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20. Psychological Safety Starts With Your Leadership Team

At Work with The Ready

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High Trust Breeds Risk-Taking

For teams, especially leadership and executive teams, cultivating a high trust environment is crucial for effective functioning. Attempts to foster this trust often fail when conducted separately from daily work activities, leading to a disconnection between intentions and group dynamics. The perceived lack of safety exacerbates distrust, potentially creating a cycle of paranoia. Psychological safety is often misunderstood; it is not merely about being nice but involves the ability to take risks without fear of negative repercussions, allowing team members to engage authentically and innovate.

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