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Stumbling Blocks: How Great Leaders Are Made (with Jonathan Block)Harvard's Sandra Sucher: How to ApologizeIn this conversation, Sandra Sucher, a professor at Harvard Business School and expert on trust, shares her unique journey from growing up in Detroit to teaching at Harvard. She discusses the importance of apologies in repairing trust, the nuances of moral leadership, and the challenges of navigating career paths. Through personal anecdotes and research-driven insights, Sandra emphasizes the significance of acknowledging responsibility, understanding the impact of actions, and the complexities of restoring trust in both personal and professional relationships.TakeawaysApologizing is a process that requires acknowledging responsibility, explaining the "why" (without being...
2025-12-0442 min
The 7am NovelistRoundtable: World Building for Other WorldsToday we have another of our roundtables and we’re focusing on one of the hardest things for an author to get right: world building. Because this issue is so complex, I’m doing two world building roundtables, one for writers working on historical fiction and today for writers who are trying to establish place in a location that the reader might not know about, either in the real world or in the speculative one. In this case, how complicated does that speculative world need to be to be truly convincing? Or is simplicity the key, working through implication inst...
2025-10-2850 min
The Spotlight PodcastPMDD: Author Shalene Gupta on Misdiagnosis, Rage, and Reclaiming PowerIn this episode, journalist and author Shalene Gupta joins me to talk about PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder) and why it’s still so widely misunderstood. We dive into the long road to diagnosis, the stigma around menstrual health, and how PMDD reshaped her relationships, career, and sense of self.Check out her book The Cycle: Confronting the Pain of Periods and PMDD. It made me feel less alone, maybe it will help you too!
2025-04-1526 min
Overlooked: Women's Health Can't WaitWhat is Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder? with author Shalene GuptaPremenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, or PMDD is a little-known and under-researched condition - a severe form of PMS. Shalene Gupta is the author of ‘The Cycle: Confronting the Pain of Periods and PMDD’, a raw account of her experience with this condition. Shalene talks about the havoc it created in her life, and the difficult path to finding effective treatment. Shalene also traces PMDD’s controversial route to formal recognition by the medical establishment, and talks about the implications of openly discussing conditions like PMDD in today's climate.The Cycle: Confronting the Pain of Periods and PMDD, by Shalene Gupta...
2025-04-0832 min
Insights with UsS1E27 Awfully Hilarious with Heather Hendrie“It is not normal to be in pain, it has just been normalized.”
Have you ever had an experience that felt just awful, and then you share it with a friend, and you end up laughing about it? Us too. In today’s episode, I connect with the author of the Awfully Hilarious series, Heather Hendrie. We talk about her books, building connection through discomfort, being seen, and how to navigate the throws of being human.
Learn more about Awfully Hilarious at: www.awfullyhilarious.com
Learn more about Heather Hendrie at: www.heatherhendrie.com...
2025-01-021h 00
Risky Conversations with Jamie LeeNavigating Period Pain as a High-Achieving Woman: A Conversation with Shalene Gupta, Author of The CycleIf you've ever struggled with severe PMS, painful periods, or the visceral challenges of having a female body in a male-dominated workplace, this episode is a must-listen. This is an important conversation for me personally. As a menstruating woman in her forties, I've had days where I'd been doubled over in premenstrual pain (both physical and mental) so bad the overly dramatic part of my brain told me I was going to die. I'm always searching for answers, so I've googled my symptoms ad nauseam. I've read books on the topic, incl...
2024-08-2636 min
Tiny Little VictoriesThe Writer with Shalene GuptaShalene Gupta is a Minnesota-grown Boston-based writer with Chinese-Indonesian and Indian roots. She’s the author of The Cycle: Confronting the Pain of Periods and PMDD (Flatiron, 2024). She’s also the co-author of The Power of Trust: How Companies Build It, Lose It, Regain It (Public Affairs, 2021). The Power of Trust was nominated for a Thinkers50 Breakthrough Idea award.In 2022, Shalene was identified as a thinker to watch out for and made the Thinkers50 Radar list. She’s also the host of the Trustonomy podcast, which the Ambies nominated for excellence in podcasting.But th...
2024-08-1444 min
The 7am NovelistShalene Gupta on Conducting Deeply Personal InterviewsToday we hear from Shalene Gupta whose new book, THE CYCLE: Confronting the Pain of Periods and PMDD, was released in February. Shalene and I will be talking about the ways authors can get past their fear of conducting interviews when writing about deeply personal material.Watch a recording here. The audio/video version is available for one week. Missed it? Check out the podcast version above or on your favorite podcast platform.To find Gupta’s debut and many other books by our authors, visit our Bookshop page. Looking for a writing comm...
