Executive Ambitions

While Dear HBR: is on hiatus, we want to introduce you to HBR’s podcast for young professionals, New Here, hosted by Elainy Mata. Whether it’s your first job or a fresh start, New Here will help you build a meaningful career on your own terms. In this episode, Elainy and comedian ...  Show more

This new podcast features real-life coaching sessions with leaders working to overcome professional challenges. In this episode, host Muriel Wilkins speaks with a woman who’s been walking a tightrope between addressing a superior’s microaggressions and making her team feel safe. ...  Show more

What does it take to get to the C-suite? Venture capitalist and former tech CEO Mike Troiano has direct experience with that journey. He takes questions from Dear HBR listeners about what to do if you’re falling off the executive track, if you’re moving up but don’t believe in th ...  Show more

Is mid-level management a stone you’re ready to step off of? Making that move is difficult but doable, and Amy B and her three guests will direct, inspire, and reassure you. An executive coach validates the challenges of scoring a position that’s scarce. Then, two COOs whose care ...  Show more

Are you looking to make a move within your company?Maybe you want a new role or maybe you are trying to decide whether to change bosses.This week, we hear from listeners interested in advancing their careers and setting themselves up for success at work. Tune in to hear Mary and ...  Show more

Today we’ll hear about:  A son looking for advice on how to stay humble while taking over his dad’s business   A business owner wondering if he needs to have a replacement ready before firing someone   A veterinarian unsure if she needs to offer a sign-on bonus to compete with ...  Show more