ROOSEVELT ON COURAGE Courage is the first virtue
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![Courage as Motivation § Courage can be developed as an act of will. § Courage as Motivation § Courage can be developed as an act of will. §](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image/0f17480622296699a1c0636ae83b6c2c/image-2.jpg)
![Courage in Action § Be willing to fight aggressively for one’s principles and interests Courage in Action § Be willing to fight aggressively for one’s principles and interests](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image/0f17480622296699a1c0636ae83b6c2c/image-3.jpg)
![Courage to Learn § How an individual chooses to interpret a misfortune or mistake Courage to Learn § How an individual chooses to interpret a misfortune or mistake](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image/0f17480622296699a1c0636ae83b6c2c/image-4.jpg)
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ROOSEVELT ON COURAGE Courage is the “first virtue” because it underlies all the others.
![Courage as Motivation Courage can be developed as an act of will Courage as Motivation § Courage can be developed as an act of will. §](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image/0f17480622296699a1c0636ae83b6c2c/image-2.jpg)
Courage as Motivation § Courage can be developed as an act of will. § Courage confirms a leader’s complete commitment to service of others. § Acceptable risk should be calculated based on the value of the endeavor at stake. § Courage may produce confidence in others in times of uncertainty and risk. § Though a worthy example can be a priceless legacy, others may feel it to be a burden. Leaders should strive to lighten that burden, especially on loved ones.
![Courage in Action Be willing to fight aggressively for ones principles and interests Courage in Action § Be willing to fight aggressively for one’s principles and interests](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image/0f17480622296699a1c0636ae83b6c2c/image-3.jpg)
Courage in Action § Be willing to fight aggressively for one’s principles and interests empowers the leader. – Sets the stage for productive negotiation. § Replace immediately individuals who do not meet the standards of the enterprise. § Know when to break the rules.
![Courage to Learn How an individual chooses to interpret a misfortune or mistake Courage to Learn § How an individual chooses to interpret a misfortune or mistake](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image/0f17480622296699a1c0636ae83b6c2c/image-4.jpg)
Courage to Learn § How an individual chooses to interpret a misfortune or mistake can be at least as significant as the objective facts at hand. § One should not dwell on a misfortune or unavoidable mistake, where nothing can be done to rectify the situation. Renewed action can establish a boundary separating the past from the present and future.
![Courage Learning and Service An individuals ability to carry on in the face Courage, Learning and Service § An individual’s ability to carry on in the face](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image/0f17480622296699a1c0636ae83b6c2c/image-5.jpg)
Courage, Learning and Service § An individual’s ability to carry on in the face of calamitous adversity showcases critical leadership traits, including perseverance, self-containment amidst difficult circumstances, courage, perspective, and an ability to focus on the needs of others rather than oneself. – Individuals who have mastered such challenges in their own lives are more apt to be viewed as leaders able to serve others.
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Audacious Action § Audacious action, especially when taken early in a leader’s tenure --- and manifestly exposing the leader to risk --- can establish a position of enduring strength.