The Art of Being Human at Work

“This must-read book for all leaders and aspiring leaders will show you how to learn from your difficult emotions and most challenging life experiences. With clear examples and powerful reflection prompts, Allison Schultz proves that the fearless willingness to engage in radical self-inquiry is the ONLY way to become an authentic leader.”

"Compiling over ten years of coaching expertise and a lifetime’s worth of wisdom, Alison Schultz’s The Art of Being Human at Work provides a guide for managers, and all of us really, to bring our heart and our humanity into the workplace, creating the possibility for a more compassionate and awakened sense of being at work.”

“In The Art of Being Human at Work, Allison Schultz provides a challenge to any would-be leader, namely: we can take a person, or a project, only as far as we have traveled ourselves. Accordingly, identifying, listening, examining, confronting, dialoging with the plethora of voices within laying claim to our choices is the first step toward responsible leadership and legitimate authority over others. Schultz’s work is helpful to each of us in this summons to accountability.”

“In my work with patients, I've often seen how hiding our true selves can lead to chronic stress, burnout, and a range of physical ailments. The Art of Being Human at Work offers a holistic approach to leadership, emphasizing the importance of self-care, mindfulness, and embodiment. Allison Schultz's wisdom and experience will guide you in creating a workplace where individuals feel seen, heard, and valued, ultimately leading to greater fulfillment and success for all. This is a must-read for every professional who wants to bring more compassion and authenticity into their daily work.”

“Entrepreneurship has high-highs, low-lows, and everything in between. It's a rollercoaster ride for one's heart. These essays normalize the human experience every entrepreneur faces. Reboot's impact in entrepreneur's lives over the past decade--with podcasts and free content that speaks right to the heart of the matter--is always timely and an essential accompaniment for the leader's journey.”

"Ali Schultz's understanding of the complex psychology of entrepreneurs is truly remarkable. I'm not sure if anyone has thought more deeply about the intricate psychological landscape that entrepreneurs and their leadership teams navigate. This book is a testament to her exceptional ability to connect with and understand entrepreneurs on their journey. Open any page, and you will quickly feel recognized, understood and skillfully guided towards wiser life choices by Ali. This book is an incredible gift to those who believe better humans make better leaders."

“If you've ever spent much time talking to Ali Schultz, you know that she just gets things on a level that few others do. These essays, like Ali, are deep and soulful and poetic. I frequently say to my clients, "this would all be a lot easier if you didn't care!" This book is a valuable map for leaders who do care, who want to go beyond "business as usual" and engage with what it means to be human (and humane) at work--with all the joy and pain that brings.”

“Right away, you get the sense that being more yourself and being a great leader is the same endeavor. Through provocative chapter headings, quotes that make you pause and close your eyes, and questions that pull at you to answer them, Ali helps you "know thyself" and find the leader you want to be already inside yourself.”

"Being able to connect with yourself, your teams and your soul at work is literally life-sustaining. Ali elevates any sense of the grind with meaningful strategies for inspired leadership. This book serves as your compassionate companion, empowering you to transform and nurture your inner worker from the ground up."

“In this collection of smart essays - sprinkled with important questions to get you reflecting and scribbling - Ali takes us on a journey of exploration and self-discovery towards being more human at work. She’s there as our honest guide, inviting us to figure out not only who we are as leaders, but who we are as humans. Showing up in the fullness of our lives, finding the courage we need and laying a foundation of trust with others, this book is an essential compass for personal growth and development.”

"The Art of Being Human at Work gently reminds me that we're always in the never-quite-figured-out messiness in between order and mystery, in between the safety of what we know and the potential of what could be. Yet, that's where growth happens, as long as we never stop the radical self-inquiry that helps us get to know and accept ourselves, helping us be more human and more ourselves at work and in life."

“This book is a "go to and come back to" time and time again for anyone who leads people and organizations. We lead others by firstly leading ourselves. I can't think of a more important time to have this book in your resources, with the arrival of AI into our working world, the need to integrate our humanity with technology is the only differentiator and will make the difference in the years to come. Ali Schultz is an incredible teacher and the wisdom contained in this book will serve anyone who reads it"

"As a co-founder of Reboot, Ali Schultz has spent a decade on the front lines of leadership development. This wonderfully well-written book is a collection of reports from the front, all of them exploring “the art of being human at work.” The reports are brief but packed with insight, each of them worthy of taking time for deep reflection. If you are looking for leadership literature that goes beyond tips, tricks and techniques to speak to the heart of the matter, this gem of a book will serve you well."

“The Art of Being Human at Work” is a delightful, poignant, wise, spiritual friend. Allison invites us through urgent questioning to move from the superficial into what is tangling us up. What she calls radical inquiry is the essential, often uncomfortable, transformative process of facing one’s own shadows, building community with others, to become who we already are. Get this book for yourself and your team!”

"We are shaped by stories. In The Art of Being Human at Work, Allison Schultz gives us tools to understand the stories we carry and questions that lead us toward fulfillment. Both curious and kind, it approaches work as an invitation to be connected—to our communities and ourselves."

“This book is for everyone who wants to become a better leader and a better person. People at all ages and stages of life will benefit from reading this book. The specific stories and essays organized into key leadership themes makes this book unique and practical. Allison integrates numerous quotes and resources that add even more value to her content. I will buy this book for my coaching clients at all levels. Since there is no finish line for “the art of being human,” this is a book that is timeless. The shelf life has no expiration date.”

“In these pages you will find yourself reading raw relatability with the rhythm of poetry and the pull of your favorite novel. Allison has compiled for us a collection of windows into understanding what it is to be a leader. This can be read from cover to cover or simply open to any page; inevitably you will find yourself less alone and with practical prompts to reflect on.”

“What a gift to be reminded that the work of being a leader cannot be collapsed into checklists and strategies, but rather involves our hearts and souls–the expansive wholeness of who we are. Ali’s collection of essays invites the reader to go on a journey of uncovering one’s fierce and tender self through incisive questions and deep-time wisdom.”

"I am deeply grateful for Ali Schultz's "The Art of Being Human at Work," a collection of essays that has profoundly enriched my journaling practice. Each essay is a powerful prompt for introspection, guiding one toward greater self-awareness and authenticity in one leadership journey. I recommend this book to anyone committed to personal development and supporting the growth of others, as this is the way for emerging leaders."