I Hate My Boss
70 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 months ago - ★★★★★ - 450 ratingsBosses can drive you crazy. How do you deal with micromanagers, unclear direction -- or get a promotion? Our workplace heroes Liz Dolan (ex-CMO, Nike, NatGeo Channels) and Larry Seal (executive coach) will help you make the big decisions, sort through the small stuff, and get more fulfillment from your work life. A fictional ad agency, Penn & Pencil, will serve as a comedic point of reference for your questions. I Hate My Boss. Workplace Drama. Comedic Relief.
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Introducing Success! How I Did It
April 27, 2018 03:10 - 15 minutes - 14 MBToday we want to introduce you to a great show from Business Insider called "Success! How i did it". Each week, host Rich Feloni interviews some of the biggest name in business. Subscribe to Success! How I Did It on Apple Podcast or wherever you're listening to this right now.
I Hate My Boss is now Safe For Work
March 19, 2018 07:05 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MBLiz is back with a new co-host to help you get through your work week with a little less stress, more confidence and a little more fun. Subscribe to Safe For Work on Apple Podcast, wherever you listen to podcasts or click wondery.fm/safeforwork
Bonus: Thanksgiving Binge
November 16, 2017 22:00 - 8 minutes - 7.56 MBLiz chats with Jefferson Graham of Talking Tech about their favorite episodes on each other Feast on these shows @ www.Wondery.com/Thanksgiving Talking Tech Binge Talking Buster - Ep. 7 with Teller Origins with James Andrew Miller - Ep 1 Recode Media with Peter Kafka - Jimmy Kimmel The Daily - All Eps Dirty John - Ep 1 Safe for Work/IHMB Binge Satellite Sisters - 10/23 Interview with Joe Biden I Hate My Boss - 10/6 “My data was compromised in the Equifax hack” Tides of ...
S1E32: The Season Finale
October 30, 2017 07:05 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBWell folks, we've arrived at the end of the line for the first season of I Hate My Boss. The show will be back, new and improved, early next year, so don't worry — our sage advice won't be gone for too long. But first, on today's episode, Liz and Larry give out some awards, and then we check back in with Rebecca, Manny, and some of the other listeners who were featured in last week’s best-of episode. And Liz and Larry go over the things that matter most to us in the workplace, and t...
After Hours 27: When your boss ain't cuttin' the mustard
October 26, 2017 21:00 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBWatson and his department received a new boss about five months ago, but their new boss hasn't put any effort into learning what his team's working on, or even what their workflow's like. And since this has been going on for months, word is starting to spread within the company, and it's making Watson's entire department look bad. So how far should one go to cover for their ineffective boss, particularly when it's your reputation on the line? Then, Emilio's boss of two years has bec...
S1E31: I hate my boss, but I I love this clip show!
October 23, 2017 07:05 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBWe've almost arrived at the end of the first season of I Hate My Boss, and we couldn't resist taking a look back at some of the most memorable stories and hate-able bosses that we've discussed over the past few months; that's right, it's time for a clip show! Meghan's boss has set her up to fail, while Rebecca's boss has allowed his micromanaging wife to sour a perfectly good working relationship. Then, Jane's been dealing with a weirdly overprotective boss, while the honesty box in...
After Hours 26: Too many questions, too little confidence
October 19, 2017 21:00 - 10 minutes - 9.98 MBAbout three months back, Raquel's company hired two new employees, and somewhere along the way she became the go-to person for any and all of their questions. But now a project on Raquel's team is over budget and behind schedule, and the new crew's inability to figure things out on their own has become a real problem. So how should she handle the situation when she talks to her boss? Then, Liz and Larry help a listener whose self-esteem issues at the office have turned into a viciou...
S1E30: Bully bosses, emotional vampires, and toxic coworkers
October 16, 2017 07:05 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBEveryone's had a coworker like this: they're nice enough, but they do one thing that is just so annoying, like eating carrots at maximum crunch volume every day of the week, or kicking off their shoes to unveil their smelly feet. However, this episode isn't about those annoying coworkers; instead, we're talking about the truly toxic people that can make work a living hell, and how you can best deal with toxicity in the workplace. First off, Liz and Larry share their experiences deal...
