Why your toughest employees may still be the most at risk
We all know that one guy in the office or on the floor. Confident. Loud. Maybe even a bit intimidating. He says things like, “I don’t need training, I’ll sort out any problem” or “Let them try, I’ll handle it.” But here’s the truth: false bravado can get people seriously hurt. Confidence is important. But confidence without skill is dangerous, not just for the individual, but for your whole company.
False bravado is when someone believes they can handle a threat or a violent situation, but they have no real training or understanding of how these situations actually work. They might believe:
That belief might feel empowering. But when faced with a real criminal, it usually falls apart in seconds.
Criminals don’t challenge you to a fair fight. They use surprise, weapons, and intimidation. They strike when you’re not ready. They go after people who look distracted, overconfident, or unaware.And if someone responds with chest-puffing or threats instead of trained action, the attacker sees it as a green light.
Many companies rely on strong personalities to “handle” situations. But physical size, loud voices, or previous fights don’t count as safety strategies.In fact, false bravado in your team can:
You don’t want your staff thinking they’re safe because they feel confident. You want them to be safe because they’ve been trained.
At COBRA Self-Defense, we teach staff how to turn confidence into capability. That means:
We show them how real-life attacks work. And more importantly, how to avoid them or respond effectively when they can’t.
Self-defense training is not about turning employees into fighters. It’s about giving them real tools to survive a threat. We break down egos and rebuild real confidence, the kind that’s measured, informed, and ready.
Your most “confident” team members could be your most vulnerable, especially if they’ve never faced a real threat. Help them back up their confidence with skills that work. Our corporate self-defense programs are:
Don’t let false bravado give your staff a false sense of safety. Contact us today to arrange a training session that turns confidence into real capability, and protects your most important asset: your people.
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