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How to Be Bold

The Surprising Science of Everyday Courage

16 minRanjay Gulati, Fred Stella

What's it about

Have you ever held back from speaking up, taking a chance, or pursuing a great idea out of fear? This book summary reveals the surprising science behind everyday courage, showing you how to transform hesitation into confident action without being reckless. Discover the "courageous choice" framework and learn to act with purpose, even when you feel afraid. You'll explore practical strategies to build your boldness muscle, find allies, and make the impactful moves that will define your career and life.

Meet the author

Ranjay Gulati is a distinguished professor at Harvard Business School, where he has chaired the Advanced Management Program and now leads a new initiative on leadership and corporate accountability. His extensive research into how great leaders navigate uncertainty and drive growth in turbulent times forms the foundation of his work. This unique perspective, combining academic rigor with real-world application, allowed him to uncover the surprising science behind the everyday courage that enables individuals and organizations to not just survive, but thrive.

How to Be Bold book cover

What's it about

Have you ever held back from speaking up, taking a chance, or pursuing a great idea out of fear? This book summary reveals the surprising science behind everyday courage, showing you how to transform hesitation into confident action without being reckless. Discover the "courageous choice" framework and learn to act with purpose, even when you feel afraid. You'll explore practical strategies to build your boldness muscle, find allies, and make the impactful moves that will define your career and life.

Meet the author

Ranjay Gulati is a distinguished professor at Harvard Business School, where he has chaired the Advanced Management Program and now leads a new initiative on leadership and corporate accountability. His extensive research into how great leaders navigate uncertainty and drive growth in turbulent times forms the foundation of his work. This unique perspective, combining academic rigor with real-world application, allowed him to uncover the surprising science behind the everyday courage that enables individuals and organizations to not just survive, but thrive.