Dare to Lead: The Power of Vulnerability by Brene Brown

In this episode on daring leadership, Brené Brown argues that real authority isn’t earned through control or confidence but through vulnerability, courage, and emotional clarity. She explains that leaders who armour themselves with perfectionism, certainty, or distance may appear strong, but they quietly create cultures of fear and compliance. By contrast, leaders who are willing to admit uncertainty, ask for help, apologise when needed, and have the difficult conversations rather than avoiding them build deeper trust, faster alignment, and far more resilient teams. Her message is simple: courage is not about being unbreakable—it’s about choosing openness when hiding would be easier.