2024-07-2634 min
Midlife Wellness NPPMDD: Breaking the Silence with Shalene Gupta, author of "The Cycle."Send us a textShalene Gupta's book "The Cycle: Confronting the Pain of Periods and PMDD" is a groundbreaking exploration of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), a severe form of PMS that is often underdiagnosed and misunderstood leaving many women to suffer in silence. Shalene shares her personal journey with PMDD, offering a raw and honest account of living with this condition. We discuss the wide range of symptoms that can affect sufferers, from mood swings to physical pain, and how these can impact daily life.We also delve into:* The various t...
2024-07-1538 min
The Pain Gap11. The Cycle and Breaking the Silence on Menstrual Health with Shalene GuptaShalene Gupta is an exceptional writer, journalist, and author. She is here to discuss her latest book, "The Cycle: Confronting the Pain of PMDD and Periods," in which she bravely shares her personal journey with PMDD and sheds light on this often misunderstood condition and the challenges women face with this condition. Shalene Gupta hails from Minnesota and is currently based in Boston, bringing a rich cultural background with her Chinese-Indonesian and Indian roots. She's the author of "The Cycle" and co-authored "The Power of Trust: How Companies Build It, Lose It, Regain It," which was nominated...
2024-06-2531 min
This Is the AuthorS9 E5: Rose McLarney, Morgan Parker, and Shalene GuptaIn this episode, meet poet Rose McLarney, poet and novelist Morgan Parker, and journalist Shalene Gupta. Hear what it was like for these authors to record their audiobooks, and what surprised them most about the process. Enjoy!
Colorfast by Rose McLarney: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/715727/colorfast-by-rose-mclarney/audio/
You Get What You Pay For by Morgan Parker: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/576870/you-get-what-you-pay-for-by-morgan-parker/audio/
The Cycle by Shalene Gupta: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/750307/the-cycle-by-shalene-gupta/audio/
2024-03-0513 min
Find Playlist of Full Audiobooks in Self Development, Health & WellnessCycle: Confronting the Pain of Periods and PMDD - Shalene GuptaListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://epod.spaceTitle: Cycle: Confronting the Pain of Periods and PMDDAuthor: Shalene GuptaNarrator: Shalene GuptaFormat: UnabridgedLength: 6:02:24Language: EnglishRelease date: 02-27-2024Publisher: Random House (Audio)Genres: History, Non-Fiction, Health & Wellness, Women's Health, World, Social ScienceSummary:A groundbreaking exploration of a debilitating disorder that’s underdiagnosed and misunderstood.
Most days, Shalene Gupta was the person she’d always aspired to be. She was hardworking, excelled at work, and had a long-term boyf...
2024-02-276h 02
Step Inside A Full Audiobook That Is Simply Best-Selling.The Cycle by Shalene GuptaPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/29558to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Cycle
Author: Shalene Gupta
Narrator: Shalene Gupta
Format: mp3
Length: 6 hrs and 2 mins
Release date: 02-27-24
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 14 ratings
Genres: Women
Publisher's Summary:
Most days, Shalene Gupta was the person she’d always aspired to be. She was hardworking, excelled at work, and had a long-term boyfriend who she desperately loved. Then, every month like clockwork, it all came crashing down in fits of rage and inconsolable sorrow. Work became meaningless, and she struggled to get through the day. The lows were subterranean. After years of...
2024-02-276h 02
hol+ with Dr. Taz MD | The Future of Medicine is HolisticEP 366 - When Hormones Rage: PMDD and Women's Silent Battle with Shalene GuptaIn this enlightening episode of Superwoman Wellness, Dr. Taz warmly welcomes Shalene Gupta, a journalist and author deeply invested in the exploration of women's health issues, particularly Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). With a rich background that includes contributions to The Atlantic, ESPN, Fortune, and more, Gupta brings a unique blend of personal experience and journalistic rigor to the discussion. Today's conversation sheds light on PMDD, a severe form of PMS that remains largely misunderstood and underdiscussed in both public and medical circles.Today on Superwoman Wellness:Demystifying PMDD: Understanding its impact on women's lives and mental...
