60 episodes

Need expert advice on handling workplace dilemmas and dramas? Alison Green, founder of the popular website AskAManager.org, is here to help you resolve your toughest, most frustrating, or just plain weirdest work predicaments. Each week, she takes calls and talks directly with listeners about how to successfully tackle clueless coworkers, toxic bosses, impossible employees, crazy clients, and much more. Learn more at AskAManager.org and subscribe now!

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    • Business
    • 4.5 • 73 Ratings

Need expert advice on handling workplace dilemmas and dramas? Alison Green, founder of the popular website AskAManager.org, is here to help you resolve your toughest, most frustrating, or just plain weirdest work predicaments. Each week, she takes calls and talks directly with listeners about how to successfully tackle clueless coworkers, toxic bosses, impossible employees, crazy clients, and much more. Learn more at AskAManager.org and subscribe now!

    My employee lied about a reference

    My employee lied about a reference

    An employee who lied to get a reference, avoiding hugs, and lots more.

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    • 28 min
    How to say no to your boss

    How to say no to your boss

    Contrary to popular belief, you CAN say no to your boss -- as long as you do it the right way. Alison walks you through how to do it, what to say, and what not to say.

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    • 25 min
    Help! I work for a micromanager

    Help! I work for a micromanager

    Is there a way to get a micromanaging boss to back off? Maybe.

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    • 33 min
    I saw an email I wasn’t supposed to see

    I saw an email I wasn’t supposed to see

    The hazards of having access to your boss's email, touchy-feely coworkers, and more.

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    • 31 min
    Tone in Job Interviews

    Tone in Job Interviews

    The power dynamics in job interviews can make job seekers overly deferential. Don't do it! Today we talk about nailing your tone in an interview.

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    • 28 min
    My coworkers overshare -- and it gets really personal!

    My coworkers overshare -- and it gets really personal!

    Coworkers who tell you way more than you want to hear, references you didn't offer, and more.

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    • 28 min

Customer Reviews

4.5 out of 5
73 Ratings

73 Ratings

Tangled garden ,

When will you start again

Even as a volunteer i find the review of issues and options in volunteer work very helpful.

pmay11 ,

It’s about time!

This podcast is very helpful and is such a great concept. Keep up the great work!

Kpfq ,

Tone

Very sound advice provided on a variety of topics. However I feel that her vocal fry is off putting. Women need to use a stronger voice in business and the workplace. Many women would be taken more seriously if they used their authentic voices.

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