143. How a ‘bad manager’ got 100m views on social media

Welcome to another episode of Truth, Lies & Work, the award-winning psychology podcast brought to you by the HubSpot Podcast Network. Join your hosts Leanne Elliott, business psychologist, and Al Elliott, business owner, as they explore the nuances of workplace culture and generational differences in today's work environment. In this week’s episode, we explore leadership through humor with Kate Waterfall Hill, the creator of the viral TikTok character, Linda the Bad Manager. With over 100 million views and 200,000 followers, Linda hilariously illustrates the common pitfalls of management while raising awareness about poor leadership practices. Kate shares her journey from a marketing prodigy to a leadership consultant and author of the upcoming book How to Lead, launching on November 12, 2024. Key Talking Points: Inspiration Behind Linda: How Kate’s personal experiences in management shaped her comedic portrayal of Linda. Cultural Resonance: The reasons why audiences relate to Linda and recognize her traits in real-life managers. Lessons in Leadership: Insights on common management mistakes and the importance of coaching for effective leadership. Empowering Communication: The impact of modern communication tools on workplace dynamics and employee empowerment. Upcoming Book Insights: What readers can expect from How to Lead, releasing on November 12, 2024, with the ebook available now. Links and Resources: Learn more about Kate: Waterfall Hill Follow Kate on TikTok: @katewaterfallhill Pre-order Kate's book How to Lead: Book Information (ebook available now) Support with Mental Health and Well-being If any of the topics in this episode have affected you, or if you need mental health support, please reach out to one of the following resources: UK: Mind offers mental health support and information. For those in distress, call Samaritans at 116 123 or email [email protected]. US: Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK or text HOME to 741741 to connect with a crisis counselor. Rest of the World: Visit Befrienders Worldwide to find a helpline in your country. Connect with Truth, Lies & Work YouTube: Truth, Lies & Work YouTube Channel TikTok: Truth, Lies & Work TikTok Instagram: Truth, Lies & Work Instagram LinkedIn: Truth, Lies & Work LinkedIn Connect with Al Elliott: LinkedIn Connect with Leanne Elliott: LinkedIn Email: Reach out at [email protected] Book a Meeting: Schedule a meeting with Al & Leanne here.