Leadership isn’t about being liked. It’s about creating spaces where people feel brave enough to show up fully—and vulnerable enough to grow. That means going first, especially when it’s uncomfortable.
Featured Book: Dare to Lead by Brené Brown
Big Idea: Courageous leadership is what creates trust. And trust is what fuels performance, belonging, and retention.
Discussion Beats:
Why vulnerability isn’t weakness—and how to model it without oversharing
What “rumbling with hard conversations” looks like in a real work week
The difference between armored leadership and grounded confidence
How to spot fear-based behavior in yourself and your team—and what to do about it
Summary: This isn’t a book about psychological safety per se—but it is a manifesto for the kind of leadership that makes safety possible. Brené Brown blends research with real-world stories to argue that courage, vulnerability, and emotional exposure are non-negotiable leadership skills. She introduces tools like “rumbling with vulnerability,” living into your values, and learning to rise after setbacks. It’s deeply human and immediately useful.
Core message: You can’t create trust without courage. Leaders who avoid discomfort avoid growth—for themselves and their teams.
Closing Takeaway:
Your team’s courage starts with yours. Go first. Model it. Protect it. That’s the job.
This isn’t about making people comfortable. It’s about making it safe to be real.
If you want honesty, creativity, and high performance—you need psychological safety. And you can’t delegate that. You model it.
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