After hours 25: A crash course in freelancing
October 12, 2017 21:00 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBThere are few universal truths in the world: death, taxes, and the fact that freelancing can be really, really hard. It feels great when everything's working in your favor, but there are plenty of pitfalls that even experienced freelancers can fall into. So on today's episode, Liz and Larry help two listeners who want to better navigate the (sometimes) wonderful world of freelancing. First up is a listener who's feeling stuck after seven years with their current employer, and while ...
S1E29: Call me, beep me, if you want to reach me...at my office line
October 09, 2017 07:05 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBHow many unread emails are currently sitting in your inbox? What about those voicemails waiting on your office phone, or those DMs on Slack, Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook...you get the point. There are so many ways to communicate with people these days, and when you merge communication technology with business, things can go a little haywire. On today's show, Liz and Larry talk about email horror stories and life before computers at work. Then Molly Fischer, Senior Editor at New York ...
After Hours 24: Mandatory pillow fights and dress code double standards
October 05, 2017 21:00 - 10 minutes - 9.61 MBRey is dealing with one of the many double standards that exist between men and women in the office: the workplace wardrobe. In an otherwise great performance review, her boss said that she dressed like an airhead, and now that she's applying to a new job, she doesn't want to worsen her chances with a wardrobe faux pas. But does that mean the only correct choice is a stuffy black business suit? Then, another listener's new company is obsessed with office bonding, to the point of sch...
S1E28: What to do when it's time to move on
October 02, 2017 07:05 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBLast week, Liz and Larry went over their strategies for quitting a job in the best way possible; however, even when one is armed with all that good good knowledge, there are still so many weird things that can happen when you leave a job (voluntarily or otherwise). So on today's episode, our sages help out some listeners who are on the fence about quitting, or whose exits didn't go quite as planned. First, an employee's unsatisfied after falling off their boss's radar when they bega...
Introducing Hollywood & Crime
September 29, 2017 07:05 - 9 minutes - 9.06 MBSeason 2 of Hollywood and Crime begins with the conclusion of “The Black Dahlia Serial Killers.” In 1947 young Elizabeth Short’s body was found completely severed at the waist. During that same period close to a dozen other women were also murdered and mutilated in Los Angeles. Find out about these latest victims and listen to our guest experts' theories on why the Black Dahlia remains one of the most famous cold cases of all time. Subscribe to Hollywood & Crime so you never miss a...
After Hours 23: No time for timidity
September 28, 2017 21:00 - 9 minutes - 9.03 MBWe’ve talked about how challenging it can be to navigate a freeze-out at work when you’re committed to staying, but today, Liz and Larry help a frozen-out listener get over their fears about leaving their long-held job. It’s time to activate that network and make your connections work for you, people! Then, Liz and Larry offer their advice on how to best sell yourself in a job interview where the interviewer isn’t asking any questions. New to I Hate My Boss? Subscribe here: https:/...
S1E27: Quitting, burnout, and creeping joylessness
September 25, 2017 07:05 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBSometimes, there’s no better feeling than walking into your boss’s office and quitting your job. But quitting can also be really difficult, because there are plenty of pitfalls that can occur as you transition out of a job. So on today’s show, Liz and Larry go over the dos and don’ts of quitting (do: be gracious and stick to one story, don’t: stay too long after you’ve announced you’re leaving). Then, our sages tackle burnout, a growing issue in the workplace that makes people leave...
After Hours 22: Alternatives to happy hour
September 21, 2017 21:00 - 7 minutes - 7.22 MBFrankie wrote in with a great question — what should you do if you don’t drink, and you don’t like being around people while they’re drinking, but you want to bond with your coworkers and show solidarity in an office culture that emphasizes happy hour? Liz and Larry offer plenty of viable alternatives, from planning your own alcohol-free work gatherings, to stopping by the bar to chat and then telling your coworkers that you have to “feed your dog” (this works even if you don’t have...
