Staying True to You (Ebook)

How to Succeed Without Losing Your Way

Dr. Patricia Faison Hewlin

A unique roadmap to finding freedom from the pressures of expectation in modern working life

A wise and profoundly human guide that provides a roadmap to honouring your values, strengthening your relationships and finding a sustainable sense of wholeness at work and beyond' AMY EDMONDSON, author of Right Kind of Wrong

'A powerful framework for navigating between belonging and self-expression with clarity and integrity' HERMINIA IBARRA, author of Act Like a Leader, Think Like a Leader

'Just be yourself'. It sounds so simple, doesn't it? But all too often, we find ourselves caught between trying to 'fit in' or 'stand out' - hiding our true thoughts for the sake of belonging, or over-acting just to get noticed. Both extremes leave us exhausted and disconnected.

In this paradigm-shifting book, behavioural scientist Patricia Hewlin reveals a better, more fulfilling way to navigate the pressures of our working lives. This is the middle self: a flexible framework for showing up with confidence, resilience and integrity no matter the situation. Drawing on decades of research, this break-through method will help you to make intentional choices, build stronger relationships and achieve your ambitions - while staying true to you.

Publication date: August 27, 2026

£11.99

ISBN: 9781805221463

ISBN 10 / ASIN: B0G4DYRJKB

Imprint: Profile Books

Subject: Business & Management, Current Affairs, Politics & Economics, Self Help & Advice

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How to Succeed Without Losing Your Way

Dr. Patricia Faison Hewlin

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A unique roadmap to finding freedom from the pressures of expectation in modern working life

A wise and profoundly human guide that provides a roadmap to honouring your values, strengthening your relationships and finding a sustainable sense of wholeness at work and beyond' AMY EDMONDSON, author of Right Kind of Wrong

'A powerful framework for navigating between belonging and self-expression with clarity and integrity' HERMINIA IBARRA, author of Act Like a Leader, Think Like a Leader

'Just be yourself'. It sounds so simple, doesn't it? But all too often, we find ourselves caught between trying to 'fit in' or 'stand out' - hiding our true thoughts for the sake of belonging, or over-acting just to get noticed. Both extremes leave us exhausted and disconnected.

In this paradigm-shifting book, behavioural scientist Patricia Hewlin reveals a better, more fulfilling way to navigate the pressures of our working lives. This is the middle self: a flexible framework for showing up with confidence, resilience and integrity no matter the situation. Drawing on decades of research, this break-through method will help you to make intentional choices, build stronger relationships and achieve your ambitions - while staying true to you.

Publication date: August 27, 2026

£24.99

ISBN: 9781806490462

Imprint: Profile Books

Subject: Business & Management, Current Affairs, Politics & Economics, Self Help & Advice

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Staying True to You (Paperback)

How to Succeed Without Losing Your Way

Dr. Patricia Faison Hewlin

A unique roadmap to finding freedom from the pressures of expectation in modern working life

A wise and profoundly human guide that provides a roadmap to honouring your values, strengthening your relationships and finding a sustainable sense of wholeness at work and beyond' AMY EDMONDSON, author of Right Kind of Wrong

'A powerful framework for navigating between belonging and self-expression with clarity and integrity' HERMINIA IBARRA, author of Act Like a Leader, Think Like a Leader

'Just be yourself'. It sounds so simple, doesn't it? But all too often, we find ourselves caught between trying to 'fit in' or 'stand out' - hiding our true thoughts for the sake of belonging, or over-acting just to get noticed. Both extremes leave us exhausted and disconnected.

In this paradigm-shifting book, behavioural scientist Patricia Hewlin reveals a better, more fulfilling way to navigate the pressures of our working lives. This is the middle self: a flexible framework for showing up with confidence, resilience and integrity no matter the situation. Drawing on decades of research, this break-through method will help you to make intentional choices, build stronger relationships and achieve your ambitions - while staying true to you.

Publication date: August 27, 2026

£14.99

ISBN: 9781805221449

Imprint: Profile Books

Subject: Business & Management, Current Affairs, Politics & Economics, Self Help & Advice

Reviews for Staying True to You

'A wise and timely exploration of what it really means to stay true to yourself. Patricia Hewlin moves beyond simplistic notions of authenticity and offers a powerful framework for navigating the tension between belonging and self-expression with clarity and integrity'

Herminia Ibarra, author of Act Like a Leader, Think Like a Leader 

'A revealing look at how we can stop putting on facades and start living by our principles. Patricia Hewlin is one of the world's foremost experts on authenticity, and in this book she shares powerful evidence and practical advice on balancing our desires for freedom and community'

Adam Grant, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of Hidden Potential and Think Again 

'A wise and profoundly human guide to resolving the very real tensions between authenticity and conformity that so many of us feel. Drawing on rigorous scholarship and vivid stories from work and everyday life, Pat Hewlin offers a compelling, practical framework-the Middle Self-that provides a roadmap to honouring your values, strengthening your relationships, and finding a sustainable sense of wholeness at work and beyond'

Amy C. Edmondson, Novartis Professor of Leadership and Management, Harvard Business School and author of Right Kind of Wrong 

'Staying True to You is mind-expanding in the most meaningful way. Dr Hewlin's 'middle self' offers a breakthrough framework for navigating the complexities of modern life. With fascinating research, compelling stories, and actionable insights, this is essential reading for anyone seeking clarity and alignment in their lives and careers'

Dolly Chugh, NYU Stern Professor and author of The Person You Mean to Be 

'In STAYING TRUE TO YOU, Patricia Hewlin offers evidence-based guidance for navigating the tension between your competing desires to be authentic and to fit in. This wise, practical book will help you find your path with integrity and confidence'

Katy Milkman, Wharton Professor and bestselling author of How to Change 

'We learn early in life that hiding parts of ourselves keeps us safe, and this habit follows us into our workplaces and relationships. Hewlin shows how to break that pattern and live more authentically without losing the people who matter. A welcome corrective to the usual advice'

Judson Brewer, New York Times-bestselling author of Unwinding Anxiety 

'For anyone who feels disconnected from who they are, especially in the workplace, Dr. Hewlin compassionately teaches us how to manage the daily balancing act while staying true to ourselves...this book helps readers find the hidden realm of 'accessible authenticity''

Dr. Ramani Durvasula, New York Times-bestselling author of It's Not You 

'The words 'authenticity' and 'conformity' get thrown around so often it's hard to know what they even mean anymore. This book sets the record straight. A much-needed guide on coming to know yourself, leading with your values, and being effective across different settings. I highly recommend it'

Brad Stulberg, author of Peak Performance and The Practice of Groundedness 

'In detailing the delicate balance between conformity and authenticity, Pat Hewlin had found the perfect middle between science and story, experiments and experience. And by identifying the inarticulable dilemmas we face daily, Staying True to You offers transformative insights and mindful pathways towards greater self-clarity and more rewarding connections. This captivating book has changed the way I teach, I lead, I live'

Adam Galinsky, author of Friend & Foe