Boss Class from The Economist

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The best bosses create systems for solving problems old and new—from navigating working-from-home demands to hiring the right people, from running good meetings to managing themselves. Andrew Palmer, author of the Bartleby column, looks for advice on how to be a better boss by talking to people who have actually done the job. Listen to The Economist's seven-episode guide for managers. Episodes are out on Mondays. If you're not already a subscriber to The Economist, sign up for our podcast subscription, Economist Podcasts+ at economist.com/podcastsplus.

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Babbage is our weekly podcast on science and technology, named after Charles Babbage—a 19th-century polymath and grandfather of computing. Host Alok Jha talks to our correspondents about the innovations, discoveries and gadgetry shaping the world. Published every Wednesday. If you’re already a subscriber to The Economist, you’ll have full access to all our shows as part of your subscription. For more information about Economist Podcasts+, including how to get access, please visit our FAQs page here https://myaccount.economist.com/s/article/What-is-Economist-Podcasts

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74 Ratings

Interesting and witty

11/22/2023

Dm9b5

These are great. I wish they were longer, and I hope they have an extended run. The interviews and observations are illuminating and properly nuanced. A few times when things seem to be veering into the simplistic or panacean, Andrew Palmer grounds us with a direct skewering or subtle aside. It’s a great balance of the aspirational and practical with the goal of helping managers do better for their teams.
Good start so far

May 22

funnygal1966

If you’re a good boss, you’ll recognize that there’s always room for improvement to be a better boss. Unfortunately, there’s too many toxic leaders in middle managers who won’t take the hint & would rather die than admit that they are the problem and they’re willing to risk losing great employees because they’re narcissistic. These tips are only good for people are actually gonna take the advice and use it.
Unalloyed management savvy, neatly packaged

11/20/2023

nick van praag

I wish I’d had this package of insight when i started managing people and processes. It covers all the bases with with wit and wisdom.
Brilliantly produced!

10/27/2023

Gibindc

The Economist’s Andrew Palmer takes you on an audio journey, introducing us to leaders around the world who share interesting perspectives and fresh solutions to today’s management challenges. Brilliantly produced and seasoned with a pinch of intrigue and a dash of comedic wit, each episode leaves you wanting more. This should be a weekly!

The best bosses create systems for solving problems old and new—from navigating working-from-home demands to hiring the right people, from running good meetings to managing themselves. Andrew Palmer, author of the Bartleby column, looks for advice on how to be a better boss by talking to people who have actually done the job. Listen to The Economist's seven-episode guide for managers. Episodes are out on Mondays. If you're not already a subscriber to The Economist, sign up for our podcast subscription, Economist Podcasts+ at economist.com/podcastsplus.