How Mothers WFH Are Negotiating What’s Normal

How Mothers WFH Are Negotiating What’s Normal

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This episode marks the end of a show that’s meant so much to us. Amy Bernstein and Amy Gallo say goodbye, answer two last Ask the Amys questions, and reminisce with founding producer Amanda Kersey. HBR’s Maureen Hoch, who came up with the original idea for the podcast, joins to s ...  Show more

Ask the Amys: Sabotaging Bosses, Irritating Employees, and More

What if your boss turns against you the minute you ask for a promotion? Or you struggle with strategic thinking and keep getting feedback that you’re “too in the weeds”? Or the person dragging down your team is doing just enough to stay out of trouble? The Amys give advice for de ...  Show more

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