Psychological Safety: The Foundation of Engagement

Psychological safety is the foundation of all effective teams, groups and individual relationships. It is defined as a shared belief that a group or situation is safe for interpersonal risk taking. When present people feel they can make mistakes, try on new ideas and be supported to be the best they can be. Research has supported its value and found it to be "the most important" component of engagement. People are more creative, better at problem solving and can effectively address different perspectives. In this workshop, the presenters will delve into psychological safety by reviewing the relevant research and breaking down the important components of it. Most important, they will present how to facilitate this in relationships in order to maximize engagement. Throughout this interactive program, the presenters will demonstrate techniques and review practices that promote psychological safety.