Giselle Sandy-Phillips’s Thriving in the Modern Workplace is a guidebook written straight to and for Gen Z professionals trying to find their footing in a constantly shifting job market. It’s part handbook, part pep talk, and part mirror for a generation raised online but forced to work within systems built before them. The book mixes structured lessons on communication, adaptability, and self-assessment with moments of warmth, humor, and raw honesty. It moves fluidly between coaching and storytelling, showing how to navigate everything from hybrid work models to mental health struggles, while still pushing readers to define success on their own terms.

What I loved most was how personal and conversational the writing felt. It doesn’t preach, it talks to you like a friend who’s figured a few things out and wants you to avoid her mistakes. The tone is direct and modern, full of personality yet surprisingly practical. Sandy-Phillips knows how Gen Z thinks and what they value, and she meets them where they are. The self-assessments are smart additions, turning the book into an interactive experience rather than just something to read passively. I found myself nodding along, sometimes laughing, sometimes pausing to think about how deeply this generation is shaped by chaos and connection at the same time. The balance of empathy and blunt advice worked well, it felt relatable and grounded, never performative.

The book feels like it’s both a therapist and a career coach. There were sections that revisited ideas or leaned into slogans that read more like social media captions. The sincerity always shines through. What really works is how Sandy-Phillips captures the anxiety and ambition of being young in a world that never stops moving. She never blames or patronizes; instead, she guides you toward finding rhythm in the noise. That’s what makes this book feel alive. It reflects the messiness of real growth, not a polished version of it.

I’d recommend Thriving in the Modern Workplace to anyone in their late teens or twenties who’s unsure how to start, or restart, their career without losing themselves in the process. It’s especially good for students, new graduates, and even mid-level professionals who need a reset. It’s not just about jobs; it’s about identity, purpose, and peace of mind. If you’re the type of person who wants to build a life that works for you and not just through you, this book is worth your time. It won’t hand you answers, but it’ll help you ask better questions, and that’s what thriving really looks like.

Pages: 212 | ASIN : B0FSVXNXJ4