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On this page, you’ll find a selection of Henna Pryor’s ‘In the Press’ moments, including TV appearances, print media, and podcast interviews. Interested in speaking to Henna for your media outlet? Please reach out!

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Inc. Magazine column: The Awk-word

Henna is thrilled to be an Expert Columnist for Inc. Magazine!

Check out these quick-read articles for action-packed and sometimes-provocative ideas to build stronger culture, smarter leadership, and braver communication at work.

The Awk word

TV Appearances

A selection of TV interviews from across the country.

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NBC News (National Broadcast)

Turning Cringe into Connection

Henna Pryor joins Morgan Radford and Vicky Nguyen on NBC News Daily at Rockefeller Center in NYC to talk about how to turn cringe into connection and how to embrace the Good Awkward.

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NBC News Daily (National Broadcast)

What does it mean to be Good Awkward?

Henna Pryor joins Kate Snow on NBC News Daily at Rockefeller Center in NYC to talk about how to embrace the Good Awkward and rebuild our social muscle strength.

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Fox 5 Atlanta

Author Henna Pryor on embracing 'Awkward'

Author Henna Pryor says awkwardness isn’t a weakness to fix. Instead, it’s your greatest asset for personal and professional growth. She sits down with Alyse Eady to talk about the power of ‘Good Awkward.’

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ABC 15 Arizona

So awkward!! How to embrace moments in cringe worthy moments gracefully

Henna teaches us how to handle cringey moments with ease and push forward through even the most awkward conversations.

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FOX 4 Kansas City

Henna Pryor Teaches Us to Embrace Being Awkward

Life is full of awkward moments but executive coach and motivational speaker Henna Pryor reminds us that’s okay.

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PIX 11 NY

Tips on how to ask for a promotion or raise

Workplace performance expert Henna Pryor joins PIX11 to give tips on how to negotiate for a promotion at your workplace.

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NBC 5 DFW: Texas Today

The benefits of embracing embarrassment

Author and keynote speaker, Henna Pryor, shows us how to embrace awkward moments.

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PIX 11 NY

How to be Good Awkward

Henna Pryor, a nationally-recognized workplace performance expert and 2x TEDx speaker, has debuted  a new book called “Good Awkward: How to Embrace the Embarrassing and Celebrate the Cringe to Become the Bravest You.”

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CBS 5 Phoenix: AZ Family

Surviving Awkward Situations at Work

Henna Pryor, a workplace performance expert and 2x TEDx speaker, discusses themes of awkward workplace conversations from her new book called “Good Awkward: How to Embrace the Embarrassing and Celebrate the Cringe to Become the Bravest You.” Named a Kirkus Reviews’ Best Book of 2023!

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FOX 5 DC

Good Day DC

As we move through the new year, many people have resolutions to move up the corporate ladder — whether that be through a promotion, a raise, or a new job, but those goals require some uncomfortable conversations. Workplace expert Henna Pryor is helping people overcome those fears and dive into bold conversations with her pioneering new book.

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FOX 13 UTAH

How to prepare for an awkward conversation with your boss

Henna Pryor is a Workplace Performance Expert, a CEO and the author of “Good Awkward”.

She has spent 14 years in executive staffing and joined us with simple steps to ensure a professional conversation with your superior.

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Chicago Morning News

Author and Speaker Henna Pryor on the Good Awkward WGN9 Chicago – Chicago’s Very Own, Morning Hour

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ABC 27 PA

Henna Pryor: Author Spotlight

Author Henna Pryor says that awkwardness isn’t a weakness to fix, it’s actually your greatest asset for growth. In her new book “Good Awkward” she shares how to turn your cringeworthy moments into opportunities.

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CBS Mornings

Henna Pryor on CBS Mornings - May 2, 2025 - "Never Too Late"

Henna Pryor joins Reed Cowan on CBS Mornings to discuss how it’s Never Too Late to become visible at work and build new relationships. Think it’s too late to make a change, even if you’ve been head down and hidden? You won’t want to miss these tips.

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Good Day Philadelphia

Henna Pryor, Workplace Performance Expert and 2x TEDx speaker, joins Mike and Alex on Good Day Philadelphia to discuss concepts from her new book: “Good Awkward: How to Embrace the Embarrassing and Celebrate the Cringe to Become the Bravest You.”

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PIX 11 NY

Social Muscles in the Workplace: New Research

As a society, we’re more awkward than ever but workplace performance expert and professional coach Henna Pryor advises on how to embrace and overcome that feeling. She talks about her new national research study and her book “Good Awkward.”

Print

A selection of print features from across the web.

