Leading teams is like snow skiing. There are slow uphill slogs and exciting, sometimes scary downhill runs. Just as skiers must trust their equipment and their abilities, leaders must trust their team members and their leadership skills.
The ability to take risks and be vulnerable is essential for success.
Psychological safety is a term that refers to the ability of individuals to feel comfortable and confident in expressing their thoughts and ideas without fear of negative consequences. Leaders can learn to create an environment where team members feel safe to share their opinions and ideas without fear. The place to start is with some basic brain science.