Rebel in a Gown: Breaking the Rules We Never Agreed To - with Shelley Brown

Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals

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In this empowering episode of Alex & Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals, Shelley Brown joins us to talk about how breaking outdated expectations and embracing your weird can lead to more authentic leadership and a deeper sense of belonging.

As the original "Rebel in a Gown," Shelley brings her signature blend of authenticity, artistry, and humor to a conversation that challenges the status quo on leadership, burnout, and belonging.

Shelley shares how an unexpected career detour and a serious spinal injury pushed her to redefine success. Not by how hard she could hustle, but by how deeply she could connect.

That shift led her from hotel lobbies and sales calls to keynote stages, where she now helps teams rediscover purpose, vulnerability, and human connection.

Key topics discussed:

1️⃣ How Shelley’s WEIRD framework invites more inclusive and connected leadership

2️⃣ Why outdated ideas of success often lead to burnout and disconnection

3️⃣ What it means to “rebel” against norms without being loud about it

4️⃣ The power of journaling, mindfulness, and small daily choices

5️⃣ How to lead with legacy in mind and why it starts with you

This episode is an invitation for you to reconnect with the version of yourself that existed before the world told you who to be. And yes, we all wore gowns for it.

Connect with Shelley:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleybbrown/
Website: https://shelleybrownofficial.com/

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