In today’s workplace, being yourself isn’t enough. You also have to know how and when to show up.

In this episode of Beyond Day One, David, Phillip, Ryan, and Gen Z John wrap up their multi-week conversation on professionalism, authenticity, and reading the room. These aren’t separate skills. They’re connected, and together they shape how others experience you at work.

You’ll learn:
-Why professionalism is about impact, not image
-How authenticity can cross into oversharing if you’re not careful
-What “situational awareness” really means in workplace conversations
-How the 10-Second Scan can help you read the room before you speak
-Practical ways to recover when you miss the moment
-Why seeking feedback is a career accelerator, not a weakness

If you’re a Gen Z professional, an emerging leader, or someone who manages Gen Z talent, this episode will help you show up with confidence, discretion, and self-awareness.

Timestamps
00:00 – Welcome and why professionalism, authenticity, and awareness belong together
01:40 – Situational awareness and reading the room at work
03:30 – Authenticity does not mean unfiltered
05:20 – Oversharing vs. professionalism
07:00 – When authenticity goes wrong (real-life example)
09:20 – The 10-Second Scan explained
10:40 – Know yourself: strengths, weaknesses, and self-awareness
12:10 – Pause before reacting and phrasing thoughts as questions
13:30 – Asking for feedback as a professional advantage
14:30 – Final takeaway and wrap-up

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