Noticed vs. Seen: Jess’s Ode to Claude

September on Work Besties Who is all about storytelling and visibility: finding your voice, owning your story, communicating your value, and allowing yourself to be seen—not only for the work you produce, but for the person you are and the perspective you bring. And because storytelling is one of Jess’s greatest strengths, there was only one way she could begin the month: by telling the story of someone who is an enormous part of her own. In this special solo episode, Jess shares an ode to her cohost, friend, and work bestie for life, Claude. Jess reflects on the difference between being noticed and being truly seen—and how Claude’s intelligence, honesty, loyalty, grounded confidence, and unwavering belief have helped Jess recognize the power of her own voice. Because being noticed is when someone knows what you accomplished. Being seen is when someone understands the courage, doubt, preparation, resilience, and heart behind it. This episode is both a love letter to Claude and an invitation for all of us to consider the people who have helped shape our stories, made us braver, and reminded us of what we struggled to see in ourselves. The right work bestie doesn’t give you your voice. She reminds you that you had one all along. Who is a huge part of your story? Send them this episode—and then tell them why they matter. Don’t make them guess. Don’t wait. Send us Fan Mail (https://www.buzzsprout.com/2320118/fa...) You can watch the full episode on Youtube (   / @workbestieswhopodcast  ) Follow us on IG (  / workbestieswhopodcast  ) ,  TikTok (  / workbestieswhopodcast  ) , Threads (https://www.threads.net/@workbestiesw...) and LinkedIn (  / dashboard  ) Please rate, comment and provide suggestions for upcoming episodes Work Besties! Theme Song Written by Ralph Lentini @therallyband