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Dr. Brené Brown, Speaker | Emotional Intelligence Expert
Brené Brown

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  • TED Talk The Power of Vulnerability
  • Five-time New York Times Best-Selling Author
  • Research Professor at University of Houston
Dr. Brené Brown, a renowned lecturer and researcher, is revolutionizing the field of emotional intelligence. With over two decades of experience, she has delved into emotions such as vulnerability and courage, providing insightful analysis on their impact. By sharing her unique perspective with audiences, Brené empowers leaders, innovators, and individuals to unlock their potential for greatness. As a dynamic keynote speaker, she encourages the embrace of emotions for a positive and fulfilling future. Brené's expertise is supported by her role as an Endowed Chair by the Huffington Foundation and her position as a research professor at the University of Houston since 2001. Additionally, she serves as a visiting professor of management at the University of Texas. Brené has authored five New York Times Best-Sellers through her research, including "Daring Greatly" and "The Gifts of Imperfections," each offering valuable insights for living a fulfilling life. As a highly regarded speaker, Brené has travelled globally, delivering impactful speeches to diverse audiences. Her TED talk on "The Power of Vulnerability" is one of the top 5 most viewed TED talks of all time, with over 45 million views. Her discussions on shame, empathy, courage, and vulnerability are tailored to each audience, making them suitable for various occasions, from corporate team building to individual success. Her client portfolio includes organizations like NASA, Google, and Disney, solidifying her prominence as a speaker. In 2019, Brené was recognized as HR Dive's Innovator of the Year for her remarkable ability to cultivate creativity, manage change, and generate original ideas through emotional understanding. She currently hosts the Unlocking Us podcast and was the first researcher to have her lecture, "The Call to Courage," released on Netflix. Brené's emotional intelligence is transforming audiences worldwide, and you too can benefit from her insights by booking her as a keynote speaker. In December 2023, Brené Brown delivered a keynote speech on dealing with critics and self-doubt, emphasizing the importance of not "armoring up" and shutting ourselves off and disregarding others' opinions. You can watch the keynote speech by Brené Brown here. Brené's expertise covers a range of topics, including Dare to Lead, Rising Strong, and Braving the Wilderness—The Quest for True Belonging and the Courage to Stand Alone. She also speaks about dealing with critics and self-doubt. Some of Brené's notable accomplishments include releasing a lecture, "The Call to Courage," on Netflix in 2019, being named HR Dive's Innovator of the Year in the same year, and delivering a TED talk on "Listening to Shame" in 2012. Her TED talk on "The Power of Vulnerability" is one of the top 5 most viewed TED talks of all time. Since 2001, she has held the position of Huffington Endowed Chair & Research Professor at the University of Houston. Brené is a five-time New York Times Best-Selling author, with books such as "Atlas of the Heart," "You Are Your Best Thing," and "Dare to Lead."

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