Showing moral courage can be risky in the professional setting. In addition, distinguishing between moral courage and moral arrogance can be difficult. Describe an incidence in which you or a colleague exhibited moral courage. What was the response of the team? Did anyone experience repercussions? How did this impact the relationships around you or your colleague?
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