The Five Benefits of Being a Courageous Leader

Jared Mabry
3 min readJan 21, 2023

Over the years, I have come to understand that courage is a vital differentiator for leaders in all industries. In a business environment that is constantly evolving and changing, leaders who are willing to take risks and make difficult decisions are often the ones who drive innovation and find success.

From my experience, there are five main areas where courage plays a substantive role in the success or failure of leaders:

The ability to make bold and innovative decisions. Being able to anticipate and respond to changes in the market is crucial to staying competitive. Leaders who are willing to take risks and make bold decisions are often the ones who are able to identify and capitalize on new opportunities. For example, a leader with the courage to invest in new technologies or business models may be able to create a new market or disrupt an existing one.

The ability to adapt and evolve. In the technology industry, the pace of change is rapid and relentless. Leaders who are able to adapt and evolve are often the ones who are able to stay ahead of the curve.

Allows for a more inclusive and diverse workplace. As a leader, it takes courage to challenge the status quo, to admit when something isn’t working and to make changes. This can include creating a more inclusive culture that values…

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Jared Mabry

#Healthcare #Digital Leader, #CIO, #Idea Evangelist, #Innovator, and #Gamer...always dreaming of my next cup of coffee. All views and opinions are my own.