Are you an “and”… or a “but”? In this episode, we unpack a simple but powerful piece of advice: “Be a good employee and… not just a good employee, but.” At first hearing, it sounds like a tongue-twister—but it captures one of the most important distinctions in any workplace. There are people who do their job well and elevate the team… and there are people who do their job well but take more than they give.

We talk through what this difference looks like in real life—how the “and” employees open doors, build trust, and create value far beyond their job description, while the “but” employees quietly drain energy, morale, and momentum. Because doing your job gets you your paycheck… but doing your job and something else is what builds your reputation and shapes your opportunities.