Managerial Courage: 04. Taking a Stand

When you need to advocate for your team, ensure you are prepared with the tips found in this elearning course, Taking a Stand. In this course we will discuss how to take a stand while controlling your emotions and avoiding conflict. We will look at why calling out an injustice is beneficial both personally and professionally, and outline some strategies to help you determine when it’s appropriate to take action. We will discuss how to prepare to take a stand, including the importance of fact-finding, supporting your position with facts and figures, and checking your sources. Finally, we will touch on how to arrange a meeting to discuss the issue, and provide tips like avoiding emotional language, being flexible, and listening to both sides.

Part of the series called Managerial Courage, this course includes a video lesson, downloadable student materials and a short online quiz to check your comprehension of the subject.