Smart,
NOT LOUD
How to Get Noticed at Work
For All the Right Reasons
🌎 Available worldwide July 9
FEATURED IN
Do you feel invisible at work?
Drowned out by the sea of loud voices around you? Like you need to change who you are just to be heard?
Do you feel invisible at work?
Drowned out by the sea of loud voices around you?
Like you need to change who you are just to be heard?
In "Smart, Not Loud," Jessica Chen empowers those raised with “Quiet Culture” traits — where deference, humility, harmony, and dogged hard work are praised — get noticed without being loud, aggressive or boastful.
PRE-ORDER NOW & GET BONUS GIFTS!
STEP 1: Buy the Book
By getting the book, you will gain access to the necessary tools to help you communicate with confidence. Once you order, fill out your email in Step 2.
Domestic | USA | Canada Orders
$30.00
Pre-order from: Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books A Million, Bookshop.org, Hudson Booksellers, Powell’s, Target, Walmart
🌎 International Orders
Pre-order here.
For bulk order discounts, click here.
STEP 2: Get the Freebies!
As a token of my appreciation, I’ve put together a series of exclusive events + bonuses just for you (valued at $149 USD!)
To access your free bonuses, re-enter your details below.
praise for "smart, not loud"
“Jessica Chen’s book weaves her own experiences with that of others to create a narrative that is completely relatable. Her clear frameworks support personal growth as soon as applied. This is an indispensable resource for anyone looking to amplify their voice without losing what makes them unique.”
Angela Cheng-Cimini
SVP, Talent & CHRO, Harvard Business Publishing
“This masterpiece of a book is chock-full of powerful ideas for communicating your VALUE in a persuasive and compelling manner. As a lifelong student of communication and persuasion, I believe this is one of the very best books on this topic I’ve ever read. A must read for anyone and everyone in business today!”
Bob Burg
coauthor of The Go-Giver
“This book truly resonates with those from Quiet Cultures, offering relatable examples and practical tips that will have you nodding in recognition and laughing at the shared experiences. With her accessible writing style, Chen provides valuable insights and guidance.”
Lung Nien Lee
Chairman, Citi Private Bank, South Asia
“Smart, Not Loud powerfully reminds us that we don’t need to change who we are to get the recognition and rewards we deserve—we just need to sharpen some of our communication skills. And Jessica Chen will show you how with expert advice and clarifying examples. Though I was raised in a Quiet Culture, I now know how to thrive in a Loud one.”
Therese Huston
Faculty Development Consultant at Seattle University and author of Let’s Talk
“If you’ve struggled to be heard in the workplace, thought your work would speak for itself, or refrained from voicing your opinion because you didn’t want to rock the boat, Smart, Not Loud will teach you that even the quietest among us can wield power in an astute, strategic way.”
Laura Huang
author of Edge: Turning Adversity into Advantage
“Smart, Not Loud sends a clear message: being good at talking to people isn’t just about whether you’re shy or outgoing. It’s about how our backgrounds shape the way we act and talk at work. This book is great for anyone who wants to get better at understanding their quiet coworkers, and helps those who are naturally quiet find ways to speak up and stand up for themselves effectively. This is a must-read for anyone looking to make their mark in today’s diverse workplaces.”
Matt Abrahams
lecturer at Stanford’s Graduate School of Business, author of Think Faster, Talk Smarter, and host of Think Fast, Talk Smart: The Podcast
“Smart, Not Loud offers a clear diagnosis as to why so many talented people feel unseen and undervalued at work. Chen not only empathizes with those raised with ‘quiet culture traits,’ she lives it as well. An essential read for anyone looking for practical ways to accelerate their career.”
Elaine Lin Hering
author of Unlearning Silence
“Smart, Not Loud provides thoughtful strategies for sharing your work with pride, especially when that might be foreign to what you were taught. It’s not about adopting a brand-new personality; it’s about shining and becoming visible at work with all the wonderful things you already have.”
Meredith Fineman
author of Brag Better, speaker, and entrepreneur
“A master guide for how to thrive at work. Chen shows us the way to be heard without having to be loud.”
Vanessa Van Edwards
national bestselling author of Cues and Captivate
“A helpful, step-by-step blueprint to becoming a confident communicator, a strong self-advocate, and getting the attention you deserve–all while staying true to yourself. Perfect for anyone who has been told they’re ‘too quiet’ in the workplace.”
Ximena Vengoechea
Author of Listen Like You Mean It and Rest Easy
Are you tired of feeling overshadowed at work?
Like your contributions aren’t as valued and appreciated as the “loud person” in the room?
This is one of the most frustrating feelings because while you know you work hard, it feels like others don’t notice it or appreciate it at all.
THE RESULT?
You get passed-over for the best opportunities and promotions at work.
Truth is, there is a “Quiet Culture” vs “Loud Culture” paradox at work.
For a group of us, we gravitate towards “Quiet Culture” traits.
We tend to be humble, have deference, put our head down, and avoid conflict.
But on the flipside, we see the workplace rewards those who exhibit “Loud Culture” traits, such as the ability to confidently talk about your wins and speak up in meetings.
This paradox causes a tremendous amount of friction. What do we do? What do we say?
Because let’s be honest:
It’s not about changing who we are. It’s about EXPANDING what comes naturally to us so it helps us.
It’s why in the book you’ll learn how to:
Reframe how you engage with others, how you communicate, how you handle wins, and how you manage conflict.
Overcome the Quiet Culture Bias of how others perceive you and your “quiet” traits.
Build a powerful career brand so you become top of mind for the best opportunities.
Build credibility in front of all people, so others trust and respect your expertise.
Advocate for yourself, including asking for what you want, following up, and saying no with tact.
Find the right words to say so you chime in strategically in meetings and present with impact.
“Smart, Not Loud” is a step-by-step guide that’s anchored in communication skills so you get noticed for all the right reasons.
“Smart, Not Loud” is a step-by-step guide that’s anchored in communication skills so you get noticed for all the right reasons.
Hi! I’m Jessica Chen
I wrote this book because I was raised with “Quiet Culture” traits, but once I entered the workplace, I felt completely stuck.
As a television journalist, I was surrounded by loud, dominate, and extroverted colleagues and it was difficult for me to get the visibility and recognition I felt like I deserved.
This book is the definitive roadmap where I unveil How I learned to advocate for myself, present with confidence and get noticed in a way that feels right.
This book is the definitive roadmap where I unveil how I learned to advocate for myself, present with impact, and get noticed in a way that feels right.
I have since won an Emmy-Award, multiple Associated Press Awards, and have taught over 2 million people how to communicate with confidence.
Inside the book, you’ll find all the tools, strategies and frameworks to accelerate your career growth. If you resonate with “Quiet Culture” traits, this book is for you.
I am so excited for you to dive in!
WARMLY,
Jessica Chen
PRE-ORDER NOW & GET BONUS GIFTS!
STEP 1: Buy the Book
By getting the book, you will gain access to the necessary tools to help you communicate with confidence. Once you order, fill out your email in Step 2.
Domestic/USA/Canada Orders
$30.00
Pre-order from: Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books A Million, Bookshop.org, Hudson Booksellers, Powell’s, Target, Walmart
🌎 International Orders
Pre-order here.
For bulk orders discounts, click here.
STEP 2: Get the Freebies!
As a token of my appreciation, I’ve put together a series of exclusive events + bonuses just for you (valued at $149 USD!)
To access your free bonuses, re-enter your details below.