2024-02-1325 minhol+ with Dr. Taz MD | The Future of Medicine is HolisticEP 366 - When Hormones Rage: PMDD and Women's Silent Battle with Shalene GuptaIn this enlightening episode of Superwoman Wellness, Dr. Taz warmly welcomes Shalene Gupta, a journalist and author deeply invested in the exploration of women's health issues, particularly Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). With a rich background that includes contributions to The Atlantic, ESPN, Fortune, and more, Gupta brings a unique blend of personal experience and journalistic rigor to the discussion. Today's conversation sheds light on PMDD, a severe form of PMS that remains largely misunderstood and underdiscussed in both public and medical circles.Today on Superwoman Wellness:Demystifying PMDD: Understanding its impact on women's lives and mental...
2024-02-1325 min
The 7am NovelistFinding Joy in the Writing Process with Suzanne Berne, Shalene Gupta, and Christine MurphyThe last listener’s question in our January series is about joy. We’ve got authors Suzanne Berne, Shalene Gupta, and Christine Murphy to talk about the good that can be found in the writing process.Watch a recording of our live webinar here. The audio/video version is available for one week. Missed it? Check out the podcast version above or on your favorite podcast platform.Check out my interview with AE Osworth about “Joy First Drafting” here.Looking for a writing community? Join our Facebook page.Suzanne Berne is the author...
2024-01-3137 min
ManagementAngelo Leogrande-Costruire Fiducia e Valore nella Relazione Consumatore-IADiscussione dell’articolo intitolato “4 Questions to Assess the Trustworthiness of Your Company’s GenAI” di Shalene Gupta, del January 18, 2024, pubblicato nell’Harvard Business Review. Link: https://hbr.org/2024/01/4-questions-to-assess-the-trustworthiness-of-your-companys-genaiDiventa un supporter di questo podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/management--4213190/support.
2024-01-2123 min
The 7am NovelistThe Time it Takes & What is Done? with Kasey LeBlanc, Shalene Gupta, and Sara Shukla.We hear from two listeners’ questions today: The first worries about knowing if her book is ready enough to begin querying. What does “done” really feel and look like when writing a book? The second talks about an issue that hits home with a lot of writers, though many don’t speak about it: The time a single writing project takes to finish can feel overwhelming, but what about trying to launch a whole writing career? And what if loved ones are waiting eagerly for it to happen for you? What if their age means they can only wait so long...
2024-01-1936 min
The Aspen Institute Economic Opportunities Program — Events and InterviewsUnstable Schedules: Unwrapping the Challenges and Solutions for Service WorkersWhile the holiday season is a time of joy and celebration for many across the United States, it brings uncertainty and stress for workers facing unpredictable schedules. Workers in the service sector in particular are often on call and can have their schedules changed with very little notice. Research by The Shift Project, for example, shows that in fall 2021, a staggering 64% of workers in the service sector received less than two weeks’ notice of their schedule. Unpredictable and unstable schedules are associated with economic, food, and housing insecurity; various health issues; and, for working parents, adverse effects on childrens’ well...
2023-11-211h 16
The Cycle Codes (The PMDD Podcast)Shalene Gupta - The Cycle: Confronting the Pain of PMDD and PeriodsIn the upcoming episode of The PMDD Podcast, we feature a remarkable woman from the US who penned the book "The Cycle: Confronting The Pain of PMDD and Periods." Shalene Gupta, an established writer, journalist and author, delve's into her journey of writing this insightful book, shedding light on her personal experience with PMDD.Additionally, you'll hear from her husband, Usheer, as he joins the conversation to candidly discuss how PMDD has profoundly impacted their relationship. This episode offers a compelling narrative of resilience, love, and understanding in the face of a challenging condition.
2023-10-0338 min
World Changing IdeasFuture executives don't want to go back to the office, and why we still don't know how to manage our financesIt’s looking like the future won’t be spent in the office. Based on a recent Deloitte study, 66% of mid- to executive-level financial services professionals do not want to come back to the office full-time. Writer and journalist Shalene Gupta breaks down the numbers and explains the impact that this will have on future pathways toward leadership.And historically, financial advice has been “male, pale, and stale,” according to Vivian Tu. The popular FinTok influencer explains why she’s passionate about teaching financial literacy. In addition to her proprietary “STRIP” method for achieving financial independence, she recommends set...
