This conversation went deep on confidence, authenticity, and knowing yourself despite the circumstances. From her consistent work through HumanBn Strategies, to working with various benefactors, to her current "bold move", one word that stands out is grit. More about Brooke:Brooke Brooke N. Collins is a strategy and operations leader with 15+ years of experience driving change management initiatives that strengthen organizational culture, optimize systems, and deliver measurable results. As Founder of HumanBn Strategies and a Fractional Chief Wellbeing Officer, she partners with Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits, and healthcare organizations to translate vision into action, designing scalable programs and solutions that elevate workforce performance and employee experience.Her work has supported global brands including Chevron, MGM, Blue Cross Blue Shield, American Express, and Berkshire Hathaway, where she has led initiatives that align strategy, streamline operations, and drive enterprise-wide adoption of wellbeing and employee engagement programs.Brooke also serves as Wellbeing Chair for Ignite MED, where she applies her expertise to support women in medicine through mentorship, resilience training, and community-building efforts.Raised in the coastal town of Steilacoom, Washington, Brooke enjoys exploring local art scenes, admiring architecture, and sharing deep-belly laughs with friends and family.LinksWebsite: https://www.humanbnstrategies.com/Email: [email protected]:   / humanbn   Business Page:   / humanbn-strategies  Visit Experience Encanto: https://encanto.sistercitiesproject.org/Instagram: @experience.encanto00:00 Opening00:10 Episode Intro by Idara00:22 Introduction and discussion of Brooke's work11:45 How Brooke defines confidence 15:20 When Confidence has made a difference in her life24:00 How Brooke gets her confidence boosts25:10 On Confidence and Resilience. What's the connection33:00 The role of HumanBn Strategies in Brooke's career (Clients and Benefactors)36:19 Extracting the lessons learned: Identity and up front pay negotiation39:00 Brooke Reminisces about how HumanBn Strategies began 20 years ago42:30 On Grit: Delving into another word45:50 Brooke's next Bold move52:38 The wrap up