Work Sucks, But I Like It

E3: The Industrial Athlete: Why LinkedIn Needs to Be the ESPN of Work

In this episode of Work Sucks, But I Like It, Tony Tenaglier explores the concept of the "industrial athlete"—the unsung heroes of the workplace who show up, suit up, and play the game of work every day. Why do we glorify athletes on ESPN but overlook everyday excellence in manufacturing, engineering, and business? Tony makes a compelling case for using platforms like LinkedIn to highlight wins in the workplace, celebrate achievement, and bring positivity and meaning back into the daily grind. If ESPN is the highlight reel for sports, shouldn't work have one too?

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