2023-08-1038 min
Most Innovative CompaniesFuture executives don't want to go back to the office, and why we still don't know how to manage our financesIt’s looking like the future won’t be spent in the office. Based on a recent Deloitte study, 66% of mid- to executive-level financial services professionals do not want to come back to the office full-time. Writer and journalist Shalene Gupta breaks down the numbers and explains the impact that this will have on future pathways toward leadership.And historically, financial advice has been “male, pale, and stale,” according to Vivian Tu. The popular FinTok influencer explains why she’s passionate about teaching financial literacy. In addition to her proprietary “STRIP” method for achieving financial independence, she recommends set...
2023-08-1040 min
The New Way We WorkFuture executives don't want to go back to the office, and why we still don't know how to manage our financesIt’s looking like the future won’t be spent in the office. Based on a recent Deloitte study, 66% of mid- to executive-level financial services professionals do not want to come back to the office full-time. Writer and journalist Shalene Gupta breaks down the numbers and explains the impact that this will have on future pathways toward leadership.And historically, financial advice has been “male, pale, and stale,” according to Vivian Tu. The popular FinTok influencer explains why she’s passionate about teaching financial literacy. In addition to her proprietary “STRIP” method for achieving financial independence, she recommends set...
2023-08-1039 min
Case Interview Preparation & Management Consulting | Strategy | Critical Thinking566: What is the foundation of trust? (with Sandra Sucher)For this episode, we interview the coauthor of The Power of Trust, Sandra Sucher. In this book, Sandra Sucher and Shalene Gupta examine the economic impact of trust and the science behind it and conclusively prove that trust is built from the inside out. Trust emerges from a company being the "real deal": creating products and services that work, having good intentions, treating people fairly, and taking responsibility for all the impacts an organization creates, whether intended or not. Sandra Sucher is a professor of management practice at Harvard Business School and studies trust and moral leadership. She...
2023-04-101h 16
The 7am NovelistDay 21: Shalene Gupta & E.B. Bartels on How to Conduct Interviews & Blend Personal Stories with your ResearchInterview best practices, how to get yourself geared up for an interview in the first place, how to pace them with your writing, and how to blend what you learn with your own stories and experience. Our experts Shalene Gupta and E.B. Bartels give us their best tips.For a list of my fave craft books and the most recent works by our guests, go to our Bookshop page.E.B.’s quick tips!This piece was just published in Narratively which is super helpful! https://narratively.com/how-journalists-get-their-profile-subjects-to-open-up/Also:...
2023-03-2132 min
Demo PagesIntroduction to Pronoun AwarenessWelcome to Audio Learning from Assemble You.This track will cover Personal Gender Pronouns (PGPs). We’ll look at what they are, give a brief overview of some important definitions, and then look at ways of sharing your pronouns and working to create a more inclusive work environment. Further info:
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[Guide] Using pronouns in the workplace, The Law Society
[Article] Talking About Your Pronouns Is One Easy Way To Be A Transgender Ally, Jamie Wareham
[Article] My Pronouns Are...
2023-03-0411 min
The Strategy Skills Podcast: Strategy | Leadership | Critical Thinking | Problem-Solving319: Harvard's Sandra Sucher, What is the foundation of trust? (Strategy Skills classics)For this episode, let's revisit a Strategy Skills classic where we interview the coauthor of The Power of Trust, Sandra Sucher. In this book, Sandra Sucher and Shalene Gupta examine the economic impact of trust and the science behind it and conclusively prove that trust is built from the inside out. Trust emerges from a company being the "real deal": creating products and services that work, having good intentions, treating people fairly, and taking responsibility for all the impacts an organization creates, whether intended or not. Sandra Sucher is a professor of management practice at Harvard Business...
2023-02-081h 18
Chamber AmplifiedIntegrating Gen Z In Your Workplace / Meet The Small Business Award WinnersSend us a textWe're diving back into a familiar topic on this edition of Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, employee recruitment and retention. In this edition of the program, we talk to author Shalene Gupta, who has spoken with several experts on how to integrate younger workers into your business. We're also continuing to highlight our Small Business Award winners, and this week we're taking a look at Jack-B's who was honored with the customer service award. We'll learn more about their history and how things are going at their...
2022-11-1827 min
Thinking With Mitch JoelSPOS #824 - Shalene Gupta On The Power Of TrustWelcome to episode #824 of Six Pixels of Separation. Here it is: Six Pixels of Separation - Episode #824 - Host: Mitch Joel. Do you trust the brands that you buy from? Has your definition of trust in business shifted through this pandemic? Shalene Gupta is a research associate at Harvard Business School and the co-author of The Power of Trust - How Companies Build It, Lose It, Regain It with Harvard Business School professor, Sandra Sucher. The Power of Trust was nominated for a Thinkers50 Breakthrough Idea award. In 2022, Shalene was identified as a thinker to watch out f...