S1E26: Does everything have to be a competition?
September 18, 2017 07:05 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBOkay, obviously the answer is “no.” But people can get super competitive about ultimately trivial things, especially at work, so it’s time for Liz and Larry’s sage advice for people who are dealing with aggressively competitive coworkers. Johnny’s boss accidentally created an intra-office contest during a reorganization, and Johnny wants to know how to stop it, while Tori’s jealous coworker is ruining a great new job. Then we answer some questions about one of the many negative cons...
After Hours 21: Negotiation Woes
September 14, 2017 21:00 - 10 minutes - 9.89 MBWe know that people hear this all the time — when negotiating your salary at a new job, you should always push for more, right? Well, one of our listeners was recently hired at her dream job, and it came along with great benefits, a vacation package, and the initial salary offer was exactly what she wanted. But now that she has all that, the regret has set in; should she have pushed for more? Liz and Larry offer their tips on getting over negotiation regrets, plus they also help a l...
S1E25: My favorite Type
September 11, 2017 07:05 - 44 minutes - 41 MBIt might not always be a conscious decision, but people definitely play favorites at work, especially when there's intra-office competition involved. So on today's episode, Liz and Larry cover all the bases on workplace favoritism, from the steps you can take when you're not your boss's favorite, to the variety of drawbacks it can have on your business. Then, our very own Larry Seal walks us through the Myers-Briggs Personality Test, which can teach colleagues how to work better wit...
After Hours 20: Stuck in the middle with you, and you, and you...
September 07, 2017 21:00 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MBBack in Episodes 19 and 20, when Liz and Larry discussed some of the pitfalls of office romances, they explicitly said, “Do not have an affair with a coworker (or anyone, really).” And on today’s episode, a listener who’s caught in the middle of some nasty emotional fallout shows us exactly why this never works out well. They’re unsure who in the office knows about the affair, and they’ve been pressed by one of the exes to get HR involved. So again, people: no office affairs! Then, ...
S1E24: We're a happy family?
September 04, 2017 07:05 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBLast week, we discussed many of the pitfalls that can occur when you try to force your coworkers and employees into questionable team-building activities. So this week, we're answering all of your questions about how to befriend coworkers and handle disputes the right way. Too Shy in Bedstuy's moving across the country for a new job, and they're nervous about making friends at their new office, while Alice has a coworker that feels the need to "put her in her place." Then, Maddy was...
After Hours 19: Unresponsive clients and inconsistent employees
August 31, 2017 21:00 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBOne of Riz's clients reached out a while back to set up some training sessions, but when their HR and Training manager left, the company stalled and went silent for months. So how do you reconnect with clients who have gone AWOL, without being too pushy or aggressive? Fortunately, Liz and Larry are no strangers to the delicate worlds of freelancing and client relationships. Then, one of Barry's employees is super inconsistent and annoying, but Barry wants to prevent him from moving ...
S1E23: Team building, firewalking, and inspiring your employees
August 28, 2017 07:05 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MBForming meaningful bonds with our coworkers is really important when we want to find satisfaction at work. But it can also be really, really difficult! So today, we're talking all about team-building: when it works, when it doesn't, and how to build camaraderie in your office. First, Liz and Larry share stories of team-building exercises that variously led to ER trips, tearful breakdowns, and, somehow, more tight-knit workplaces. Then, in a surprising show of goodwill, Penn & Pencil...
After Hours 18: Knowing when to invest in yourself
August 24, 2017 21:00 - 10 minutes - 9.45 MBWe talk a lot about the side hustle on I Hate My Boss, but today, Liz and Larry help a listener who's truly going above and beyond to accomplish their goals. Anonymous on the West Coast is working full-time while finishing an IT degree, but now that their rent's going up, they need to ask for a raise and maybe even take out a student loan. Liz and Larry offer their perspectives on how to calmly ask for a raise even when life's got you stressed, and how to tell when it's time to real...
