Building Psychological Safety

Sarah Hermanson

Psychological safety is a critical ingredient in creating workplaces where individuals feel empowered to express ideas, share concerns, and take risks without fear of embarrassment or retaliation. This presentation explores the concept of psychological safety, its impact on team dynamics, and actionable steps to foster it within your organization. Participants will learn how psychological safety drives innovation, collaboration, and engagement while equipping leaders with tools to cultivate it in the workplace.

By the end of this session, participants will:

• Understand Psychological Safety: Define psychological safety and recognize its role in fostering trust, collaboration, and innovation within teams.
• Identify Barriers: Explore common challenges and behaviors that hinder psychological safety and strategies to address them.
• Learn Key Practices: Discover actionable strategies for building and maintaining psychological safety, including effective communication techniques and supportive leadership behaviors.
• Foster Inclusive Conversations: Gain practical tools for encouraging open dialogue, handling dissent constructively, and creating a culture of belonging.

Target Audience

• Anyone who is building relationships at work.

Sarah's Bio:

As an entrepreneur, farmer, and human resource professional, Sarah has experienced firsthand the challenges of running a business and wearing all the hats. She has over 28 years of human resource and recruiting experience working with Iowa businesses. Sarah is a technical expert with an outstanding ability to connect, ascertain needs, and provide creative solutions. She loves utilizing her gifts of discernment and bringing people together to help create meaningful relationships and healthy thriving organizations.

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