2022-04-2450 min
Behavioral Grooves PodcastTrust: The Four Key Steps to Genuinely Build It | Sandra SucherIn 2021, people started to trust business organizations more than governments, NGOs or the media, according to global research by the Edelman Trust Baraometer. The Covid pandemic has seen people around the globe question their trust in all forms of leadership. What impact does this have on business leaders? Can organizations rebuild trust? What are the building blocks of trust?
Sandra Sucher, co-author of “The Power of Trust: How Companies Build It, Lose It, Regain It” (https://amzn.to/3pny7Uu) draws back the layers of what trust actually is, how to build it, how to maintain it thro...
2021-12-051h 04
A Week In My Flexible Working LifeShalene Gupta - Trust, Flexibility & OptimismIn the last year we've all experienced new ways of working. This brand new podcast series lets you hear how guest business leaders spend a week in their flexible working life. Shalene Gupta is an acclaimed journalist, corporate advisor, researcher, and a former financial specialist at the US Department of Treasury. She joins host Juliet Mann to discuss the power of trust in the workplace from allowing employees flexibility to regaining client trust.
2021-09-2921 min
Thinkers & IdeasThe Power of Trust with Sandra SucherSandra Sucher is a professor of management practice at Harvard Business School and an internationally recognized trust researcher.Her new book, The Power of Trust: How Companies Build It, Lose It, Regain It, co-authored with Shalene Gupta, is an exploration of the changing nature of trust. The book leverages interdisciplinary research, alongside key business case studies, to help elaborate on the four components of trust: competence, motives, means, and impact.In a conversation with Martin Reeves, Chairman of the BCG Henderson Institute, Sucher explains how companies, build, lose, and regain trust in today’s world, an...
2021-08-1331 min
Take on BoardThe Power of Trust: it's not just the title of Sandra Sucher's latest bookToday on the Take on Board podcast, Helga is speaking with Sandra Sucher about trust between boards and the people they govern.Sandra is an internationally recognized trust researcher and professor of management practice at Harvard Business School. She studies how organizations build trust and the vital role leaders play in the process. Before joining Harvard, she was a business executive for 20 years, served on corporate and nonprofit boards, and has been Chair of the Better Business Bureau. An advisor to the Edelman Trust Barometer, her research has been featured in several national publications.Sandra is the author...
2021-07-2731 min
The Remarkable Leadership PodcastThe Power of Trust with Sandra SucherTrust is a relationship, and we know how to do relationships. So, why does earning and keeping trust seem like a mystery? Sandra Sucher is a trust researcher and professor of management practice at Harvard Business School. She is also the co-author, with Shalene Gupta, of The Power of Trust: How Companies Build it, Lose it and Regain it. Sandra and Kevin discuss how organizations can build trust and the role of leadership. Their research shows trust can be measured and there are concrete actions any company can take to ensure it gains the trust of its employees, leading...
2021-07-2137 min
Coaching for LeadersThe Art of Constructing Apologies, with Sandra SucherSandra Sucher: The Power of Trust
Sandra Sucher is an internationally recognized trust researcher and professor of management practice at Harvard Business School. She studies how organizations build trust and the vital role leaders play in the process. Before joining Harvard, she was a business executive for 20 years, served on corporate and nonprofit boards, and has been Chair of the Better Business Bureau.
As an advisor to the Edelman Trust Barometer, her research has been featured in several national publications. She is the author with Shalene Gupta of the book, The Power of Trust: How...
2021-07-1238 min
Press Play On The Full Audiobook That Keeps Curious Minds Hooked.The Power of Trust by Sandra J. Sucher, Shalene GuptaPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/96148to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Power of Trust
Author: Sandra J. Sucher, Shalene Gupta
Narrator: Sandra J. Sucher, Shalene Gupta, Jennifer Aquino
Format: mp3
Length: 8 hrs and 38 mins
Release date: 07-06-21
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 11 ratings
Genres: Forecasting & Strategic Planning
Publisher's Summary:
A groundbreaking exploration of the changing nature of trust and how to bridge the gap from where you are to where you need to be.
2021-07-068h 38