S1E22: Negotiation Tactics 101
August 21, 2017 07:05 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBWe know how hard it can be to walk into your boss's office and ask for a raise, or to really push for the salary you deserve during a job interview. So this week, Liz and Larry lay out everything they've learned about how best to advocate for yourself when it comes to getting what you want. One listener feels like she can’t ask for a raise because she’s only been with her company for a year, while another listener is still upset about how hard he had to fight to get a raise after be...
After Hours 17: How to make friends with your new boss
August 17, 2017 21:00 - 9 minutes - 8.77 MBMany of our listeners have issues with their bosses, but Clayton has a different problem: he loves his boss, but that boss is retiring in a month. So now Clayton's worried about getting off on a good foot with the new boss, especially since he could easily be worse than the old boss. Fortunately, Liz and Larry have plenty of advice for anyone who’s worried about making friends with the new boss in town. Then, Jeffrey's having issues with his new boss, who doesn't seem to be doing an...
S1E21: Show me the money!
August 14, 2017 07:05 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBSo maybe money can't buy you love, but can it buy you happiness in the workplace? As it turns out, the answer is rather complicated. On today's show, Liz and Larry tackle all sorts of issues surrounding the money we earn at work, from how our happiness is often dictated by how much our coworkers make, to how to best negotiate a raise with your boss. Then we're joined by Jonathan Fields, host and founder of Good Life Project, to talk about the ways we derive meaning from work beyond ...
After Hours 16: How much is “too much” in an interview?
August 10, 2017 21:00 - 8 minutes - 7.74 MBAfter a prolonged stretch of chaos and lack of focus from her managers, Shawna left a job she’d held for five years in search of greener pastures. And now that she’s on the hunt for a new job, she wants to know how honest she can be with interviewers about the problems she just left behind; after all, she did gain valuable skills because of her experience with subpar management. Liz and Larry offer their thoughts on how to present the positives from the situation without over-sharin...
S1E20: Office romance gone wrong, outsourcing, and poo on the floor
August 07, 2017 07:05 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBIn last week’s episode, Liz and Larry gave their cautious support for office romance, but this week’s episode features some stories where relationships go very, very wrong. One intern’s office romance leads to multiple firings and fainting at an all-staff meeting, while another failed relationship forced a listener out of a job she loved. Then we answer questions from listeners whose offices seemingly changed overnight: Colleen isn’t sure if she should bail on her job after manageme...
After Hours 15: Another freeze-out
August 03, 2017 21:00 - 9 minutes - 8.43 MBEmilia was fed up with the communication issues she was having with her boss, so she made a mature decision and requested a meeting with him. It seemed like they’d hashed things out, but ever since then, her boss has been taking her projects and giving them to other people in the office. Liz and Larry offer their thoughts on how best to navigate this particular freeze-out. And Karen’s new boss has told her that she’s “too reserved” at work, and she doesn’t know how to respond. Tha...
S1E19: The messy world of office romance
July 31, 2017 07:05 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBIf I Hate My Boss were run by HR managers, our thoughts on office romance would probably be pretty cut and dry — just don’t do it. But Liz and Larry are not your HR department, and their advice is, “Well, why not go for it?” First, we check back in at Penn & Pencil, where a somewhat-surprising romance is blooming after Stacey’s vacation crisis. Then we’re joined by Davy Rothbart, host of the Found podcast, who shares some of his stories about the office romances that worked out well...
After Hours 14: I just called to say I quit
July 27, 2017 21:00 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBElsa has finally had enough of her overbearing boss, so she's ready to quit and look for a new job. But her boss is out on maternity leave, and Elsa doesn't want any hurt feelings when she quits. So how should Elsa let her know that she's on her way out? Is a phone call acceptable? Liz and Larry say "not really," but one of them has a confession to make about their own phone call resignation. Our workplace sages also help a listener whose wife's company is forcing her to foot the bi...
S1E18: But I want to be the boss!
