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Masters of Scale · May 2, 2026 · 00:40:00

The Devil Wears Prada workplace: Toxic or timeless?

Janice Min, Sarah Ball
Show Notes

Bob Safian hosts a Rapid Response episode exploring the business lessons from The Devil Wears Prada as the sequel hits theaters. He speaks with Janice Min, CEO of The Ankler, and Sarah Ball, editor-in-chief of WSJ Magazine, about how publishing, fashion, and power have evolved over 20 years. The conversation touches on what the film got right about ambition and the bosses that shape us, reveals shocking personal stories from the magazine industry, and examines why Miranda Priestly's management style wouldn't survive today.

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Highlights

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The Devil Wears Prada’s Enduring Business Lessons
The 20-year-old film still offers valuable insights about ambition, success, and the influence of bosses.
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Miranda Priestly’s Management Style Is Now Toxic
Miranda Priestly’s authoritative and abusive management style would not survive in today’s workplace.
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The Magazine Industry’s Power Shift
Power in publishing and fashion has shifted from gatekeepers to creators and audiences.
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Ambition vs. Personal Cost in Creative Fields
The film accurately captures the tension between professional ambition and personal fulfillment.
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