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Aren't Ya Tired Of? Smart Conversations for Living & Working Well

Aren't Ya Tired Of? Smart Conversations for Living & Working Well

By: Patti Johnson & Mark Benton
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Join Mark Benton — VP of HR with experience at companies like PepsiCo and now McKesson — and Patti Johnson, former CEO, Board member, bestselling author, and strategic coach and advisor — for smart, funny, and real conversations about the things we’re all tired of — and, most importantly, what to do about them.

They first worked together at Accenture and now bring their humor, honesty, and experience to topics that hit home — like being addicted to busyness, expecting too much of yourself (and everyone else), and finding your voice.

It’s not their first rodeo — which is exactly why their insights and fresh ideas work in real life, helping you work and live just a little better.

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Episodes
  • Fuzzy Feedback: What Are You Trying to Tell Me?

    Fuzzy Feedback: What Are You Trying to Tell Me?
    Apr 13 2026

    Ever walk away from a conversation thinking… “Wait—what do you mean? What exactly am I supposed to do?”

    In this episode of Aren’t Ya Tired Of…, Patti and Mark unpack the frustration of fuzzy, unclear feedback—at work, at home, and everywhere in between. You know someone is trying to tell you something … but it’s not landing.

    Why don’t we ask?

    They dig into what’s really holding us back (it’s not just confidence), the hidden cost of staying quiet, and why those “I should’ve asked…” moments keep happening.

    And here’s the shift—stay curious, ask better questions, and actually listen. Not to react… but to understand.

    Because once you’re clear on the feedback, then you get to decide what to do with it.

    Please subscribe and share this with anyone who needs to hear this conversation! Follow us on Instagram at arentyatiredof_social. Send your topic suggestions to podcast@pattibjohnson.com or through DM on LinkedIn or Instagram.
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    34 mins
  • Too Many Bad Meetings

    Too Many Bad Meetings
    Apr 6 2026

    Feel like your day is nothing but bad meetings—with nothing to show for it?

    In this episode of Aren’t Ya Tired Of?, Patti and Mark call out the real problem: too many meetings that waste time, stall decisions, and leave you doing your actual work after hours - because you're in meetings all day!

    They break down the signs of bad meetings —and more importantly, how to fix them. From deciding if a meeting should even happen to leading a meeting that actually creates results, this episode is your guide to taking back control and eliminating bad meetings!

    If your calendar is full but your progress isn’t, this one’s for you.

    Please subscribe and share this with anyone who needs to hear this conversation! Follow us on Instagram at arentyatiredof_social. Send your topic suggestions to podcast@pattibjohnson.com or through DM on LinkedIn or Instagram.
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    40 mins
  • Acting Like Your Parents

    Acting Like Your Parents
    Apr 1 2026

    Are you acting like your parents—and don’t even realize it?

    In this episode of Aren’t Ya Tired Of?, Patti and Mark, along with guest, Charlotte Ntreh, explore the subtle—and funny—ways “parent energy” shows up in how we talk, behave at work, and interact socially.

    From outdated phrases to workplace habits and social quirks, they break down where it shows up and why it matters. Plus, a quick quiz to see just how strong your “parent tendencies” really are.

    Because sometimes it’s cringe… and sometimes it’s wisdom worth keeping.

    Be you—but at least know when your parent vibes are showing up.

    Please subscribe and share this with anyone who needs to hear this conversation! Follow us on Instagram at arentyatiredof_social. Send your topic suggestions to podcast@pattibjohnson.com or through DM on LinkedIn or Instagram.
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    34 mins
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