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What TikTok Taught Me
TikTok vs. Google, mid-day naps and the final word before we become parents
Season 1, Ep. 2
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00:00 Welcome to 'What TikTok Taught Me'
00:08 Introducing Meet and Gather: Our Creative Space
01:18 The Big Week: Business Launch and Baby Arrival
01:43 Navigating TikTok: Time Limits and Discoveries
04:39 TikTok as a Search Engine: Changing How We Find Information
08:50 The Evolution of Advertising on TikTok
11:08 Insights from TikTok: Marketing, Advertising, and Consumer Behavior
12:27 Exploring the Philosophy of Advertising with a TikTok Influencer
17:44 Unlocking the Emotional Value in Business Spaces
19:06 The Emotional vs. Rational Buyer: A Deep Dive
20:50 Navigating the Emotional Landscape of Purchasing Decisions
24:54 Anticipating Parenthood: Expectations vs. Reality
31:44 Embracing Rest and Rejecting Hustle Culture
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40:44||Season 1, Ep. 1Exploring TikTok Insights and Life Lessons in 'What TikTok Taught Me'In this first episode of 'What TikTok Taught Me,' hosts Ben and co-host Jacinta delve into why they started the podcast, driven by their TikTok obsession and a desire to be productive. They discuss the premise that a TikTok feed can significantly reflect personal interests and thoughts, often predicting interests before the user themselves realizes. The hosts also touch on using TikTok for business insights and personal growth, emphasizing the platform's potential for unearthing hidden gems of wisdom. Throughout the episode, they share specific TikTok content that ranges from interview tips and the evolution of sharing personal achievements on social media to parenting comparisons between past and present. The discussions reveal a broader contemplation on work-life balance, the impact of social media, and navigating parenting and business ventures.00:00 Welcome to 'What TikTok Taught Me' - The Podcast Introduction00:51 Exploring the Premise: How TikTok Reflects Our Interests01:58 The Motivation Behind Starting the Podcast03:06 Diving Into TikTok Insights: Business vs. Personal Growth04:34 Expectations and Themes of the Podcast06:10 Analyzing TikTok Content: The Interview Question Strategy10:27 Personal Reflections and Business Weaknesses13:26 The Performative Nature of Social Media Sharing21:15 Navigating Social Media: Instagram vs. Facebook21:51 The Evolution of Online Sharing and Its Impact22:37 Generational Differences in Social Media Use23:37 Exploring the Humor in Middle Management Through Memes28:32 Relatable Job Interview Experiences and Lessons Learned31:41 Parenting Through the Ages: Safety, Advice, and Expectations37:23 Reflecting on Parenting Advice and Social Expectations