In this episode of A Matter of Culture, Reem and Sula delve into the topic of psychological safety within workplace cultures. The discussion begins with personal experiences of feeling unsafe at work and explores how this impacts behavior and engagement. The conversation covers the importance of creating safe environments for innovation, accountability without fear, and fostering healthy conflicts. Special attention is given to gender dynamics, microaggressions, and the broader cultural implications of safety in diverse workplaces. The episode also addresses strategies for leaders to build trust and transparency, and how to maintain safety during organizational changes.

00:43 Introduction to Psychological Safety

01:10 Personal Experiences with Psychological Safety

02:17 Impact of Fear-Based Leadership

04:09 Gender Differences in Workplace Communication

09:17 Reframing Safety in Leadership

15:49 Spotting Lack of Psychological Safety

19:26 Building Trust and Transparency

24:19 Cultural Context of Safety

27:14 Cultural Implications of Persistence and Harassment

29:22 Cross-Cultural Perspectives on Romantic Persistence

31:51 Understanding Consent and Impact

33:47 Microaggressions and Workplace Safety

37:08 Navigating Power Dynamics and Microaggressions

40:07 Onboarding and Integrating New Employees

50:11 Challenges in Gender Equity and Leadership

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