Hi, I’m ClaudeSpeaker. Writer. Mentor. Optimist.
I’m on a mission to spark optimism, bravery, and heart-centered leadership at work today.
Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX.
I believe that our authenticity–our humanity–isn’t unprofessional—it’s our superpower.
“A bold and necessary playbook for anyone trying to navigate the workplace without losing themselves in the process.” –Gary Vaynerchuk, Chairman and CEO of VaynerX
BE YOURSELF AT WORK is the groundbreaking guide to showing up authentically, standing out meaningfully, and leading from the heart.
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If you’ve ever wondered whether work could feel more human, energizing, and more you - this is your roadmap.
Available October 2025 - Foreword by Gary Vaynerchuk
“If you care about people, if you care about impact, read this book.” -Jillian Turecki, New York Times bestselling author of IT BEGINS WITH YOU
“The framework for bringing out the greatness inside all of us!!!” -Ann Rhoades, President of Peopleink and former EVP, CHRO, JetBlue and Southwest Airlines
“A powerful roadmap for building workplaces rooted in hospitality, where people feel seen, valued, and loved- not in spite of who they are, but because of it.” -Will Guidara, author of UNREASONABLE HOSPITALITY
“A must-read for rising leaders, HR pros, entrepreneurs, and CEOs alike.” -Farnoosh Torabi, bestselling author and Webby-winning host of So Money
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