A powerful, timely, and inspiring guide for embracing your most authentic (and effective) self at work-and why it matters--from the first-ever Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX. Featuring a foreword by Gary VaynerchukIn a world obsessed with perfection, where workplaces prioritize efficiency over humanity, Claude Silver introduces a new language to deal with the "messiness" of being human at work-by embracing the power of showing up as your true self.
No matter our role, seniority, or generation, we all want to feel valued. We crave trust, respect, belonging, and meaning. When we show up as our true selves-without the exhausting pretense-we unlock energy to thrive, connect, and perform at our best. It's not just liberating; it's the key to breaking the myth of "fitting in, " building dynamic teams and achieving success that's fulfilling and sustainable.
Through her experience as VaynerX's Chief Heart Officer, Silver offers a compelling vision for how authenticity and connection transform leadership, ignite innovation, and elevate workplace culture. Silver draws on research and thousands of hours of direct experience-listening, coaching, testing, team-building, and speaking-and introduces a new framework based on three pillars: emotional optimism, emotional bravery, and emotional efficiency.
Be Yourself at Work provides actionable insights, relatable stories, and a practical roadmap to navigate a workplace where the old models are failing In an era where technology evolves faster than we can imagine, humanity is our greatest asset. Authentic presence is the currency of the future-a game-changer for individuals and organizations alike.