Leaning into Leadership

Episode 243: Unbreakable Leadership - Strategies for Surviving Toxic Environments with Kate Lowry


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What happens when the person leading your organization leads through fear? In this powerful and practical episode, Darrin sits down with Kate Lowry, a Silicon Valley–based CEO coach, venture capitalist, and author of Unbreakable: How to Thrive Under Fear-Based Leaders.

Kate and Darrin unpack the realities of working under toxic, dominance-driven leadership and share strategies for not only surviving but thriving in those environments. From understanding a fear-based leader’s motivations to preserving your own energy and identity, Kate offers tools that empower listeners to regain control, find their voice, and protect what matters most.

In this episode:

  • What fear-based leadership really looks like in practice
  • How to use emotional intelligence and strategy to navigate toxic power dynamics
  • The “gray rock” method — and why being boring can be powerful
  • How to protect your time, energy, and sense of self
  • When to stand your ground — and when it’s time to move on
  • Practical takeaways from Unbreakable that every leader should know

Connect with Kate Lowry

Website: katelowry.com

Unbreakable: How to Thrive Under Fear-Based Leaders

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