nWall Street Journal Bestseller nNext Big Idea Club selection―chosen by Malcolm Gladwell, Susan Cain, Dan Pink, and Adam Grant as one of the two most groundbreaking new nonfiction reads of the season n nA must-read that topples the idea that emotions dont belong in the workplace. n--Susan Cain, author of Quiet n nA hilarious guide to effectively expressing your emotions at the office, finding fulfillment, and defining work-life balance on your own terms. n nHow do you stop the office grouch from ruining your day? How do you enjoy a vacation without obsessing about the unanswered emails in your inbox? If youre a boss, what should you do when your new, eager hire wants to follow you on Instagram? n nThe modern workplace can be an emotional minefield, filled with confusing power structures and unwritten rules. Were expected to be authentic, but not too authentic. Professional, but not stiff. Friendly, but not an oversharer. Easier said than done n nAs both organizational consultants and regular people, we know what its like to experience uncomfortable emotions at work - everything from mild jealousy and insecurity to panic and rage. Ignoring or suppressing what you feel hurts your health and productivity -- but so does letting your emotions run wild. n nOur goal in this book is to teach you how to figure out which emotions to toss, which to keep to yourself, and which to express in order to be both happier and more effective. Well share some surprising new strategies, such as: n * Be selectively vulnerable Be honest about how you feel, but dont burden others with your deepest problems. n * Remember that your feelings arent facts What we say isnt always what we mean. In times of conflict and miscommunication, try to talk about your emotions without getting emotional. n * Be less passionate about your job Taking a chill pill can actually make you healthier and more focused. n nDrawing on what weve learned from behavioral economics, psychology, and our own experiences at countless organizations, well show you how to bring your best self (and your whole self) to work every day.n