The Hard at Work Podcast

Hard at Work is the podcast that says the quiet part out loud about outdated workplace culture—and helps you stop shaping yourself to fit a mold that was never made for you. Hosted by executive coach Ellen Whitlock Baker, each episode offers real talk and practical strategies to help you set boundaries, show up in the safest way, and reclaim your power at work. Whether you’re burned out, fed up, or ready to lead differently, this is your space to challenge norms and build something better.

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Hard at Work Episode 1: Welcome to Hard at Work
Ellen Whitlock Baker Ellen Whitlock Baker

Hard at Work Episode 1: Welcome to Hard at Work

In Episode 1 of Hard at Work, Ellen Whitlock Baker shares why she created the podcast, her journey through burnout and toxic workplaces, and what listeners can expect. If you're ready to challenge outdated norms and work in healthier ways, this is where it starts.

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The Hard at Work Podcast Preview
Ellen Whitlock Baker Ellen Whitlock Baker

The Hard at Work Podcast Preview

I’m Ellen Whitlock Baker, and I’m a 20 year survivor of many different workplaces, from the good to the bad to the ugly.

I created the Hard at Work podcast to help you navigate…and maybe even update… the workplace, which wasn’t made for most of us. Hard at Work is the show for people who are ready to challenge workplace norms, advocate for themselves and others, and create a more equitable, healthier work culture.

Listen here for a preview of my first season, coming May 12, 2025.

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