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30 Jul 2026
17m

Modupe's Top 5 (#1): Why you should talk about your anxiety at work | Adam Whybrew

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TED Business

Vulnerability in the workplace serves as a critical catalyst for psychological safety and improved team performance. Adam Whybrew, a director at BCG, details his personal struggle with anxiety and depression, demonstrating that sharing these experiences openly dismantles the stigma surrounding mental health. By moving from private conversations to public advocacy, leaders can create environments where employees feel safe to seek help and be their authentic selves. Beyond individual advocacy, institutions must implement structured forums, such as Columbia Business School’s "CBS Matters," to normalize these discussions. These initiatives transform organizational culture by ensuring that vulnerability is a choice rather than a requirement, ultimately fostering deeper human connections and collective resilience in an increasingly automated professional landscape.

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