What if the very traits you've been taught to hide—like being selfish, nosy, or even manipulative—are actually your greatest unfair advantage?
That’s the bold idea Jenny Wood explores in Wild Courage—a framework she developed after nearly two decades at Google, where she rose through the ranks, led billion-dollar business units, and launched initiatives that reached over 50,000 employees across 100+ countries.
Eventually, success on paper wasn’t enough. Jenny felt burned out and boxed in—stuck between achievement and alignment. That turning point led her to redefine what real courage looks like in business and life.
In this episode, she unpacks the 9 traits society often labels as “too much” or “too aggressive”—and shows how to reclaim them as strategic tools for influence, opportunity, and a life you actually want. Whether you’re looking to land the promotion, launch your business, or stop playing small, this conversation will challenge everything you thought you knew about confidence, leadership, and courage.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
1.) The wild subway story that changed Jenny’s life—and the mindset shift that helped her take bold action in the face of fear.
2.) Discover the 9 unconventional traits that define Wild Courage—and how they unlock greater influence, freedom, and business growth.
3.) Why “manipulative” might be your most powerful leadership trait—and how to use it to build trust, influence, and high-leverage relationships.
4.) Why replacing your salary may be the wrong goal—and how to build confidence, earn through passive income, and design a life that truly aligns with what matters most.
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