July 24, 2017 07:05 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBLast week, we had advice for all of you first-time bosses, but how do you get picked to become a boss in the first place? On today's show, Liz and Larry tell you how. Jordan Harbinger from the podcast Art of Charm joins us to talk about the ways you can prove you're ready for that promotion, and how to get off on the right foot with a boss you want to impress. Then Wondery's own Karo Chakhlasyan joins Liz and Larry for a Boss 101 coaching session, and we help a listener whose path t...
After Hours 13: Leveraging that job offer
July 20, 2017 21:00 - 6 minutes - 5.91 MBOne of our listeners is in a pickle, but to be fair, it's an enviable one: he loves his job, but he got an offer from another company that includes a 30% raise. Not too shabby, right? Liz and Larry give their tips on how to leverage an outside offer at your current gig, and how to weigh the familiarity of your job against the unknown of a new one. Then, Manny writes in with a shocking story: he and his coworkers filled out an anonymous survey at the request of management, but the re...
Introducing Tides of History
July 20, 2017 07:05 - 14 minutes - 12.8 MBHistory does not repeat itself, but it does rhyme, said Mark Twain. From the fall of the Roman Empire to the rise of the modern world: history ebbs and flows over the centuries, driven by great tides of economic, social, political, religious, and cultural change that shape the world and everyone who lives on it. In this new series from Wondery, PhD historian Patrick Wyman (Fall of Rome) brings the cutting edge of that history to listeners in plain, relatable English. Episodes 1 & 2 ...
S1E17: I’m a boss...now what?
July 17, 2017 07:05 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MBWe know our show's called I Hate My Boss, but that doesn't mean we automatically hate all the bosses in the world. So if you're on the threshold of first-time bosshood, don't worry; in fact, this episode goes out to you! Liz and Larry have all the tips to make sure that your employees don't end up hating you, plus they have advice for how to deal with new bosses that just aren't cutting the mustard. Megan's concerned about her coworkers respecting her authority, while The Newbie Sup...
After Hours 12: Intangibles?
July 13, 2017 21:00 - 10 minutes - 9.5 MBPerformance reviews are rarely painless, but Jesika's most recent review might take the cake, as her bosses cited her lack of certain "intangibles" and repeatedly referenced Revolutionary Road while denying her a promotion. Fortunately, Liz and Larry have some advice to help her bounce back. And Jane's found herself in a work environment that doesn't seem to respect family emergencies. Thank you to our sponsors: Blue Apron - Get your first 3 meals for free with free shipping by vi...
S1E16: How to survive a workplace crisis
July 10, 2017 07:05 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBOdds are good that, over the course of your career, you'll have to face at least one workplace crisis — just ask anyone who's worked at Netflix, or Uber, or Volkswagen...the list goes on. But there are plenty of workplace crises that don't make newspaper headlines, and those are the things Liz and Larry are helping with today. One listener's distraught after being passed over for a promotion he thought he had in the bag, while another caught her coworkers gossiping about her on Slac...
After Hours 11: The silver lining of a boss who knows less than you
July 06, 2017 21:00 - 7 minutes - 6.83 MBIt can be extremely frustrating to work for someone who knows less about your work than you do; thankfully, Liz and Larry see a silver lining that should help lessen those frustrations. Liz and Larry also help a listener whose coworker did a poor job filling in for her while she was on vacation. Thank you to our sponsors: Blue Apron - Get your first 3 meals for free with free shipping by visiting them here: www.blueapron.com/boss Audible - Get a 30-day trial and a free audio book...
S1E15: To vacation, or not to vacation?
July 03, 2017 07:05 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBImagine you're overworked and dealing with too much stress at your job. What sounds better than getting away from it all and kicking back on a warm, sandy beach? But as Stacey from Penn & Pencil finds out, sometimes taking a vacation can lead to some unexpected consequences. Plus, Liz and Larry are joined by “Penn & Pencil” writers Amanda Meadows and Jason Shapiro, who reveal some of the methods behind their brand of workplace comedic madness. Thank you to our sponsors: Blue Apron...
