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229: Find Courage to Speak When It Matters Most, with Allan McDonald

Coaching for Leaders

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The Challenger Decision: A Moment of Truth

This chapter delves into the high-pressure environment leading up to the Challenger launch in January 1986, focusing on the program manager's unexpected role. It highlights the tensions between safety concerns, particularly regarding cold weather effects on O-ring seals, and the organizational pressures for timely launches. The discussion culminates in a critical decision-making moment where ethical responsibility clashes with operational urgency, revealing the haunting implications of those choices.

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