Paths to a Psychologically Safe Workplace

The video discusses the importance of psychological safety in the workplace, emphasizing that it enhances team performance and reduces staff turnover. It outlines four key strategies to create a psychologically safe environment: assessing the workplace, providing effective leadership, managing virtual teams, and monitoring threats. The video also highlights the role of leaders in modeling appropriate behavior and the unique challenges faced by virtual teams. It concludes with strategies to address threats to psychological safety, such as providing timely feedback and fostering a sense of inclusion.

What challenges do virtual teams face in developing psychological safety?

How can team members address behaviors that threaten psychological safety?

What language should be used to foster a psychologically safe environment during stressful situations?