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    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Rod and Mitch tackle some of the workplace topics that tend to spark strong opinions: <b>Can you actually be friends with your boss? How much PTO is too much? Should you be working from home?</b> </p><p>They share their own experiences, perspectives, and the way they approach these situations in the workplace. It’s a candid conversation that gives you a better look at the mindset behind how they operate as leaders, managers, and coworkers.</p><p>If you’ve ever had an opinion about how work <em>should</em> work, this episode will give you plenty to think about.</p><p>Follow <b>Two Guys in Ties</b> on Instagram and TikTok for more career advice, conversations, and behind-the-scenes content.</p><p><b>Instagram:</b> @twoguysinties<br/><b>TikTok:</b> @twoguysinties</p>]]></description>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Episode 8: From the Field In this episode of Two Guys in Ties, Rod and Mitch take it from the field, sharing real experiences, lessons, and opinions they’ve picked up throughout their professional encounters.  They dive into situations you don't always hear about in the workplace - staying at jobs too long, candidates with DUI's, lying about a bachelor's degree, and much more. Rod and Mitch share what they’ve learned from these experiences, what they would do differently, and the advice ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>Episode 8: From the Field</p><p>In this episode of <b>Two Guys in Ties</b>, Rod and Mitch take it from the field, sharing real experiences, lessons, and opinions they’ve picked up throughout their professional encounters. </p><p>They dive into situations you don&apos;t always hear about in the workplace - staying at jobs too long, candidates with DUI&apos;s, lying about a bachelor&apos;s degree, and much more.</p><p>Rod and Mitch share what they’ve learned from these experiences, what they would do differently, and the advice they’d give to both employers and candidates.</p><p><b>Follow Two Guys in Ties on Instagram and TikTok:</b> @twoguysinties</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Episode 8: From the Field</p><p>In this episode of <b>Two Guys in Ties</b>, Rod and Mitch take it from the field, sharing real experiences, lessons, and opinions they’ve picked up throughout their professional encounters. </p><p>They dive into situations you don&apos;t always hear about in the workplace - staying at jobs too long, candidates with DUI&apos;s, lying about a bachelor&apos;s degree, and much more.</p><p>Rod and Mitch share what they’ve learned from these experiences, what they would do differently, and the advice they’d give to both employers and candidates.</p><p><b>Follow Two Guys in Ties on Instagram and TikTok:</b> @twoguysinties</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Habits That Separate High Performers From Everyone Else What actually separates high performers from everyone else? In this episode of Two Guys in Ties, we’re talking about the habits, mindset, and discipline it really takes to perform at a high level.  We also break down work-life balance vs. work-life harmony and why trying to perfectly separate your work and personal life may not always be realistic. What does it actually look like to build a career you’re proud of while still mak...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><b>The Habits That Separate High Performers From Everyone Else</b></p><p>What actually separates high performers from everyone else? In this episode of <em>Two Guys in Ties</em>, we’re talking about the habits, mindset, and discipline it really takes to perform at a high level. </p><p>We also break down <b>work-life balance vs. work-life harmony</b> and why trying to perfectly separate your work and personal life may not always be realistic. What does it actually look like to build a career you’re proud of while still making time for the things and people that matter?</p><p>Follow <em>Two Guys in Ties</em> on Instagram: <b>@twoguysinties</b></p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><b>The Habits That Separate High Performers From Everyone Else</b></p><p>What actually separates high performers from everyone else? In this episode of <em>Two Guys in Ties</em>, we’re talking about the habits, mindset, and discipline it really takes to perform at a high level. </p><p>We also break down <b>work-life balance vs. work-life harmony</b> and why trying to perfectly separate your work and personal life may not always be realistic. What does it actually look like to build a career you’re proud of while still making time for the things and people that matter?</p><p>Follow <em>Two Guys in Ties</em> on Instagram: <b>@twoguysinties</b></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of Two Guys in Ties, we’re getting to know one of our co-hosts, Rod McDermott, a little better. With one half of the Guys in Ties traveling, our producer Regan Douglas takes the lead and sits down with Rod for a conversation about his career, his journey, and the experiences that helped shape where he is today. From the early days of his career to building McDermott + Bull, Rod shares the lessons, decisions, challenges, and people that helped get him to where he is now. It’s a...]]></itunes:summary>
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    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>On this episode of <b>Two Guys in Ties</b>, we’re getting to know one of our co-hosts, <b>Rod McDermott</b>, a little better.</p><p>With one half of the Guys in Ties traveling, our producer <b>Regan Douglas</b> takes the lead and sits down with Rod for a conversation about his career, his journey, and the experiences that helped shape where he is today.</p><p>From the early days of his career to building McDermott + Bull, Rod shares the lessons, decisions, challenges, and people that helped get him to where he is now.</p><p>It’s a little different from our usual episode — and a chance to get to know the guy behind the tie a little better.</p><p><b>Follow Two Guys in Ties on Instagram: @twoguysinties</b></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of Two Guys in Ties, Rod and Mitch dive into Networking 101 and break down 10 key things everyone should know about building stronger professional relationships. Along the way, they share a few extra tips, real-life stories, and lessons they’ve learned from years of networking. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to sharpen your approach, this episode is packed with practical advice you can use right away. Follow @twoguysinties on Instagram for more clips, tips, and...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of <b>Two Guys in Ties</b>, Rod and Mitch dive into <b>Networking 101</b> and break down 10 key things everyone should know about building stronger professional relationships.</p><p>Along the way, they share a few extra tips, real-life stories, and lessons they’ve learned from years of networking. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to sharpen your approach, this episode is packed with practical advice you can use right away.</p><p>Follow @<b>twoguysinties</b> on Instagram for more clips, tips, and updates from the podcast.</p>]]></description>
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