battle between Reddit's moderators and corporate interests
    • The tricky balance between community values and commercial success
    Plus, we tackle the eternal September effect and ask the burning question: is community building worth the risk, or are we all just playing with fire? Join us for a candid conversation about the hidden costs of community-driven business strategies and what happens when trust banks go bankrupt.🎯 Essential listening for entrepreneurs, community managers, and anyone wondering if "community-first" might actually mean "profits-last."


    📕Show Menu - https://bit.ly/bcpshowmenu

    The Big Con Podcast: Emily and Dale are bringing you in on the Con. Strategy doesn't have to be something only those who master PowerPoint can do; we're making it approachable to everyone! The Big Con podcast is dedicated to demystifying and simplifying the world of strategy, exploring the businesses and individuals who've either harnessed it for success or missed the mark.
    Subscribe and follow today to get all new episodes in your feed immediately.
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    30 mins
  • Brain Chemistry & Bottom Lines: The ROI of Neurodiversity

    Brain Chemistry & Bottom Lines: The ROI of Neurodiversity
    Nov 26 2024
    From workplace stigma to corporate innovation - dive into the real talk about neurodiversity at work. When a major luxury retailer's neurodivergent discrimination case hits the headlines, we unpack the bigger picture: why embracing neurodivergent talent isn't just good ethics, it's smart business. Did you know neurodivergent testing teams are 30% more productive? Discover how companies like HP and the Australian Defence Force are tapping into unique cognitive perspectives for competitive advantage. Plus, real talk about masking, workplace accommodations, and why that "perfect cultural fit" might be costing your company billions in lost talent. Whether you're a leader, HR pro, or navigating neurodivergence yourself, this episode breaks down the mths, shares the stats, and shows how neurodiversity could be your organization's secret weapon.

    📕Show Menu - https://bit.ly/bcpshowmenu

    The Big Con Podcast: Emily and Dale are bringing you in on the Con. Strategy doesn't have to be something only those who master PowerPoint can do; we're making it approachable to everyone! The Big Con podcast is dedicated to demystifying and simplifying the world of strategy, exploring the businesses and individuals who've either harnessed it for success or missed the mark.
    Subscribe and follow today to get all new episodes in your feed immediately.
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    39 mins

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