I Cry At Work—and Am A Better Leader For It. Here’s Why It’s Ok To Let The Tears Flow

Amanda Shapiro, Fast Company
Thu, 05/30/2024 - 4:00am

This ad agency exec used to hate the waterworks but now embraces her emotions, which she says have strengthened her relations with employees and clients. I’ve always been a crier—when I’m sad, when I’m happy, when I’m frustrated: tears. So, you can imagine my struggle as I entered corporate America. Waterworks and vulnerability aren’t exactly welcomed in the workforce.

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