Creating psychological safety

Hi again,

I hope you are well.

Today’s story is about creating an environment where everyone feels safe to speak up—a vital part of outstanding leadership.

One executive noticed that some team members were holding back, especially in challenging discussions. He committed to building an environment where risks, questions, and candid feedback were welcomed.

Key steps he took:

• Conducted regular check-ins to gauge how comfortable team members felt sharing ideas.
• Praised contributions that questioned the status quo, making people feel valued for their honesty.
• Modeled candid behavior himself, opening space for tough conversations.

Your reflection: Does your team feel safe to question and challenge ideas? How can you make it safer?

If this is a live question for you right now, Leadership Development is where I'd start.