people holding lightbulb picturesSuccessful teams have members who feel a sense of psychologicalsafety – feeling that they can take risks, innovate, share newideas.

When it comes to workplace teams, a measure of autonomy and"psychological safety" makes all the difference, according to O.C.Tanner's 2020 Global Culture Report.

"Leaders can nurture autonomy through a shared leadership modelwhere team members feel like they influence the work at hand," theauthors write. "In a workplace where meaningful interactions are atthe heart of the work, psychological safety becomes an abundantresource to support a thriving team."

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Katie Kuehner-Hebert

Katie Kuehner-Hebert is a freelance writer based in Running Springs, Calif. She has more than three decades of journalism experience, with particular expertise in employee benefits and other human resource topics.

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