Networking. The word alone is enough to make you sweat, right?

In this episode of We Will Manage, we're breaking down the weird world of networking—from awkward wine spills to surprisingly wholesome connections that changed the way we think about meeting people.

Here’s what we’re diving into:

- How one conversation changed our view of networking forever

- Awkward stories we’ll never live down (looking at you, Perpignan)

- Why networking doesn’t have to be scary—or transactional

- Tips for freelancers and corporate professionals

- LinkedIn etiquette, spontaneous DMs & how to not feel like a creep

- A fun word game to get us started!

Whether you’re at a corporate event surrounded by name tags and nibbles or trying to grow your freelance circle from your kitchen table, this episode is packed with honest insights, good laughs, and practical advice you can actually use.

- Tell us your weirdest networking moment or your best tip!

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- New episodes every Thursday.

Let’s manage it—awkward intros and all.

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Welcome to the very first episode of We Will Manage!

We’re Alba and Saoirse—two childhood friends turned professionals figuring out our careers one conversation at a time. In this intro episode, we take you all the way back:

- How we met (spoiler: it wasn’t love at first sight)

- Growing up together in a tiny village in Spain

- Our VERY different career paths

- Why we decided to start this podcast

- Games, hot takes, and a few surprises along the way

Expect an honest, unfiltered chat about what work really feels like—plus a behind-the-scenes peek at the two humans behind the mics.

Whether you're here for the career convos, the friendship dynamic, or just want to feel a little less alone in the working world—we’re so glad you’re here.

Say hi on Instagram, TikTok & YouTube: @wewillmanagepod

Got an idea or question for a future episode? We’re all ears!

New episodes every Thursday.

Let’s manage it together. One episode at a time.

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Ever felt like you’re just figuring it all out as you go when it comes to work? Same here.

We Will Manage is a podcast hosted by two friends-turned-professionals trying to navigate the unpredictable, often hilarious, sometimes soul-searching world of work. Meet your hosts: Alba Harden, a branding specialist and business owner with a few too many projects on the go, and Saoirse McConnell, a material engineer and innovation manager who thrives on a good to-do list.

We grew up together in a tiny village in Spain but took very different paths into the world of work. Through countless long-distance voice notes and deep-dive conversations, we realized something: everyone is faking it a little. So we created this podcast to build an honest, supportive, and slightly chaotic community around the reality of working life.

Expect:

• Stories from our own messy careers
• Chats about burnout, office politics, creativity, ambition, and imposter syndrome
• Unfiltered insights from guests across industries—startups, science, branding, tech, and more
• Actionable advice (minus the corporate jargon)
• And reassurance that nobody has it all figured out. Not us. Not your boss. Not even Bezos.

Whether you’re just starting out or managing a whole team, We Will Manage is your weekly reminder that you’re not alone.

• New episodes drop weekly starting May 1st.
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Let’s manage it all together, one episode at a time.

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