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I Hate It Here

Hebba Youssef
Pay Transparency
Compensation Management
Office Romance
Equity
Employee Attrition
Workplace Culture
Employee Engagement
Human Resources
Salary Negotiation
Content Creation
Corporate America
Employee Well-Being
Recruitment
Performance Ratings
Performance Management
Employee Appreciation
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Workplace Dating
Corporate Gifting
Employee Empowerment

If HR is one of the most soul-crushing industries to work in, how come we’re not talking about it more? I Hate it Here is the unflinching podcast where People professionals to talk honestly and openly about HR, sharing best-in-class resources to make the hardest job in the world that little bit easier. Hosted by Hebba Youssef, Chief People Officer at Workweek and creator of the I Hate it Here podc... more

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Listen, I tried so hard not to cry recording this episode.

Today George Boone and I are talking about grief, the thing that HR loves to pretend can be solved with a three-day bereavement policy and a sad little “OOO.”

But grief is messy and human a... more

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Workplace culture rewires us in ways that could take a whole lifetime to understand.

It shapes our identity, confidence, authority issues, communication style, and even how we show up outside of work without realizing it!

And Jessie Stettin and I g... more

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Belonging at work is one of those things everyone claims to care about… right up until someone shows up as their full self and suddenly it’s “not professional!”

I hate the idea that someone has to assimilate to belong, so Erica Lydell and I pull the... more

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Okay, friends…this episode is pure fun (okay, a little usual chaos too) in the best way, because I sat down with my actual direct report, Madison Montgomery, who confessed ON AIR that she has never listened to my podcast.

And honestly? Fair.

We tal... more

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Recent Guests

Jessie Stettin
VP of Gussler's Success at Encompass Labs, former head of people and chief of staff for a 500-person global consulting firm, and a trained end-of-life doula.
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Episode: S10 E7: Proof Your Job Is Rewriting Your Personality in Real Time with Jessie Stettin
Erica Lydell
People and culture leader with over two decades of experience, advocate for neurodiversity inclusion and authentic human-centered leadership.
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Episode: S10 E6: How is Belonging SUPPOSED to Feel at Work? with Erica Lydell
Mary Pat Jacobs
A leadership coach and organizational development consultant helping leaders understand how their instincts and patterns shape their leadership style.
Episode: S10 E4: I Got Coached on Air and Survived with Mary Pat Jacobs
Erin Grau
Co-founder of Charter and speaker on gender equity and workplace dynamics
Charter
Episode: S10 E1: The Cost of Motherhood Nobody Talks About with Erin Gau
Stephanie Shuler
A people first leader who thrives in the messy, exciting middle of HR strategy and reality.
Episode: S9 E10: 50 Shades of Gray Areas in Policy with Stephanie Shuler
Amina Gass
A passionate people leader with over a decade of experience in building inclusive workplaces.
Episode: S9 E9: The Hidden Tax of Being the "Only" at Work with Amina Gass
Ana King
CPO at SAPI with 12 years of people and talent experience.
SAPI
Episode: S9 E8: No HR in Your Leadership Meetings? BIG Mistake with Ana King
Tameka Allen
Founder of ModCulture, specializing in unlocking brilliance and building inclusive workplace cultures.
ModCulture
Episode: S9 E7: Work Isn't Set Up to Support Neurodiversity with Tameka Allen
Aparna Rae
An educator and disruptor working at the intersection of equity, data, and systemic organizational change.
Moving Beyond
Episode: S9 E6: Is the Future of Work F*cked? with Aparna Rae

Host

Hebba Youssef
Host of I Hate It Here, a passionate advocate for honest discussions in HR, focusing on delivering best-in-class resources and sharing experiences from the industry.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 102 ratings
  • A Must-Listen for Work & Leadership

    Hebba brings on fascinating guests and sparks conversations that are both informative for HR professionals and thought-provoking. Engaging and fresh. Makes me think differently about work and leadership.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FrannieNance
    United States4 months ago
  • Help

    How do I get a transcript of S5 E10

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NancyVH3479
    United States9 months ago
  • Love!

    I found Hebba’s newsletter a long time ago and was blown away by how genuine, charismatic, and funny she is. And her podcast is no different! SHE SAYS WHAT ALL OF US HR PEOPLE ARE THINKING!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thegatolin
    United States2 years ago
  • Amazing podcast!

    I work in employment law and love the different perspectives the host and guests provide. I learn something knew every week and have greater empathy for People professionals.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ginger Podcast Lover
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast, great newsletter

    I just wanted to take a second to write a review on this podcast especially because I know how important they are for content creators. Hebba’s newsletters are wonderful and so valuable and the podcast is such a great additional tool. I don’t even do HR anymore but the morsels of wisdom help me personally and help others who have HR elements in their roles navigate the difficulties that we encounter. The Managing Relationships episode has been cathartic in a time when I needed it most. Thank yo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chlobewankenobi
    United States2 years ago

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Terrible title for a decent podcast - Some feel the title could deter potential listeners but praise the content.
Amazing podcast! It broadens perspectives and fosters empathy for people professionals.
A Must-Listen for Work & Leadership - Engaging and fresh content that makes you think differently about work and leadership.
Love! Listeners appreciate the genuine nature of the host and how the discussions resonate with HR professionals' thoughts.
Great podcast, great newsletter - Listeners find value in the combined resources of the podcast and newsletters.

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S10 E4: I Got Coached on Air and Survived with Mary Pat Jacobs
Q: How will we know that we are successful in achieving that goal today?
I would like to be a 10 in understanding the root of my impatience by the end of this session.
S10 E4: I Got Coached on Air and Survived with Mary Pat Jacobs
Q: What would you say is the story you're telling yourself about the disappointment?
That maybe I'm not actually good at this job.
S10 E5: Shooting the Sh*t With My Direct Report with Madison Montgomery
Q: How do you transition into managing direct reports you inherit?
Get to know them as a person first, and find common interests to build connections.
S10 E5: Shooting the Sh*t With My Direct Report with Madison Montgomery
Q: What were you most terrified to implement at Workweek?
Performance reviews, because I felt a lot of places wasted time and I worried that changes I'd make would upset people more.
S10 E5: Shooting the Sh*t With My Direct Report with Madison Montgomery
Q: What excited you the most about joining at the time we were a pre-seed startup?
Getting to build things from scratch was really exciting to me, as I was able to create processes as I envisioned them instead of fixing existing ones.

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This podcast engages in candid conversations, addressing the challenges and complexities faced by HR professionals. Episodes feature industry insiders sharing their experiences and insights, tackling topics such as workplace culture, inclusion, and the emotional toll of human resources roles. With a focus on providing actionable strategies, the discussions often blend humor and realism to facilitate a genuine connection among listeners dealing with similar struggles in the workforce. Unique to the show is its commitment to fostering an open dialogue about the less glamorous aspects of HR, making it a relatable and invaluable resource for people working in the industry.

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2. Erica Lydell
3. Mary Pat Jacobs
4. Erin Grau
5. Stephanie Shuler
6. Amina Gass
7. Ana King
8. Tameka Allen

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