Psychological safety is often described as “feeling safe to speak up.” As Harvard Business School professor Amy Edmondson has shown through decades of research, that idea goes much deeper. Psychological safety is about whether people believe they can raise concerns, admit mistakes, and challenge assumptions without fear of blame or humiliation–especially when the stakes are high. In this conversation, Edmondson explains why fear remains a hidden barrier in many organizations, how leaders unintentionally silence the … Continue reading Amy Edmondson on Psychological Safety, Speaking Up, and Learning at Work