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Management article
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Reference no. R1806K
Published by: Harvard Business Publishing
Originally published in: "Harvard Business Review", 2018
Version: November 2018
Length: 9 pages
Data source: Published sources

Abstract

In many stories we hear about workplace courage, the people who fight for positive change end up ostracized or lose their jobs. Most acts of courage don't come from whistle-blowers or organizational martyrs, however. They come from respected insiders at all levels who take action because they believe it's the right thing to do. And when they manage the process well, they don't necessarily pay a high price; indeed, they may see their status rise. People who succeed in their courageous acts, or suffer fewer negative consequences, tend to exhibit certain behaviors: they lay the groundwork for action; they carefully choose their battles; they manage messaging and emotions; and they follow up afterward.

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Abstract

In many stories we hear about workplace courage, the people who fight for positive change end up ostracized or lose their jobs. Most acts of courage don't come from whistle-blowers or organizational martyrs, however. They come from respected insiders at all levels who take action because they believe it's the right thing to do. And when they manage the process well, they don't necessarily pay a high price; indeed, they may see their status rise. People who succeed in their courageous acts, or suffer fewer negative consequences, tend to exhibit certain behaviors: they lay the groundwork for action; they carefully choose their battles; they manage messaging and emotions; and they follow up afterward.

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