Fight or flight

Why My Fight Response Makes Me a Fierce Leader

In a world that often preaches compromise and consensus, I'm here to tell you why my natural fight response—my instinct to stand firm, push back, and engage directly with challenges—is exactly what my companies need in a leader.

The Power of Unwavering Resolve

When obstacles arise, my first instinct isn't to retreat or find the middle ground. It's to dig in and fight through. This isn't reckless aggression—it's purposeful determination that creates breakthrough moments when others would settle for mediocrity.

My fight response has taught me to:

• Never accept "impossible" as a final answer when the mission matters

• Stand firm on core values even when it's commercially inconvenient

• Push through resistance that stops other leaders in their tracks

• Fight for my team when they need protection and advocacy

Leading from the Front Lines

While some leaders manage from boardrooms, my fight response puts me directly in the arena