First-time Bosses

First-time Bosses

Author: Harvard Business Review February 9, 2018 Duration: 36:14
What should you do when you become the boss? Co-hosts Alison Beard and Dan McGinn answer your questions with the help of Harvard Business School professor Alison Wood Brooks, an expert on behavioral insights. They talk through what to do when your direct reports are older than you, how to be a likeable leader, and what to say if you’re not ready to be in charge.

Navigating office politics, difficult conversations, and career uncertainty doesn't come with a manual, but it does come with a thoughtful companion. Each episode of Dear HBR: feels like a candid conversation with trusted advisors who have seen it all. Veteran Harvard Business Review editors Alison Beard and Dan McGinn bring their deep experience to the microphone, tackling real questions from professionals at all levels. They don't just offer quick fixes; they unpack the nuances of each workplace dilemma with a blend of empathy and sharp insight, often lightened by genuine humor. This podcast grounds its advice in solid academic research and the practical wisdom of expert guests, turning abstract management concepts into actionable strategies. Whether you're dealing with a passive-aggressive colleague, seeking a promotion, or trying to reinvigorate a stalled project, the discussions provide a framework for understanding and action. You'll find yourself reflecting on your own experiences while gaining new tools for communication, leadership, and personal resilience. Tune in for a dose of clarity that makes the complexities of modern work feel a bit more manageable and a lot more human.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 83

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Duration: 36:30
Have you ever had a romantic encounter at work? Dan and Alison discuss the minefield of workplace romances with biological anthropologist Helen Fisher of Rutgers University and the Kinsey Institute. They answer your ques…
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Duration: 2:34
The advice show for workplace dilemmas. We take your questions and offer a better way forward.