Day 4 of the Give the Gift of More Campaign dives into one of the most powerful — and most misunderstood — leadership traits: the courage to examine yourself honestly.

In this episode of Business at the Speed of AI, Jeremy Victor shares a remarkable story from Special Forces veteran Colonel (Ret.) Perry Rearick about Roger Donlon, the first Medal of Honor recipient of the Vietnam War. Despite surviving a five-hour attack, multiple wounds, and overwhelming odds, Donlon’s definition of courage wasn’t about combat heroics —
it was about telling the truth when the truth is hard.

Jeremy then reflects on his own leadership journey: a moment when well-intentioned humor was actually hurting someone, and how feedback forced him to confront a blind spot. This is what The More Effect calls Mindfulness & Mastery — the code that begins with deep self-awareness and the courage to grow.

Courage isn’t always loud.

Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is look in the mirror and tell yourself the truth.

If you're following the 25-day Give the Gift of More series, this episode is your reminder that becoming more starts within.

CHAPTERS

00:00 – Introduction: Day 4 of Give the Gift of More
00:40 – The Story of Roger Donlon, Medal of Honor Recipient
02:10 – What Donlon Teaches Us About Moral Courage
03:00 – Why Courage Shows Up in Quiet Moments
03:40 – Jeremy’s Story: When Humor Hurt Without Realizing
05:00 – The Power of Feedback & Self-Examination
07:00 – “People Remember How You Made Them Feel”
08:00 – Courage Isn’t Dramatic — It’s Honest
08:45 – Reflective Prompt: “What Would the Courageous Version of Me Have Done?”
09:30 – Why Courage Is the First Trait of The More Effect
10:00 – Closing & Day 5 Preview

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