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Chuckie, the original Mad Man

Friday 15th April 2022

Join Bruno J. as he recalls his 70s ad career with Chuckie, the original Mad Man, highlighting the risks of a hard-drinking work culture.
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Chuckie, the Original Mad Man: Lessons from a 70s Ad Man's Journey

The ad culture back in The 70s was very male and focused on the intensity of work and of play defined as drinking. A young, ambitious man would adopt whatever he saw would help him succeed in fitting in, since belonging is such a powerful motive early in a career.
Imagine stepping into the high-octane world of 1970s advertising, where the lines between work and play are not just blurred but almost non-existent. In this episode, Bruno J. takes us back to his early career days, sharing vivid stories about his boss, Chuckie. Chuckie wasn't just any boss; he was the quintessential 'Mad Man', living and breathing the hard-drinking, hard-working ethos that defined the ad industry back then.
For a young and ambitious Bruno, fitting in meant mirroring Chuckie's habits, which included heavy drinking as part of the job's culture. The ad world was intensely male-dominated, and success often meant adopting whatever behaviors seemed to promise acceptance and advancement. While Chuckie taught Bruno invaluable lessons about client management and career success, it was the lesson in 'playing hard' that left a lasting, costly impact on his life.
Bruno's story is a powerful reminder of how workplace culture and mentors can shape, for better or worse, the lives of young professionals. This episode offers a reflective look at the consequences of such a lifestyle and serves as a cautionary tale for those navigating similar paths today.