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Brené Brown has taught us what it means to dare greatly, rise strong, and brave the wilderness. Now, based on new research conducted with leaders, change makers, and culture shifters, she’s showing us how to put those ideas into practice so we can step up and lead.Look for Brené Brown’s new podcast, Dare to Lead, as well as her ongoing podcast Unlocking Us!NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY BLOOMBERG Leadership is not about titles, status, and wielding power. A leader is anyone who takes responsibility for recognizing the potential in people and ideas, and has the courage to develop that potential. When we dare to lead, we don’t pretend to have the right answers; we stay curious and ask the right questions. We don’t see power as finite and hoard it; we know that power becomes infinite when we share it with others. We don’t avoid difficult conversations and situations; we lean into vulnerability when it’s necessary to do good work. But daring leadership in a culture defined by scarcity, fear, and uncertainty requires skill-building around traits that are deeply and uniquely human. The irony is that we’re choosing not to invest in developing the hearts and minds of leaders at the exact same time as we’re scrambling to figure out what we have to offer that machines and AI can’t do better and faster. What can
we do better? Empathy, connection, and courage, to start. Four-time #1
New York Times bestselling author Brené Brown has spent the past two decades studying the emotions and experiences that give meaning to our lives, and the past seven years working with transformative leaders and teams spanning the globe. She found that leaders in organizations ranging from small entrepreneurial startups and family-owned businesses to nonprofits, civic organizations, and Fortune 50 companies all ask the same question:
How do you cultivate braver, more daring leaders, and how do you embed the value of courage in your culture? In this new book, Brown uses research, stories, and examples to answer these questions in the no-BS
style that millions of readers have come to expect and love. Brown writes, “One of the most important findings of my career is that daring leadership is a collection of four skill sets that are 100 percent teachable, observable, and measurable. It’s learning and unlearning that requires brave work, tough conversations, and showing up with your whole heart. Easy? No. Because choosing courage over comfort is not always our default. Worth it? Always. We want to be brave with our lives and our work. It’s why we’re here.”Whether you’ve read
Daring Greatly and
Rising Strong or you’re new to Brené Brown’s work, this book is for anyone who wants to step up and into brave leadership.
In her groundbreaking book "Dare to Lead," Brené Brown challenges us to rethink leadership and embrace courage, vulnerability, and empathy as essential qualities for creating a more humane and successful workplace. Drawing on extensive research and real-life stories, Brown argues that true leadership is not about power or control, but about connecting with others and inspiring them to take action.
Brown identifies four key skills that daring leaders possess: the ability to be courageous, vulnerable, empathetic, and authentic. These skills are essential for creating a culture of trust and innovation, where employees feel safe to take risks and share their ideas. When leaders dare to lead, they create a ripple effect that transforms not only their own organizations but also the entire world.
"Dare to Lead" is a must-read for anyone who wants to be a more effective leader. It is a powerful call to action for leaders at all levels to embrace their vulnerability and lead with their whole hearts. When we dare to lead, we create a world where everyone can thrive.
Here are some of the key takeaways from "Dare to Lead":
- Courage is not about being fearless; it's about being willing to take risks and face your fears.
- Vulnerability is not about being weak; it's about being open and honest, even when you're afraid.
- Empathy is not about feeling sorry for others; it's about understanding their experiences and perspectives.
- Authenticity is about being true to yourself and your values, even when it's difficult.
- These four skills are essential for creating a culture of trust and innovation, where employees feel safe to take risks and share their ideas.
- When leaders dare to lead, they create a ripple effect that transforms not only their own organizations but also the entire world.
