We’ve obviously discussed in-depth some real horror stories in this book from my time in New York and The Netherlands, as well as some of the people we featured. I also wanted to share with you an example of a company that’s really doing it right – because not all companies are bad! In fact, … Read More!

Sensitivity Is a Superpower That Sparks Change “You’ve been through the ringer,” I said to Rachel. “Tell me about your path of navigating these toxic workplaces and how you got through it all.” “I’m neurodivergent, and one way that manifests is in being highly sensitive and highly perceptive,” Rachel said, “physically, emotionally, and energetically. Traits … Read More!

Chirona Rose Silverstein’s career journey has been one of resilience, self-discovery, and advocacy. Their experiences at Intel, spanning various roles from technical program management to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) work, highlight the complexities and dysfunctions of navigating corporate environments while staying true to your identity. In this eye-opening interview, Chirona shares their insights on … Read More!

I first met Kat Sweeney through the Changing Work community, a wonderful group based on improving and elevating the current atrocious state of work. She mentioned that she has a very intense work experience to share, and what she went through is perfect for this book – showing that dysfunction exists in so many different … Read More!

I first came across the powerful workplace advocate and coach Nicholas Whitaker through our mutual connection Dr. Doreen Downing. Nicholas is a Co-founder of Changing Work, a community based on improving and elevating the current atrocious state of work (learn more at changingwork.org). What he’s going to share with us is incredibly deep and moving. … Read More!