Courage Quote by Brené Brown
““When shame becomes a management style, engagement dies. When failure is not an option we can forget about learning, creativity, and innovation .””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Leadership Conference, Brené Brown, 2020
Using shame as a control method kills employee engagement and stifles learning and innovation.
In simple terms: Shame kills engagement and creativity.
Key Takeaway
Avoid shame, foster learning.
Themes
leadership
culture
psychology
innovation
Mood
candid
insightful
Type
motivational
critical
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- performance reviews
- project failures
- training sessions
Key Concepts
Organizational behavior
psychology
emotional intelligence
Questions to Reflect On
- What alternatives to shame can leaders use?
- How does fear of failure affect team dynamics?
A Different Perspective
Shame may sometimes motivate short‑term compliance but harms long‑term growth.
