Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 4 hours ago

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In this end-of-year episode of WORK, Erika looks back on the biggest lessons, wildest moments, and real progress the show made this year. From launching Work Like a Girl to experimenting with Substack, to refining the voice and mission of the pod, this year was all about trying things, learning fast, and finding momentum. From ChatGPT etiquette to why writing things down matters. A wrap-up of what WORK learned, built, and survived in 2025.

Timestamps:
00:00 – Welcome to the WORK
01:28 – What EBITDA actually means with George Wells
06:04 – How Erika uses ChatGPT
07:38 – Banking to Founder
11:30 – Why Product Managers Need Hard Skills Now
13:03 – Calendar Chaos
15:22 – How to read a client quickly
17:59 – Why writing things down still matters
20:44 – Rethinking Work
24:30 – Building and Selling Trust
27:07 – Why Humans Resist Change
30:03 – Work is Tuition You Get Paid For
32:54 – How Do You Create Boundaries
36:39 – Never Give Up

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