Brené Brown – American researcher, writer, and speaker of the 20th–21st centuries, author of Daring Greatly and Braving the Wilderness, and professor at the University of Houston. Her studies on vulnerability, courage, and empathy became global bestsellers, with TED Talks viewed by millions. She reshaped discussions on leadership, proving that openness and vulnerability can fuel true strength and connection.
🎤 Her TED Talk The Power of Vulnerability is among the top five most viewed worldwide. 📚 Has written over five New York Times bestsellers. 🎓 Holds a PhD in social work. 🌍 Her talks have been translated into many languages and are taught in business schools. 📖 Partnered with Netflix for the special The Call to Courage. 💡 Often says: “Shame is universal, but it holds the key to healing.” 👩🏫 Teaches at the University of Houston and designs leadership curricula. 🤝 Her ideas have influenced practices at Google, Microsoft, and beyond. 🖋 Known for mixing research with humour and personal storytelling. 😮 Admitted she once feared public speaking before her TED Talk went viral. 😄 Jokes that her kids are her “toughest reviewers,” asking if she actually lives what she teaches.