When is courageous leadership invisible? Why that could be a good thing

Drawing from the leadership literature and highlights of Virginia Tech Division of Student Affairs (VTDSA) Courageous Leadership Award recipients, we will frame and advance the invisible aspects of courageous leadership. The emphasis is on three desired learning outcomes: (1) understand how courageous leadership can be invisible; (2) articulate practical applications of invisible leadership; and (3) discuss opportunities for applying invisible leadership. The practical implications are in the key components of invisible leadership: (1) a compelling and deeply held common purpose, (2) readiness to use individual strengths in leader or follower roles, and (3) strong shared bonds among individuals.