1: Ben Askins Reveals the Worst Bad Boss Stories, Job Interview Red Flags & How To Ask For A Pay Rise!

Could understanding the workplace dynamics of toxic bosses, red flags in interviews, and the art of negotiating pay raises finally unlock the secret to thriving in modern careers? In this episode of Wake Up, Chris Donnelly is joined by Ben Askins, entrepreneur, content creator, and voice for the underappreciated employee. Known for tackling issues like quiet quitting, toxic workplaces, and leadership challenges, Ben shares insights that will resonate whether you’re an employee navigating a tricky job or a business owner trying to build a team people love to work with. Episode Chapter:  0:00 Introduction 1:11 Are We Working Too Little? 6:00 Should Everyone Have a Side Hustle? 10:00 Job Interview Red Flags 15:20 Ben’s Content 19:00 When to Quit Your Job 21:00 Worst Boss Stories 29:00 Is Gen Z Lazy? 38:30 Is University Still Worth It? 43:00 The Rise of Quiet Quitting 48:00 The Dark Side of Flexible Working 53:00 Biggest Interview Red Flags 1:02:00 Why Side Hustles Are the Future 1:06:00 How To Ask For A PAY RISE!  1:08:00 The Worst Company Perks 1:11:00 UK’s Business Challenges 1:17:00 The UK’s Water Crisis  Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/chrisdonnellyofficial/?hl=en-gb  Follow Ben: https://www.instagram.com/benaskins.official/?hl=en-gb