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Business Insider

The new metric bosses are tracking: How often you use AI

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White collar workers are ditching their human coworkers for AI BFFs

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Forbes

One In Three Employees Would Rather Clean A Toilet Than Ask For Help

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Forbes

‘Good Awkward’ Can Actually Make You More Credible

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HuffPost

How To Embrace Your Inner Cringe And Make Awkwardness A Work Advantage

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Business.com

Why Awkwardness Can Be a Good Thing in the Workplace

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Fast Company

Why awkwardness can be a superpower in the workplace

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BUSINESS INSIDER

For the winter holidays, I will let my children take small risks so they can grow and learn

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INSIDER

Imposter syndrome and self-doubt can actually help you build confidence — and even be healthy (Book Excerpt)

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The Good Trade

Why It’s Okay To Be Awkward (Even At Work!)

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Porchlight

Shapeshifting your way through courageous moments is less effective than being your awkward, perfectly imperfect self.

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Shoutout Atlanta

Meet Henna Pryor | Workplace Performance Expert + 2x TEDx and Global Keynote Speaker

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USA Today

'Hot Ones,' Bobbi Althoff and why we can't look away from awkward celebrity interviews

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WDEL.com

Awkward? | Newark author says that can be a good thing

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Brit + Co.

Here's How To Be Less Awkward This Holiday Season

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Well+Good

It’s 2024, and Being Cringe Is the New Cool (Promise)

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Success.com

"Good Awkward" Author Henna Pryor Shares How to Navigate Awkward Situations - And Her Suggestions May Surprise You

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Recruiting Brainfood

A Letter to my 13-Year-Old Self

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SUCCESS Magazine

SUCCESS' 2024 Women of Influence

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CNBC

4 easy ways for introverts to show confidence: They’ll help you reach a ‘pinnacle level of success,’ says workplace expert

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CNBC Make It

Take these 3 ‘micro-risks’ to become more influential, says workplace expert: ‘You can start insanely small’

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Fast Company

5 Times You Should Stay in Your Comfort Zone

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WSJ

Is ‘Rizz’ the Secret to Getting Ahead at Work?

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CNBC

Career coach: This common habit can ‘erode motivation’ and sabotage your success—3 ways to fix it

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Cues & Views

Feature by The Principal Post

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Entrepreneur

This Workplace Expert's 'Brainwashing'-Esque Technique Will Help You Get the Raise You Deserve

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CNBC Make It

Barbara Corcoran ‘isn’t buying’ that employees are more productive at home—but she embraces hybrid work anyway

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CNBC Make It

2 simple tactics can help you gain more influence—most people don’t try them, experts say

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Woman's World

Discover How to Take More Risks, Broaden Your Horizons—And Bet on Yourself

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AllWork

Your Workforce Is Losing Its Most Critical Skill — Yet No One’s Talking About It

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Good Housekeeping

9 Things Successful People Do Every Morning to Make the Most of the Day

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The Washington Post

Awkward Americans see themselves in Ron DeSantis

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CNBC

Stop asking, ‘What do you do?’—3 better ways to break the ice, according to experts

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CNBC

Don’t try to be ‘cool’ at work, says expert: How to gain influence in the office instead

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CNBC

Many people under 30 struggle with this essential skill, says workplace expert: They’re too ‘comfortable turning to ChatGPT for an answer’

Podcasts

Available on all major players, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts.

Henna Pryor's podcast appearances on Spotify

To avoid scrolling and searching, feel free to click into this Spotify playlist to see a full collection of Henna’s most listened-to podcast interviews.

Featured Podcasts

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TED Talks Daily

Want to get ahead at work? Risk the awkward moments | Henna Pryor

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Radical Respect with Kim Scott

How to Rebuild Social Muscles

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Hello Monday with Jessi Hempel

How to be Unforgettable: Be more awkward

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Something You Should Know

Why You Should Embrace Your Most Embarrassing Moments & The Fascinating World of Seeds

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Builders from Business.com

Harnessing Your Cringe

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Six Pixels of Separation

SPOS#197 - Henna Pryor on Embracing Your Awkward

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Something For Everybody

Henna Pryor - Awkwardness Isn’t A Weakness To Fix

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The Influential Personal Brand Podcast

How To Get Good at Being Awkward with Henna Pryor

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Pivot with Jenny Blake

Crossing the Cringe Chasm when Taking Career and Creative Risks with Henna Pryor

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The BluePrint with Dr. Erik Korem

The Secret to Getting Ahead is Being Awkward at Work with Henna Pryor

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Office Hours with David Meltzer

Henna Pryor, Emily Best, David Hauser, Andy Lefkowitz

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This Is Woman's Work with Nicole Kalil

Good Awkward with Henna Pryor

Looking for a specific podcast or episode? Check out the full Spotify playlist of Henna’s podcast interviews.

Beyond the stage!

I’m grateful to spend most of my time on stages talking about performance, mindset, and social connection at work, but sometimes… I test those skills in the wild!

In early 2025, I was a contestant on Season 8 of ABC’s $100,000 Pyramid – and walked away with a few extra bucks in my pocket! It was a crash course in everything I teach: staying mentally flexible, composure under pressure, and most of all… keeping a straight face while trying not to actively wet myself in front of my favorite 90’s TV icon.

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