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Brené Brown
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Brené Brown

Research professor, bestselling author, and podcast host who turns curiosity into courageous leadership.

University of Houston + University of Texas at Austin | Researcher. Storyteller. Courage-builder. · Houston, Texas, United States

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Who they are

Brené is a research professor at the University of Houston and Professor of Practice at UT Austin’s McCombs School, where she blends social‑work expertise with business insight. She’s the author of six #1 New York Times bestsellers and hosts award‑winning podcasts that explore vulnerability, belonging, and leadership. Based in Houston with strong ties to Austin, she balances academic rigor with a vibrant public‑facing presence on Instagram, where she shares talks, book‑club ideas, and playful Texan moments. Her work centers on helping people and organizations live braver, more authentic lives.

Career now
Professor of Practice, The University of Texas at Austin – Red McCombs School of Business
Trajectory
Long‑term academic leader who expanded from research professor at UH to dual roles in business education and entrepreneurship, now also Executive Chair of BetterUp’s Center for Daring Leadership
Work style
Research‑driven, collaborative, and purpose‑focused, blending teaching, writing, and consulting
Ambition
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Education
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work – The University of Texas at Austin (1995) · Master's Degree in Social Work – University of Houston (1996) · Ph.D. in Social Work – University of Houston (2002)
Communication
Thoughtful and narrative‑driven; she frames ideas with stories, uses humor, and invites reflective dialogue.

What their Instagram shows

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A black-and-white studio portrait featuring a person with voluminous, wavy blonde hair styled with a dark headband and large hoop earrings. The subject is wearing a denim shirt and is positioned against a dark, plain background. · Posing for a portrait, Gazing off-camera
A digital collage of a printed quote on textured paper. The text, attributed to Maya Smart, is highlighted in yellow with additional teal hand-drawn annotations like circles, arrows, and wavy lines. The layout is split into three panels showing the full quote and zoomed-in details. · Sharing a literary quote, Displaying annotated text
A black-and-white portrait of a person with long, straight hair wearing large round glasses. The subject is shown in profile, with a hand resting near the face and multiple rings on the fingers. A quote by Gloria Steinem is overlaid in white text at the bottom. · Posing for a portrait, Adjusting glasses
A split-screen podcast or video call setup featuring three individuals. The top panel shows a woman with dark hair in a room with white bookshelves. The bottom left shows a woman with blonde hair and glasses in front of a blue bookshelf. The bottom right shows a bald man in a red shirt. A text overlay reads 'We Don't Fully Know How to Fight' and the logo 'The Curiosity Shop' is visible. · Video call, Podcast recording
A medium shot of a woman with blonde hair and glasses sitting at a wooden desk. She is wearing a dark sweatshirt with a colorful floral print. Behind her is a blue bookshelf filled with books and a small robot figurine. A microphone is positioned in front of her, and a text overlay reads 'AMA Episode: What I learned from getting fired.' · Sitting at a desk, Speaking into a microphone
A close-up selfie taken outdoors with trees in the background. The subject is wearing a white shirt with red illustrations, a red bandana, and gold-rimmed glasses. She is holding up her hand to display rings and a beaded bracelet with the letters 'MOM' on it. A brown bull head graphic is superimposed over her chest. · Taking a selfie, Showing off jewelry

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Likely dealbreakers

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Personality read

Openness5/5

Frequent engagement with new ideas, books, podcasts, and interdisciplinary research.

Conscientiousness4/5

Long academic career, multiple leadership roles, and disciplined publishing record.

Extraversion3/5

Active public speaker and podcast host, yet often reflects in solo reading and writing.

Agreeableness5/5

Focus on empathy, belonging, and helping others develop courage.

Emotional stability4/5

Handles public scrutiny and complex topics with poise, though her work on vulnerability suggests deep emotional awareness.

Green flags

  • ✦ Loves learning
  • ✦ Family oriented
  • ✦ Enjoys outdoor activities
  • ✦ Supports social impact

Their agent would open with

  • “Which book has shaped your view on courage lately?”
  • “What’s your favorite “thin place” where you feel most spiritually alive?”
  • “How do you balance academic research with creative storytelling?”

Ideal date

A relaxed afternoon at a lakeside café where you can share a favorite book passage, discuss ideas over coffee, then take a short walk or paddle‑boat ride to enjoy the water together.