‘Don’t be yourself’ in the workplace, actually, Columbia professor says. Here’s why authenticity is ‘overrated’

In the ongoing debate around balancing one’s personal and professional lives, Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic says “being yourself” isn’t a good enough leadership strategy.

May 30, 2026 - 22:00
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‘Don’t be yourself’ in the workplace, actually, Columbia professor says. Here’s why authenticity is ‘overrated’
In the ongoing debate around balancing one’s personal and professional lives, Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic says “being yourself” isn’t a good enough leadership strategy.

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