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Managing In The Middle

Hosted by Rajita Saxena; Vishal Sastri · business · EN · 5 episodes

About this Podcast:

Buckle up, because we're about to talk about the elephant in the room—or rather, a skill more endangered than the Javan Rhino: Managing people well. Good people management isn't instinctual—it's cultivated. We're talking about those humans (a.k.a managers) that bring calm amid chaos, translate corporate jargon into human speak, balance tough love with genuine care, and create space to actually flourish. Whether you're currently practicing people management, aspiring to get better at it, or wondering if your current experience involves AI-generated leadership, we want to hear from you!

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What is Managing In The Middle about?

Buckle up, because we're about to talk about the elephant in the room, or rather, a skill more endangered than the Javan Rhino: Managing people well. Good people management isn't instinctual, it's cultivated.

Who hosts Managing In The Middle?

Managing In The Middle is hosted by Rajita Saxena; Vishal Sastri. The show has published 5 episodes to date.

What has Managing In The Middle covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Episode 3: People Management Uncut - We Asked, We Answered, We Survived!" (21 January 2026, 42 minutes), "Episode 4: The Great AI Pivot - Enabling People, Managing Tech." (16 January 2026, 58 minutes), and "Episode 2: Are You The Manager Your Team Needs?" (17 November 2025, 60 minutes).

How often does Managing In The Middle publish?

Managing In The Middle publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 43 minutes across 5 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Managing In The Middle?

Booking probability for Managing In The Middle is 17%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Managing In The Middle requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Managing In The Middle's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Managing In The Middle?

The strongest fits for Managing In The Middle are Business & Professional Training. Managing In The Middle has a business audience.

About the host

Rajita Saxena; Vishal Sastri hosts Managing In The Middle, a business show with 5 episodes published.

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  • Episode #3

    Episode 3: People Management Uncut - We Asked, We Answered, We Survived!

    Jan 21, 202642 minS1

    <p>In Episode 3 of Managing in the Middle, we decided to put our own spin on the spoken parlour game of 20 Questions.</p><p>Yes, deductive reasoning and creativity from our experiences were in play, but our goal was...

  • Episode #4

    Episode 4: The Great AI Pivot - Enabling People, Managing Tech.

    Jan 16, 202658 minS1

    <p>In Episode 4 of Managing in the Middle, we sit down with the incredible Stephanie Conway (a seasoned Talent Executive and one of our personal Leadership GREATS!) to navigate the intersection of AI and People...

  • Episode #2

    Episode 2: Are You The Manager Your Team Needs?

    Nov 17, 20251 hourS1

    <p>We just dropped a new Managing In the Middle Episode with Christina Wong, and this conversation about team expectations hit differently ! </p><p><br></p><p>Whether you're a seasoned manager or just stepping into your...

  • Episode #1

    Episode 1 - The Evolving Role and Expectations of Managers

    Nov 14, 202550 minS1

    <p>Is People Management today the same as it was 10 years ago? Spoiler alert: absolutely not. </p><p>In this episode, we dive into how the manager's role has transformed and share our personal journeys through the...

  • Managing In The Middle

    Episode 0 - Managing in the Middle (Who, What, Why)

    Nov 14, 20257 minS1

    <p>WELCOME TO MANAGING IN THE MIDDLE! 🎙️Are you a middle manager feeling pulled in every direction? You're not alone. This podcast is designed specifically for leaders who are managing up, down, and across their...

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