How to Practice “Everyday Courage” in the Work Place

University of Virginia Professor Jim Detert studies courage. More specifically, the Darden School of Business professor studies courage in the workplace — the kind of courage it takes to disagree with your boss, put forth a new plan, confront a negligent co-worker or hold a difficult client to account. Over the course of his research, which began as a Ph.D. dissertation, Detert has talked to hundreds of managers and employees, as well as current and former Darden students, and created electronic surveys for thousands more. Here’s what he learned.