Balancing Positivity and Realism in Leadership

Expert leadership scholar Amy Edmondson unpacks psychological safety, the need for belonging, and overcoming imposter syndrome in teams.

In this episode, we delve into toxic positivity, the balance between realism and optimism in leadership, and notable case studies like the "Miracle on Ice". In her books ‘Teaming’ and ‘The Fearless Organization’, Amy explains the critical role of psychological safety in fostering effective teamwork. We discuss her reflections on belonging, imposter syndrome, and her practical advice for creating supportive work environments.

Join us to explore:

• High-performance environments
• What is ‘Toxic Positivity’?
• The ‘Stop, Challenge, Choose’ model
• Overcoming imposter syndrome
• The true essence of psychological safety

Please email stephen@liveunbound.com if you have any questions about what we discussed today.

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