A collection of narrated essays exploring the everyday drama, quiet rituals, and unspoken rules of work life.
Written and voiced by Al Morales, these pieces blend storytelling and reflection on organizational culture, leadership, and the evolving workplace.
Originally published on LinkedIn — now made to be heard.

The Unexpected Mentor

In Praise of The Office Lore

A Casual Job Interview

The Hidden Cost of Talented Tyrants

Gone with AI

Behind the Workplace Curtain

Your Career, According to the Machine

In this episode, I share my experience working with Claudia, a Latina project leader whose management style initially seemed harsh but soon revealed surprising parallels with the way mothers guide their teenage children. Explore the lessons on authority, autonomy, and understanding in high-stakes corporate projects.

Between Authority and Autonomy

Hey, I’m Al Morales.
I read out my essays on work culture, leadership, and the strange beauty of office life.
Originally written for LinkedIn — now voiced here, one story at a time.

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