Chats, Bots, and Prompts: Make GenAI Work for You

Chats, Bots, and Prompts: Make GenAI Work for You

Author: Harvard Business Review November 11, 2024 Duration: 56:17
There’s something about hearing how other women are making the most of LLMs that can turn even the most GenAI-avoidant among us GenAI-curious. At least that’s what happened to the Amys when they heard from several power users who’ve broadened their thinking, deepened their agency at work, and saved themselves time and stress. Maybe in listening to them you’ll be inspired too.

From the newsroom of the Harvard Business Review comes Women at Work, a conversation grounded in the daily realities of professional life. Hosted by HBR editors Amy Bernstein, Amy Gallo, and Emily Caulfield, this podcast moves beyond abstract theory to tackle the specific, often frustrating challenges women navigate in their careers. Each episode picks apart a knotty problem-like confronting a persistent wage gap, handling frequent interruptions in meetings, or managing disproportionate office housework-with a focus on practical strategies. The hosts bring in researchers, leadership coaches, and seasoned executives who offer evidence-based advice and share their own hard-won insights. Listening feels like joining a candid discussion among knowledgeable colleagues who aren’t afraid to name the awkward stuff. You’ll find a blend of personal stories, tactical guidance, and deeper analysis about systemic issues, all aimed at helping you strengthen your position and advance your ambitions. It’s a resource for anyone looking to build a more effective and equitable career, one concrete step at a time.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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How to Manage: Finding Yourself Again [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:31
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Duration: 28:56
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How to Manage: Conflict [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:03
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How to Manage: Being Taken Seriously [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:36
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Attend Women at Work Live April 27 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:02
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The Essentials: Making Sound Decisions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:50
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The Essentials: Getting the Feedback You Need [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:07
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Duration: 35:06
What’s a project charter? Why does this one person keep trying to derail our progress? Are our planning meetings effective? How do I actually get people to follow through? Figuring out how to successfully manage a projec…
The Essentials: Playing Office Politics [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:59
Everyone at work has their own priorities, concerns, and agendas, and knowing what those are allows us to navigate meetings and projects more deliberately and successfully. Organizational psychologist Madeleine Wyatt exp…