Episode 429: Exploring Psychological Safety At Work and Beyond.

26 Mar 2025 · 36 min
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26 Mar 2025 · 36 min

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In this episode of the Winey Palooza podcast, host Rebecca Greene—a licensed clinical social worker, mother, and wife—interviews Dr. Amber Tishner, an organizational psychologist and expert on psychological safety and female rivalry. The conversation begins with a brief promotional ad before moving into an introduction of Dr. Tishner’s background, her certification with the Academy of Brain‑Based Leadership, and her book Behind Frenemy Lines. They discuss the brain‑based psychological safety assessment, illustrating its use with personal examples (e.g., the importance of autonomy and the impact of micromanagement). The duo outlines how to recognize a lack of psychological safety at work—fear of vulnerability, reduced participation, and increased sick days—and offers concrete leadership actions such as transparent communication, continuous feedback loops, and follow‑through on surveys. Practical advice for coworkers and HR includes thorough documentation, bystander training, and using HR representatives in one‑on‑ones. They delve into the nature of female rivalry, its subtle, often passive‑aggressive manifestations, and its roots in self‑esteem and upbringing. Strategies for individuals to avoid contributing to rivalry involve self‑monitoring, cultural awareness, apologizing when needed, and employing a “pause” before responding. The conversation also addresses how men can act as allies, emphasizing awareness, allyship, and integrating rivalry awareness into broader bullying or bystander training. Benefits of psychological safety are highlighted—greater trust, higher productivity, lower turnover, and stronger team cohesion. Dr. Tishner shares methods for building emotional resilience, such as mindset shifts, journaling, meditation, and daily resets. Finally, she reiterates three key takeaways: the behavior isn’t the victim’s fault, women are not alone, and supportive networks exist. The episode closes with standard podcast sign‑off and a production ad.

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