Apologizing Quote by Brené Brown
“Talk about your failures without apologizing.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: TED Talk “The Power of Vulnerability”, 2010
Sharing failures openly builds trust and learning without needing to excuse yourself.
In simple terms: Talk about failures without apologizing.
Own and share your mistakes.
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When to use this quote
- team meetings
- coaching sessions
- public speaking
- personal journaling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What story of failure can you share to help others?
- How does avoiding apology affect your credibility?
Some audiences may interpret honesty as lack of competence.