The 10% Courage Challenge

At some point in every career, courage becomes the difference between staying stuck and moving forward. The 10% Courage Challenge invites you to think about what would be possible if you had just a little more of it.

NextArrow has spoken to professionals across industries, including leaders, managers, and individual contributors. And we always end our conversations the same way:

“If I had 10% more courage, I would…”

That small prompt leads to big insights. It taps into a part of people’s thinking that often gets overlooked in busy routines. It brings the concept of courage down to a level that feels doable. Whether you’re considering a career change or personal growth, just a small amount of courage can open the door to new possibilities.

Why the 10% Courage Challenge Works

We ask for 10% more courage, not 100%. This is because a small step is more realistic. It’s within reach and often creates the momentum people need for bigger change later on.

The answers we’ve received range from deeply personal to career-focused:

• Start my own company

• Move to another country

• Speak up more in meetings

• Apply for a new role

• Take creative risks

• Admit when I’m wrong

• Visit my doctor

• Launch a nonprofit

• Push back with my boss

• Write a book

• Let go of perfection

• Ask someone to invest

• Propose without permission

• Reach out to someone I miss

Each answer represents a moment of clarity and opens a view into what truly matters.

The 10% Courage Challenge in Action

The beauty of the challenge is its simplicity. You don’t need a life overhaul to feel brave. You just need a nudge in the right direction.

When you answer the prompt, you begin to clarify what you’ve been avoiding—or what’s quietly calling for your attention. That’s powerful. It helps you focus on where courage can actually make a difference.

Now it’s your turn.

Take a moment to complete the challenge anonymously.

Once you’ve named the goal, the next step is to act on it. That’s where planning, support, and tools come in. We can help with that.

Let Us Help You Take the Leap

NextArrow helps individuals and teams perform at a higher level by facing the right challenges with confidence. Our live workshops equip professionals with the skills and mindset to do hard things—even when fear or uncertainty shows up.

We offer:

• Interactive, high-impact workshops

• Group coaching and one-on-one coaching

• Programs for leaders, teams, and individual contributors

• Sessions that blend behavioral skills with cognitive tools

• Custom experiences for up to 30 participants

The 10% Courage Challenge is just one of many ways we help people unlock what’s next. If you’re ready to take bold steps and do work that matters, we’d love to be part of your journey. Let’s make courage part of your strategy.

Contact us today to learn more.