Workplace expert: Stop trying to be 'cool' at work — focus on credibility and connections instead
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Megan Sauer
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Summary
Workplace expert Henna Pryor advises professionals to stop trying to appear "cool" at work and instead focus on building credibility, connections, and adding value. She emphasizes that career success depends on leveraging personal enthusiasm and natural strengths rather than managing others' perceptions. Practical steps include taking notes in meetings, helping colleagues, and honing skills and relationships.
Key quotes
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Your own personal map for career success is heavily dependent on the areas that you're enthusiastic about, on the natural strengths that you have
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