No Bullsh!t Leadership 349. Building a Culture of Psychological Safety: Create the Conditions for High Performance
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May 6, 2025 Psychological safety is essential for high-performance cultures, enabling teams to share ideas without fear. Misconceptions about this concept are debunked, revealing that it focuses on team dynamics, not just individual feelings. Leadership plays a vital role in fostering this safe environment, boosting engagement and performance. Discover practical steps to cultivate psychological safety and encourage meaningful discussions within your organization.
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Psychological Safety Defined
- Psychological safety means a team is safe for interpersonal risk-taking.
- It encourages speaking up, admitting mistakes, and challenging authority without fear.
Safety Is A Team Attribute
- Psychological safety applies to team dynamics, not individual comfort.
- Claiming "I don't feel psychologically safe" can be weaponized and misused by individuals.
Conflict Is Essential, Not Forbidden
- Psychological safety isn't a conflict-free culture.
- Avoiding conflict leads to groupthink and passive-aggressive resistance, harming performance.