Just be yourself right? We're complex people. Professionally we're recent graduates
employees star performers and first-time managers. But we're also best friends devoted
family members sports fans pet parents social justice activists or any other combination of
these and other traits. How much of ourselves-from cultural self-expression to thinking style
and beliefs to gender identity-should we bring to the workplace? Authenticity Identity and
Being Yourself at Work is filled with practical advice from HBR experts who can help you answer
this and other questions like: What does authenticity really mean at work? How do I disclose
personal information without oversharing? In what ways can I overcome feelings of imposter
syndrome? What should I do when who I am conflicts with those around me? This book will help
you figure out how much of you to bring to work so that you feel more comfortable and confident
in who you are and what you're bringing to your career. Rise faster with quick reads real-life
stories and expert advice. The HBR Work Smart Series features the topics that matter to you
most in your early career including being yourself at work collaborating with (sometimes
difficult) colleagues and bosses managing your mental health and weighing major job
decisions. Each title includes chapter recaps and links to video audio and more. The HBR Work
Smart Series books are your practical guides to stepping into your professional life and moving
forward with confidence.
