Course
Building Psychological Safety
The course, “Building Psychological Safety,” is designed to help individuals and teams understand the importance of trust and psychological safety in the workplace. It delves into the reasons why trust may falter, the impact it can have, and offers practical tips on prevention and repair of such ‘trust wobbles.’ It further explores how changing work environments can affect feelings of safety and guides participants through the five steps to cultivating a psychologically safe workspace. This interactive course features engaging exercises and role-playing scenarios, allowing participants to put theory into practice.
Who will Benefit from this Course?
- Corporate professionals
- Small teams
- Entrepreneurs
- Project Managers
- Team Leaders
- Individuals in leadership roles
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, participants will:
- Understand the relationship between trust and psychological safety and their significance in the workplace.
- Recognise potential reasons for instability in trust ("trust wobbles") and the impact they can have on the team and work environment.
- Have a practical understanding of strategies to prevent and repair trust wobbles.
- Understand how changing work scenarios can impact feelings of psychological safety.
- Explore and understand the five steps to cultivate psychological safety at work.
- Identify actions they can personally take to foster a psychologically safe work environment.
Business Impact of Effective Leadership
Building psychological safety can significantly enhance both individual and organisational performance:
- Fosters a positive and supportive work culture, enhancing employee morale and job satisfaction.
- Promotes open communication, innovation, and creativity by enabling employees to take risks without fear of retribution.
- Enhances team collaboration and effectiveness by building trust among team members.
- Reduces employee turnover by creating an environment where employees feel safe and valued.
- Improves problem-solving and decision-making capabilities by encouraging open discussion and input from all team members.
