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Wild Courage

Go After What You Want and Get It

Jenny Wood

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Wild Courage
Embrace Being 'Weird'+
Practice Healthy 'Selfishness'+
Use 'Shameless' Advocacy+
Ask 'Nosy' Questions+
Apply 'Manipulative' Strategies+
Exercise 'Bossy' Leadership+

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Question 1 of 7
According to the book, what does the 'red sneakers effect' illustrate about professional environments?
  • A. Wearing bright colors distracts colleagues from evaluating your actual performance.
  • B. Breaking dress codes deliberately makes people perceive you as having higher status.
  • C. People who conform to standard expectations are promoted faster than those who stand out.
  • D. Physical comfort in the workplace leads to greater productivity and creativity.
Question 2 of 7
What does the acronym 'NAP work' stand for in the context of setting professional boundaries?
  • A. Needs Attention Promptly
  • B. Network And Partner
  • C. Not Actually Promotable
  • D. Negligible Administrative Processes
Question 3 of 7
How does the book suggest using the 'WINN' framework?
  • A. To reassess your commitments by asking 'What I Need Now.'
  • B. To negotiate higher salaries during annual performance reviews.
  • C. To identify which colleagues you should collaborate with on new projects.
  • D. To structure your daily tasks by focusing on 'Work Initiated, Not Negotiable.'
Question 4 of 7
When advocating for yourself, the book recommends using the ROI framework. What does ROI stand for in this context?
  • A. Return On Investment
  • B. Recognition, Ownership, Initiative
  • C. Reach, Output, Influence
  • D. Role, Objective, Impact
Question 5 of 7
According to research from UC Davis mentioned in the text, how does being in a curious state affect the brain?
  • A. It reduces the production of stress hormones during difficult conversations.
  • B. It triggers the negativity bias, causing us to remember criticism over praise.
  • C. It makes the brain more receptive to all information, accelerating learning.
  • D. It decreases our reliance on informal influence networks.
Question 6 of 7
What is the book's recommended approach to dealing with office politics?
  • A. Avoid them entirely to maintain your professional integrity.
  • B. Discuss and explain them openly, as this creates a more inclusive environment.
  • C. Keep political discussions strictly between senior management.
  • D. Use them solely to undermine competitors for a promotion.
Question 7 of 7
What does it mean for a new leader to become a 'set rat'?
  • A. A manager who hoards resources to ensure their team's success.
  • B. A leader who micromanages their team's daily administrative tasks.
  • C. Someone who frequently shifts alliances to gain political power.
  • D. Someone who observes and learns the environment before presuming to direct it.

Wild Courage — Full Chapter Overview

Wild Courage Summary & Overview

Wild Courage (2025) is about embracing traits that are often seen as flaws – like being weird, selfish, or shameless – and using them as strengths to go after what you want. It encourages everyone to show up authentically and take bold risks, offering practical prompts to help build confidence and pursue personal and professional growth.

Who Should Listen to Wild Courage?

  • Ambitious professionals navigating corporate career growth
  • Overwhelmed employees struggling with self-advocacy
  • Anyone interested in mindset shifts

About the Author: Jenny Wood

Jenny Wood is a Google executive, leadership coach, and founder of the “Own Your Career” program, which helps professionals take control of their growth and success. Her writing has appeared in Harvard Business Review, Entrepreneur, Inc., and Forbes.

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