The Interview Brené Brown Doesn’t Want to Be a Self-Help Guru Anymore
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Sep 6, 2025 
Brené Brown, an acclaimed author and podcaster known for her work on vulnerability and empathy, discusses her shift from self-help to leadership and organizational culture. She talks about navigating generational differences in the workplace and the essential role of communication in building trust among teams. Brené addresses the challenges of leadership amid societal unrest and contrasts empathetic leadership with fear-driven approaches, all while urging for authenticity in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.
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Unsettled Is A Healthy Signal
- Feeling unsettled right now is a sign you're paying attention and using critical thinking.
- Leaders should focus on tethering themselves rather than pretending a settled state is normal.
Invest In Skillful Leaders
- Invest in leaders who build courage and hold people accountable rather than just promoting experience.
- Develop leaders' self-awareness and skill sets because who you are is how you lead.
Scarcity Fuels Poor Tech Decisions
- The AI and tech rush often looks like fear-driven scarcity and action without strategy.
- Productive strategic urgency beats panic-driven
