The Unapologetic Professional

PRAISE FOR THE UNAPOLOGETIC PROFESSIONAL

“Brianna Doe gives voice to every ambitious soul who’s ever felt like they didn’t belong. The Unapologetic Professional is part manifesto, part mirror—packed with honest insights, practical tools, and the kind of vulnerable storytelling that makes you feel seen. A must-read for anyone building a career on their own terms.”
—ALINA VANDENBERGHE, Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Chili Piper

“In a time where the only constant for professionals is change, The Unapologetic Professional beautifully articulates how to embrace that change, and use it to continuously evolve into the most authentic version of yourself. Brianna writes against a truth that many professionals know—there comes a time when you can no longer contort yourself to fit into spaces that weren’t designed for you. In sharing how she successfully built a career that feels authentically her, Brianna offers a roadmap for anyone seeking a career that empowers, not diminishes, the life they want to live.”
—CARLY TAYLOR, Field CTO, Databricks

“Brianna has written the book I wish I’d had years ago. Her approach to redefining professionalism stopped me in my tracks, exposing how we’ve been conditioned to perform someone else’s version of ‘professional’ instead of showing up authentically. This isn’t surface-level career advice. Brianna forces you to examine whose rules you’re following and whether you’re building a career or just performing one.”
—SOPHIE MILLER, Founder, Pretty Little Marketer

“Brianna is the voice I wish I had at the beginning of my career. The Unapologetic Professional is your guide to building a career rooted in intention and impact, not just inertia or social pressure. It’s full of helpful frameworks and resources to find (or create) the work best suited for you, and it’s written from a place of genuine experience. If you’re looking to pivot, or haven’t quite found work that feels fulfilling and true to who you are, this is a must-read.”
—COLIN ROCKER, Founder and Creator, @careercolin

“I’ve battled crippling self-doubt throughout my career, as a professional and a founder. The Unapologetic Professional gave me renewed confidence and the tools to make progress. Brianna shares practical frameworks and powerful exercises to reframe fear, understand your ‘why,’ and redefine your relationship with work. Some mirrored what I’ve done with executive coaches, others were brand new and deeply impactful. Regardless of where you are in your professional life, this book will speak to you and help you evolve.”
—SEFUNMI OSINAIKE, Co-Founder, Co.Lab, Forbes 30 Under 30