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Moving beyond standard advice, Business as UNusual is for the independent thinkers and changemakers who know that business as usual doesn't work for them.Hosted by Aicila, a Business Cartographer and strategist, this show explores the unconventional practices driving leaders…
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Frugal Thinking (opens the original)
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This episode of Business as UNusual unpacks the art of frugality in business, focusing on how intentional resource use can drive sustainable success. Explore the principle of "spending every dollar twice," the value of time as a non-renewable resource, and the power of evaluating what you already have. Whether you’re a solopreneur or leading a team, discover why adopting strategic frugality leads to more innovative and resilient business practices. Topics discussed in this episode: How frugality
Chaos Has Its Place (opens the original)
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This episode of Business as UNusual delves into the unexpected benefits of chaos in business and personal organization. Explore why structure and disruption go hand-in-hand, and learn innovative strategies to manage the unpredictable. Discover how creative leaders and organizers can leverage chaos for breakthrough insights, building on the idea that standing out sometimes starts with letting go. Topics discussed in this episode: Why order and chaos need each other for true innovation How to crea
Bootstrap Baby (opens the original)
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This episode of Business as UNusual dives into the insidious nature of hyperindividualism and its impact on the modern business landscape. Explore why the celebrated “do it yourself” mentality isn’t just unrealistic. It may be harmful. Discover how interdependence, rather than relentless self-reliance, leads to stronger businesses, healthier leaders, and more innovative teams. Topics discussed in this episode: Why “bootstrapping” glorifies going it alone and obscures unseen contributions The hid
Small Talk (opens the original)
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In this episode of Business as UNusual, we explore the unexpected value of small talk in building authentic connections in our ever-evolving business landscape. The conversation dives into the psychology behind casual interactions, why we crave shared experiences, and how these small moments create stronger business communities—even in a world that prizes innovation and disruption. Topics discussed in this episode: The importance of "weak ties" and passive connections in the workplace Why talkin
Playing to Lose (opens the original)
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In this episode of Business as UNusual, Aicila explores the unconventional "play to lose" strategy as a powerful tool for overcoming fear of failure in business and creative problem-solving. Drawing inspiration from childhood cribbage games, Aicila shares insights on how intentionally mapping out failure can spark creative breakthroughs, uncover blind spots, and boost resilience in the fast-changing world of modern business. Topics discussed in this episode: What does it mean to "play to lose,"
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