Dare to Lead™ Facilitator
“Our ability to be daring leaders will never be greater
than our capacity for vulnerability.”
Dr. Brené Brown
As a leadership coach, psychologist, and Certified Dare to Lead™ Facilitator, I work at the intersection of business and psychology to help individuals, teams, and organizations unlock their leadership potential. My approach is grounded in research, backed by clinical and business experience, and focused on practical application.
What is Dare to Lead and
Why Choose it?
Developed by Brené Brown, Dare to Lead™ is the only evidence-based leadership development program that teaches courage-building skills to drive organizational success.
>> Improve psychological safety
>> Increase accountability
>> Lead with more clarity
Dare to Lead™ is a proven path forward
Most Leadership Development Programs
Fail to Create Lasting Change
Why is that?
Because of “silent killers” that erode psychological safety, which is the foundation for trust, innovation, and growth.
These “silent killers” include:
>> Fear of speaking up
>> Lack of meaningful feedback
>> Unclear expectations
>> Blame and shame culture
>> Disengaged leadership
>> Conflict avoidance
With Dare to Lead™ I can help your organization root out these hidden obstacles while building practical, research-based skills for courageous leadership.
Strengthen your team’s ability to:
>> Make value-based decisions
>> Build trust
>> Give engaged feedback
>> Navigate difficult conversations
>> Tolerate distress
>> Communicate effectively
Work with Dr. Melissa Smith, a Certified Dare to Lead™ Facilitator
Dare to Lead™ is only available through a Certified Dare to Lead™ Facilitator, but why choose Dr. Melissa Smith?
As a leadership coach and psychologist, I work at the intersection of business and psychology and am an expert on human potential, relationships, process improvement, and organizational behavior.
Having been trained and certified personally by Dr. Brené Brown, all engagements are facilitated by Dr. Melissa Smith, utilizing the approved Dare to Lead™ curriculum.
With many years of experience leading and coaching teams, I’m confident I can help you create a courage culture.
What Kind of Engagements are Available with Dare to Lead™?
As a Certified to Dare to Lead™ Facilitator, I work closely with you to craft a customized program that meets your needs, speaks to your goals, and aligns with your vision.
Possible Engagements Include:
>> Powerful keynote addresses
>> Executive coaching
>> Team workshops
>> Comprehensive leadership development
We’ll work together to build interactive engagements that are results-driven, evidence-based, practical, and fun.
My engagements are laser-focused on the unique needs of your team of leaders, inviting them to expand their vision for themselves, both personally and professionally.