To be honest: There's a bit of cowardice in every leader. Or have you never held your tongue even though things have been bothering you for a while? Did you want to finally speak frankly at the next meeting, but ended up staying silent instead? This is understandable, as most of us have a strong need for harmony. However, as a leader, you will not be successful in the long run with this approach. Our corporate world is undergoing profound changes: Digitalization and globalization require change processes and a sustainable rethinking within companies. To tackle the challenges of the present and future, we urgently need leaders who act with clarity and courage. Leaders who do not hide behind established guidelines and processes, but have the courage to openly question them.