Turn Fear Into Fuel with Kimberly Brown

The Better Leadership Team Show

Kimberly Brown is a renowned career and leadership strategist, bestselling author of Next Move, Best Move, and CEO of Brown Leadership. In this episode, she shares a powerful reframe: fear isn’t something to avoid—it’s a signal to move forward. We explore how leaders can turn fear into a catalyst for action, navigate tough conversations with confidence, and develop middle managers into empowered decision-makers. With practical tools like the Courage-Driven Mindset framework, Kimberly offers a fresh perspective on personal growth, leadership, and the path to long-term success.

To learn more about Kimberly, visit kimberlybonline.com or explore her company at brownleadership.com.

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Chapters

1. Turn Fear Into Fuel with Kimberly Brown (00:00:00)

2. The Importance of Communication in Leadership (00:02:27)

3. Understanding Fear in Career Advancement (00:05:14)

4. Fear of Success vs. Fear of Failure (00:10:36)

5. Reframing Fear: A Positive Perspective (00:13:50)

6. Using Fear as Fuel for Action (00:15:40)

7. Practical Application of the Courage Driven Mindset (00:17:57)

8. Navigating Difficult Conversations with Team Members (00:23:32)

9. The Challenge of Difficult Conversations (00:23:59)

10. The Importance of Timely Feedback (00:25:56)

11. Empowering Employees Through Coaching (00:27:39)

12. Scheduling Conversations: The First Step (00:30:25)

13. Developing Middle Management (00:34:53)

14. The Role of Coaching in Leadership Development (00:38:49)