After Hours 10: Apologies to the IT Department
June 29, 2017 21:00 - 10 minutes - 9.75 MBWorking in an IT Department isn't always the most lauded job, and for that, we apologize! But how are you supposed to handle it when your co-workers refuse to listen to your tech advice, and your boss sides with your stubborn colleagues? Plus, Liz and Larry help a listener whose lack of a degree might be the thing that's holding her back. Thank you to our sponsors: Blue Apron - Get your first 3 meals for free with free shipping by visiting them here: www.blueapron.com/boss Audibl...
S1E14: How to deal with sexism, and over-worked bosses
June 26, 2017 07:05 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBOur listeners experience different kinds of sexism: from being passed over for a promotion, to having a boss who’s crossing the line from paternalistic to creepy, to the challenges of being the only female engineer. Liz and Larry then offer advice to a listener whose over-worked boss is becoming a bottleneck. But first, a success story from a listener who got multiple job offers after writing to I Hate My Boss. We want more stories like that one for an upcoming episode! Please cal...
After Hours 9: You might be working a little too hard
June 22, 2017 21:05 - 9 minutes - 9.03 MBColleagues that go above and beyond are inspiring...until they take it too far. Lee’s cubemate refuses to take sick days, and even came in with pneumonia! Julie wants to concentrate on work only, but is distracted by all the workplace chatter in her open office. Liz and Larry help them sort out how to take a break. New to I Hate My Boss? Subscribe today: smarturl.it/IHMB Thank you to our sponsors: Blue Apron - Get your first 3 meals for free with free shipping by visiting them he...
S1E13: Sexism: from annoyance to conspiracy
June 19, 2017 18:15 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBSexism comes in many shades, from annoyance to conspiracy - so how do you combat it at your job? Penn & Pencil CEO Lisa has her own ideas, with mixed results. Hosts Liz and Larry sit down with Liz Craft, television writer and co-host of the podcasts Happier with Gretchen Rubin and Happier in Hollywood to find out how she’s dealt with gender discrimination in the entertainment industry. Plus, Liz shares what drove her to a noisy resignation from Quiksilver. #stayNoisy Liz Craft’s you...
After Hours 8: The Slacker and the Over-sharer
June 15, 2017 21:05 - 7 minutes - 6.62 MBWhat are you supposed to do when your coworker is lazy, and leaves you to pick up the slack? Or how about when your boss wants to talk about everything...even what they do at home with their fiance?! Liz and Larry are here to help. New to I Hate My Boss? Subscribe today: smarturl.it/IHMB Thank you to our sponsors: Blue Apron - Get your first 3 meals for free with free shipping by visiting them here: www.blueapron.com/boss Audible - Get a 30-day trial and a free audio book when ...
S1E12: The Set Up to Fail Syndrome
June 12, 2017 07:05 - 32 minutes - 30 MBWhat’s left to do when you’re stuck in a dead end at your job? Maybe you’ve been set up to fail. Liz and Larry hear from Kelsey, who’s gone from being the star employee to the person her boss holds responsible for all her company’s failure. Jeremy is happy in his position, but wants to try something new. Lauren and Joe are trapped in toxic company cultures, and Megan says her boss’ Flunky can do no wrong. Curious about the Set Up to Fail Syndrome? https://hbr.org/1998/03/the-set-up...
After Hours 7: Should I get a raise, or two? And TMI, Part 2.
June 08, 2017 21:00 - 8 minutes - 8.23 MBSusie has completed a certification course, which led to a raise and a promotion but something doesn’t add up. Betsy needs help reeling in an employee who’s good at her job, but talks WAY too much. New to I Hate My Boss? Subscribe today: smarturl.it/IHMB Thank you to our sponsors: Blue Apron - Get your first 3 meals for free with free shipping by visiting them here: www.blueapron.com/boss Audible - Get a 30-day trial and a free audio book when you visit them here: www.audible....