Nonprofit Workplaces

Nonprofit Workplaces

Author: Harvard Business Review June 28, 2019 Duration: 31:31
Does standard work advice not apply to you because you’re at a nonprofit? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of Joan Garry, a nonprofit leadership consultant and former executive director. They talk through what to do when you’re trying to advance amid a leadership change, your job seems to shift as sources of funding do, or you’re unsure how to describe your work to people in the private sector.

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
Benefits and Perks [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:31
Are you taking full advantage of your job's benefits and perks? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of PwC chief people officer Mike Fenlon. They talk through what to do when you’re deciding between freela…
Building Trust [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:59
Could your workplace be more trusting? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of organizational psychologist Liane Davey. They talk through what to do when your new boss doesn’t trust you yet, you want to ear…
Critical Feedback [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:21
Do you need to get better at giving and receiving feedback? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of consultant Ben Dattner. They talk through what to do when your employee wants to give you feedback, your f…
Working Mothers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:37
Are you struggling to balance career and family? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of career coach Daisy Dowling. They talk through what to do when you’re returning from maternity leave, planning to have…
Getting Sidelined [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:53
Have you been sidelined at work? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of Bill Taylor, a cofounder of Fast Company. They talk through what to do when your responsibilities have been reduced, you’ve been move…
Hard Conversations [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:29
Are you dreading a work discussion? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of Leslie John, a professor at Harvard Business School. They talk through what to do when you need to set your boss straight, meet wi…
Bored and Disengaged [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:57
Have you checked out at work? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of Dan Cable, a professor at London Business School. They talk through what to do when you aren't excited about your organization, new assi…
Job-Hopping [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:14
Are you worried about being seen as a job-hopper? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of Allison Rimm, a career coach and former executive. They talk through how to leave after a brief time on the job, exp…
Personal Rebranding [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:32
Do you need a career makeover? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of Dorie Clark, the author of “Reinventing You.” They talk through how to change your coworkers’ perception of you, transition to a role o…
Dysfunctional Teams [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:37
Is your teamwork not working? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of Amy Edmondson, a professor at Harvard Business School. They talk through what to do when your team isn’t communicating, doesn’t respect…