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"Be Yourself At Work" - S3E44 - Claude Silver - Chief Heart Officer
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- Lassoing Leadership
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- Jun 2, 2026
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- 2318
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Summary
Episode Summary In this episode of Lassoing Leadership , Jason and Garth sit down with Claude Silver, Chief Heart Officer at VaynerMedia and author of Be Yourself at Work . Claude has built her career around a simple but powerful belief: workplaces perform better when leaders focus on the humans first. Throughout the conversation, Claude shares what it means to lead with vulnerability, why emotional intelligence is becoming a core leadership skill, and how leaders can create cultures where people feel seen, supported, and empowered to do their best work. The discussion also explores neurodiversity in the workplace, practical ways leaders can listen more intentionally, and why creating psychological safety isn’t just compassionate — it’s a competitive advantage. If leadership is about influence, Claude reminds us that the most powerful influence often comes from authenticity, empathy, and courage. Key Take Aways: Why vulnerability is a leadership strength, not a weakness How to infuse empathy into workplace culture Supporting neurodiversity and different ways of thinking at work Creating authentic, human-centered leadership environments Practical strategies for listening, connecting, and leading people well Vulnerability builds trust. The best leaders are willing to be human. When leaders show vulnerability, they create space for others to do the same. Empathy drives performance. A culture of care and emotional awareness leads to stronger engagement, retention, and results. Listen for patterns, not just problems. Great leaders listen deeply and notice recurring themes in what their teams are saying. Neurodiversity requires intention. Supporting different ways of thinking means creating systems, tools, and spaces where everyone can thrive. Leaders shape the emotional ton…