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7 Things Psychological Safety Is Not

Psychological safety isn't niceness, coddling, or a shield from accountability — seven misconceptions that derail culture work.

August 27, 2024·21:28

Understanding what psychological safety is not matters as much as knowing what it is — misconceptions lead to ineffective strategies and missed opportunities.

Tim and Junior debunk seven of the most common: psychological safety isn’t a shield from accountability, isn’t niceness, isn’t coddling, isn’t consensus decision-making, isn’t unearned autonomy, isn’t political correctness, and isn’t rhetorical reassurance. Then they return to what it actually is: The 4 Stages, built on rewarded vulnerability.

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7 Things Psychological Safety Is Not

Before you can change your culture, your people need a shared understanding of what psychological safety is—and what it isn't. This guide clears up the most common misconceptions.

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