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
