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The world of work is changing, fast. The full range of human emotion can happen on the job: ambition and failure, joy and burnout, confidence and self-doubt. Company builder Molly Graham knows all about those messy feelings – and she believes they can actually be the roadmap to a meaningful career. On WorkLife, Molly sits down with all kinds of people – founders and operators, entertainers and cre... more

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Many people approach job searches backwards, trying to squeeze themselves into the mold of what a company is looking for in a candidate. But there are two sides to every hiring decision, and who you are and what you want is just as important as the j... more

Molly Graham is back for round two, and this one is even more powerful. Molly has spent more than 20 years helping organizations and the humans inside them navigate growth and change. She’s held leadership roles at Google, Facebook, Quip, and the Cha... more

Technology has been promising to revolutionize education for a long time. Online learning, smartphones, and even asynchronous classes during COVID seemed for a while like they might finally transform what learning can look like, but all we really lea... more

We all know the stereotypical story of the midlife crisis: leave your spouse, buy the red convertible, start from scratch and blow up your whole life. But for most people, the transitional period of midlife is a little more complicated, and it doesn’... more

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Molly Graham
Founder/CEO of Glue Club; WorkLife host; former Google/Facebook leader
Glue Club, Lessons, Google, Facebook
Episode: The grief, loneliness, and burnout sweeping through the tech industry right now | from Lenny's Podcast
Leah Belsky
Head of Education at OpenAI (former Coursera leader)
OpenAI
Episode: Can AI really teach your kids? with Leah Belsky
Chip Conley
Founder of Joie de Vivre Hospitality; former leader at Airbnb; founder of Modern Elder Academy
Joie de Vivre / Airbnb / Modern Elder Academy
Episode: How to survive a life quake with Chip Conley
Bryce Dallas Howard
Actress and director discussed her career and identity
Actor/Director, Hollywood
Episode: Bryce Dallas Howard on the realities of being handed a head start
Sherri Lu
Content creator and founder of the Eldest Daughter Club
Eldest Daughter Club
Episode: How to say no | from WorkLife with Adam Grant
Vanessa Bohns
Professor of organizational behavior at Cornell, author of You Have More Influence Than You Think
Cornell University
Episode: How to say no | from WorkLife with Adam Grant
Kaya Henderson
Former Chancellor of DC Public Schools
Aspen Institute (Center for Rising Generations)
Episode: How to help your people feel heard with Kaya Henderson
Bill Gurley
Venture capitalist, Benchmark
Benchmark
Episode: How to find a peer group that lifts you up with Bill Gurley
Hilary Gridley
Leader in AI for management; helps managers coach and develop talent using AI
Whoop; AI coaching/management expert
Episode: Can AI make you a better manager? with Hilary Gridley

Host

Molly Graham
Host of Worklife; leadership and community-building focus; hosts conversations with guests about work, leadership, and meaning.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 16k ratings
  • AI? Bye!

    Not interested in creators who promote outsourcing thinking to machines. Unsubscribing from this podcast immediately.

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    Shalma M.
    United States2 months ago
  • No longer based on research

    Used to love this show. Since it‘s now mostly a ”when I was Facebook“ roundtable, I‘d love to see Sarah Wynn-Williams-author of Careless People- on as a guest, perhaps to talk about workplace toxicity and the implications of callous and careless leadership? Oh wait! Facebook gave her a gag order to prevent her from speaking about her time there. And this is who we‘re supposed to accept insights from, as opposed peer reviewed research from a diverse range of experts. Sad death for this pod.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    tryingtobreathe
    United States2 months ago
  • New host destroyed the podcast

    I loved when Adam Grant was the host. He was always very grounded and fact based in his analysis of work life. Now it has turned into a morning talk show with new host Molly Graham. Sounds like a high schooler having conversations with her bestie.

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    1
    GoogleLove
    United States2 months ago
  • Shift of Focus

    I feel like Work Life came along, just at the right time, at the start of the pandemic, when I also had my only office job. It spoke to me, even though I was not in leadership. I was a worker bee.

    I don’t hate Molly, but I also don’t feel like her target audience. I listen much less, and only return, hoping that something will excite me.

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    Persephone's
    United States3 months ago
  • Limited Perspective

    Unfortunately a lot of the recent examples and guests feel like they are very focused within a single sector: tech. To get more specific: Facebook and individuals coming from Facebook. While I understand Facebook in its earlier years may have birthed many of the industry leaders we see today, but they are still all in tech and tech adjacent fields. Having some perspectives outside of tech and ai and the tech sphere would be appreciated. I just get so tired of hearing “when I was at Facebook” sev... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    dillonjh
    United States3 months ago

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The show blends rigorous leadership lessons with thoughtful storytelling.
The host change has sparked mixed reactions but ongoing value for many listeners.
Listeners appreciate the authentic leadership insights and practical advice.
Some episodes face criticism for being tech-centric and ad-heavy.

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How to help your people feel heard with Kaya Henderson
Q: How did you ensure community buy-in for tough decisions like school closures or boundary changes?
We brought the community into the process, shared data transparently, created proposals instead of plans, and used tools like a color-coded Engage DCPS site to explain what could be done now, later, or not at all, which helped the community understand and accept non-ideal but necessary decisions.
What pressure can teach you about leadership with Don Faul
Q: Can you share a moment when leading under pressure shaped your approach to leadership later?
Leading content policy at Facebook during intense scrutiny taught me the importance of moral courage, clear principles, and communicating a vision that preserves the team's integrity under external pressure.
What pressure can teach you about leadership with Don Faul
Q: How did your military experiences translate when you moved into tech at Google and Facebook?
Fundamental leadership skills—bringing people together, communicating with care, aligning teams around a common purpose—translate, even though the language and context change; domain expertise can be learned, but commitment to excellence is crucial.
What pressure can teach you about leadership with Don Faul
Q: What is the core philosophy of leadership you learned in the Marines that translates to civilian work?
Servant leadership: prioritizing the team, enabling decentralized decision-making, and projecting steadiness so others can perform at their best, even when you don't have all the answers.
Why you should give away your most valuable assets with TED Chairman Chris Anderson
Q: How did leadership transitions at TED impact the organization's direction?
Stepping back from the CEO role allowed focus on curatorial and visionary work, while empowering a capable successor enabled TED to grow and evolve, maintaining core values yet exploring new models like Audacious and global community expansion.

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What is Worklife about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful, high-signal show exploring careers, leadership, and the human side of work through conversations with founders, operators, and industry leaders. Episodes blend personal origin stories, practical leadership tactics, and how to navigate growth, change, and disruption at scale. Hosts emphasize honest reflection, culture, and meaningful work, often linking big company dynamics to everyday professional decisions. Notable angles include leadership transitions, building community among senior leaders, and applying lessons from tech and entrepreneurship to sustain long-term impact. The lineup tends to attract listeners who want actionable insights on career development, organizational culture, and personal purpose, with a readiness to... more

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1. Molly Graham
2. Leah Belsky
3. Chip Conley
4. Bryce Dallas Howard
5. Sherri Lu
6. Vanessa Bohns
7. Kaya Henderson
8. Bill Gurley

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