Fear doesn’t say, “Be a coward.”
It says, “Be careful.”
You need more information. The timing isn’t right. People might disapprove.
Fear says save yourself.
Courage is action when fear invites retreat.
Courage isn’t feeling brave. It’s answering the call while fear is on the line.
One option is a choice. Many options make a dilemma.
I work with leaders in the throes of a dilemma. I asked one leader, “Six months from now, what will you regret not doing?” He saw the path instantly.
The issue becomes courage after you see the path.
How coaches build courage?
The courage to go first inspires those who follow.
The Wright brothers proved that powered flight was possible (1903). Later, Chuck Yeager became the 1st person to fly faster than the speed of sound (1947). Eventually, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin walked on the moon first (1969).
Here are 5 ways a leader inspires others by courageously going first.
My rethinking drove one member of my team nuts. I thought it was the pursuit of excellence. Now I know it’s dangerous.
Stinking rethinking is paralysis.
3 Symptoms of Rethinking
5 Ways to Overcome Rethinking
Excellence is always pursuit, not perfection.
The crowd roared, but Ken Blanchard went silent inside.
“This is your game. Take it.”
The coached screamed, “No!” Ken won the game taking a 30′ shot.
Constructive disobedience can change your life.
Here’s how…
The opposite of weakness isn’t strength, it’s courage. Your knees will buckle someday. Strength will fail you unless you consistently aim low. Boredom defeats you when competence always sustains you. Clinging to competence… Continue reading
