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Psychological Safety
Psychological safety in the workplace is a state of being where a person can safely share their ideas and questions without fear of reprisal, mockery, loss of employment, or social status. Studies show that individuals who believe they are psychologically safe are more successful, happier, and more productive.
What Small and Midsize Businesses Need to Know About Psychological Safety
In the workforce, psychological safety is a critical component of maintaining employee morale. Employers can do many things to promote psychological safety, including enacting strong anti-discrimination and sexual harassment policies. Managers play a critical role in establishing psychological safety in the workplace by setting the tone for how teams should operate and treat employees.
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