Have the Courage to Speak Up

"Somebody's either got to step up, or people are going to start to step out." Notable Moments [00:01:15] Why Speaking Up Requires Courage [00:02:06] Safe Ways to Surface a Leadership Issue [00:03:13] Why Leaders Must Invite Honest Feedback [00:07:24] Building Trust So Employees Will Speak Up [00:11:22] Why Hiring Still Drives Culture and Performance Speaking up about leadership issues can feel risky, especially when the problem involves a manager above you. In this episode, Lee Cockerell, retired Executive VP of Operations at Walt Disney World, explains why courage and ethical leadership are essential when workplace culture begins to suffer. He shares ways employees can bring up concerns safely and why great leaders create environments where honest feedback is welcomed. Read my blog for more from this episode. Resources CockerellStore.com The Cockerell Academy About Lee Cockerell Mainstreet Leader Jody Maberry Travel Guidance Magical Vacation Planners are my preferred travel advisors. Reach out to have them help plan your next vacation. You can reach them at 407-442-2694

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Have the Courage to Speak Up is an episode from Creating Disney Magic: Lessons in Leadership, Management, and Customer Service by Jody Maberry.

This episode is 13:45 long.

This episode was published on Mar 17, 2026.

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