Taken for Granted: Brené Brown on What Vulnerability Isn't

Brené Brown on What Vulnerability Isn't

We usually wear our thickest armor at work, and Brené Brown has blazed the trail of teaching us why—and how to shed it. In this conversation, Adam and Brené unpack the power of showing vulnerability at work—and explore how much is too much. Learn when and where to set boundaries, find out how to get more comfortable with being uncomfortable, and hear Brené rethink a key assumption that she took for granted in her own work (Audio only).

True courage in the workplace demands the willingness to be vulnerable, yet many people armor up with perfectionism and expertise to avoid appearing weak. Studies show there is no real bravery without risking uncertainty and emotional exposure, but healthy vulnerability always requires clear boundaries. One vivid example highlights a CEO who mistakenly thought sharing fears with employees was powerful, when in fact, effective vulnerability means sharing the right amount with the right people for the right reasons.