Synopsis:
Named one of the world’s leading experts in belonging, Dr. Beth Kaplan is sharing her insights on navigating the rapidly changing, modern workplace landscape. Her nonfiction book, Braving the Workplace: Belonging at the Breaking Point, combines groundbreaking research with engaging storytelling to offer a comprehensive guide for both employees and senior leaders to transform their work environments. Dr. Kaplan provides a clear, actionable framework to help individuals and organizations cultivate a sense of belonging at work while promoting mental health.
Belonging is fundamental to our humanity, and the profound consequences of failing to foster it are clear. Gallup reports that more than 80% of Americans are dissatisfied with the way things are going across the board – at work and beyond. Braving the Workplace offers a valuable roadmap for many, from individuals grappling with personal belonging issues to senior leaders tackling leadership challenges and driving inclusivity.
In this heartfelt and helpful book, Dr. Kaplan shares her personal journey of discovery, guiding readers through the importance of belonging in workplaces, while offering compassionate insights and practical wisdom. Braving the Workplace serves as both a mirror and a guide, helping readers recognize unhealthy work environments and providing them with the tools to make informed decisions about their professional and personal lives.
Praise for Braving the Workplace:
“Stop trying to fit in. You don’t have to mold yourself into something you’re not so that other people like you. It’s time to be who YOU are and go after what you want. Let this book be your guide to get you there.”
— Mel Robbins, bestselling author and host of The Mel Robbins Podcast
“It’s no wonder that Beth is the world’s leading expert on belonging. She is a true leader, and ‘Braving the Workplace’ will change your life. The world needs Beth’s message and she will transform the way you show up in your own life. Everyone needs to read this book, EVERYONE!”
— Chester Elton, bestselling author of The Carrot Principle
Author bio:
Dr. Beth Kaplan is a visionary thought leader, researcher, and keynote speaker who has redefined the intersection of belonging and leadership development. She empowers companies to enhance employee engagement and retention while significantly lowering turnover costs. Kaplan is a sought-after consultant and advisor for Fortune 500 companies, non-profits, government, and educational institutions. She is currently pioneering a groundbreaking belonging tool with the University of Pennsylvania designed to measure belonging and predict the propensity to thrive. Drawing from more than two decades of experience as a workplace executive and extensive research on belonging and workplace trauma, Kaplan distilled her expertise into her debut book Braving the Workplace: Belonging at the Breaking Point. Dr. Kaplan holds an M.S.Ed and Ed.D in learning and leadership strategy from The University of Pennsylvania. She currently lives in Bucks County, Pennsylvania with her husband and two sons. To learn more, please visit DrBethKaplan.com.
Purchase links:
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About the Book
Title: Braving the Workplace: Belonging at the Breaking Point
Author: Dr. Beth Kaplan
Release Date: March 4, 2025
Publisher: Mango Publishing
Price: $32.99 USD (hardcover)
ISBN: 978-1684816958 (hardcover)
Pages: 244
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