All parents share a core desire for their children. My wife and I share in this as well. Many things are important to us including academic rigor, cultural development, and diversity. But the greatest and nonnegotiable factor for our children is safety. Wherever we send our little ones, we want certainty that they will be protected. When we tour facilities we’re asking ourselves, “Is this a safe place? Will they feel secure? What measures are in place to ensure safety?”
Organizational leaders must ask the same question about their teams when it comes to psychological safety. There are great definitions of psychological safety out there by McKinsey and Company, Harvard Business Review, LeaderFactor (which I just completed a fantastic training with), and many others. A culture of psychological safety exists when leaders consistently value openness and honesty. When someone is vulnerable with their team, regardless if others agree, are they shamed or validated? Psychological safety is the freedom to share your true thoughts and opinions knowing that you will not be ostracized, demonized, or ridiculed.
Leaders, think about those that you have influence on. Think about your team dynamics. Is your team a safe place? Do members feel secure? What measures are in place to ensure safety?
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