New Chapters

New Chapters

Author: Harvard Business Review December 10, 2020 Duration: 30:56
Is it time to do something different in your career? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of Bruce Feiler, a researcher and the author of Life Is in the Transitions. They talk through what to do when you’ve been out of work and can’t find a job the usual ways, you feel lost in the ambiguity of a new role, or you want to convince your boss to release you to another team.

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

Dear HBR:
Podcast Episodes
Management Material [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:22
Do you have what it takes to be a manager? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of Ellen Van Oosten, a professor at the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University. They talk through…
Start-Ups [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:59
Are you struggling with start-up life? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of Dave Balter, an entrepreneur, CEO, and author. They talk through what to do when you’re burning out due to a frenzied workload,…
Frustrated Engineers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:47
As an engineer, do you feel you carry a bigger burden at work? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of Richard Sheridan, an engineer, CEO, and author. They talk through what to do when you want to influence…
Self-Promotion [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:45
Are you unsure of when to toot your own horn? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of Meredith Fineman, a communication coach and author. They talk through what to do when your boss takes credit for your ac…
Tough Teams [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:59
Is a team you manage keeping you up at night? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of Melanie Parish, a leadership coach and author. They talk through what to do when you lead a rogue team that doesn’t foll…
Covid-Delayed Start (Bonus) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:15
Is your new employer pushing back your start date due to the pandemic? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of Moshe Cohen, a senior lecturer at Boston University’s Questrom School of Business. In this bonu…
Career Reinvention [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:26
Are you contemplating a career change? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of Monica Higgins, a professor at Harvard Graduate School of Education. They talk through what to do when you’re having trouble br…
Quitting Mid-Crisis (Bonus) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:57
Are you leaving your organization during a critical time? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of Shirli Kopelman, a negotiations professor at the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business. In this b…
Challenging the Boss [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:10
Do you fear speaking frankly with your supervisor? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of Liz Kislik, a management consultant and executive coach. They talk through what to do when your boss micromanages y…
Pre-Pandemic Promises (Bonus) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:07
Is your organization breaking a promise to you and blaming Covid-19? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of Leigh Thompson, a negotiations professor at Kellogg School of Management. In this bonus episode,…