Defining the Path to Inclusion & Innovation
Psychological safety is the heart of culture, the foundation of team performance, and the pathway for creating a sanctuary of inclusion and an incubator of innovation.
Psychological safety refers to an environment of rewarded vulnerability in which individuals feel 1) Included, 2) Safe to learn, 3) Safe to contribute, and 4) Safe to challenge the status quo—all without being embarrassed, marginalized, or punished in some way
The 4 Stages of Psychological Safety™ Framework
When leaders and team members nurture psychological safety by modeling and rewarding acts of vulnerability, they progress through four successive stages of psychological safety:
Stage 1: Inclusion Safety (Do you feel included, accepted, and a sense of belonging?)
Stage 2: Learner Safety (Do you feel safe to learn and grow?)
Stage 3: Contributor Safety (Do you feel safe to contribute and make a difference?)
Stage 4: Challenger Safety (Do you feel safe to challenge the status quo?)
Learning Objectives
1. Improve your interpersonal relationships in any social situation.
2. Elevate the way people see you.
3. Deepen your sense of inclusion and belonging.
4. Accelerate your ability to learn, contribute, and create value.
5. Transform the culture of your team by rewarding the vulnerability of others.
Audience
Managers and individual contributors at all levels, including both intact and cross-functional teams.
