Strong Ground

The Lessons of Daring Leadership, the Tenacity of Paradox, and the Wisdom of the Human Spirit.

#1 New York Times bestselling author Brené Brown returns with Strong Ground, a timely guide to courageous leadership in an era defined by uncertainty, rapid change, and the rise of hubris and cruelty in workplaces. Drawing on her work with over 150,000 leaders in 45 countries, Brown shares actionable insights to help leaders cultivate connection, accountability, and resilience while driving growth with focus and integrity.

Blending research, personal experience, and lessons from other thinkers, she explores the mindsets and skills essential for navigating today’s complex world: having difficult yet necessary conversations, prioritizing with clarity instead of reacting impulsively, embracing strategic risk, thinking paradoxically, and cultivating the discipline to unlearn and relearn. Brown argues that leaders must find their “strong ground”—an athletic stance of stability and readiness—to withstand uncertainty and lead transformative change.

A practical and inspiring playbook for leaders at every stage, from senior executives to emerging professionals, seeking to lead with courage, purpose, and humanity.