Ep 57: Is Psychological Safety Enough? Rethinking How We Lead and Work

Psychological safety has become one of the most popular leadership buzzwords in recent years. But is it enough on its own?Inspired by Amy Edmondson’s recent Harvard Business Review article, executive coach and author LaTonya Wilkins explores the six most common misconceptions about psychological safety — and what leaders can do to move beyond them.LaTonya also shares exciting news about the second edition of her award-winning book Leading Below the Surface, coming this fall, and gives three practical tips for keeping psychological safety alive in your organization.Why psychological safety isn’t about being “nice” or avoiding accountabilityThe difference between safety and job securityHow safety drives performance and collaboration, not the oppositeWhy everyone — not just senior leaders — can create safety🌟 What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy psychological safety isn’t about being “nice” or avoiding accountabilityThe difference between safety and job securityHow safety drives performance and collaboration, not the oppositeWhy everyone — not just senior leaders — can create safetyThree practical ways to make psychological safety last🔗 Resources & LinksOfficial Podcast Hub: leadingbelowthesurface.comHBR Article: What People Get Wrong About Psychological Safety by Amy C. Edmondson & Michaela J. KerrisseyLaTonya’s Article: The Relationship Between Psychological Safety and AccountabilityChange Coaches on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/change-coachesLaTonya Wilkins on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/latonyawilkinsCoaching Below the Surface Program: changecoaches.io/coaching-below-the-surface/