How to max your psychological safety in virtual working
How lovely is it getting glimpses of people's 'real' life?!
In the last few weeks I've seen babies, children, partners, roommates, cats & dogs (I even saw a mouse this week!), renovations, artwork, bookcases, trophies, gardens and balconies. I love gaining an insight into people's 'real lives'.
Incidental connecting is replacing incidental socialising
Have you noticed the opportunity to create deeper relationships over this period? Discovering more about each other? Gaining insights into who your colleagues 'really' are and what they care about?
Deeper connection is one of the opportunities this blended life is offering us.
What we choose to decorate our walls in our homes, how we deal with stressful situations, what we like on our toast, which of our values are on display right now, what Zoom background people choose and why, how good people are at making aluminium foil hats (yup, I saw that in a team meeting this week!), these are all starting points to help to get know each other more, as people.
What we are lacking in incidental socialising, we are making up for in incidental connecting.
These insights into each other build our opportunity to connect more deeply
When I work with teams who want to push their performance higher by creating more psychological safety and trust, one of the absolute essential learning points for remarkable teaming is increased connections between people. The key, of course, is sharing vulnerabilities, taking risks in letting each other 'in'.
Right now we are being forced into a little bit more vulnerability. There is less 'pomp and ceremony' to hide behind as our worlds blend. There are enormous opportunities for more psychological safety.
As ever I'd love to hear your thoughts on this.
And also...
Here is the link to my complimentary video series on emotional safety, something I feel very passionately that we all need boosting right now.
AND.....
PLEASE JOIN ME AND ALESSANDRA EDWARDS THIS FRIDAY....
OPEN FOR ALL
Are you prepared for the week that is coming? Please come to our session on Friday (register below), and then every following Friday at 12-12.30 AEST where Alessandra and I will give tips on how to Brace for the week. If you have a question/topic you want us to answer please email us at: evolve@bracefortheweek.com.au…!
Register here: BRACE FOR THE WEEK
AND....PLEASE DOWNLOAD FOR FREE
Brace for Impact:
How to Survive and Thrive
in the Pandemic Era
by Alessandra Edwards and Dr Amy Silver, with contribution from Brent Hodgson
Thought I'd let you know that several authors have generously shared copies of their books to inspire and help more people during lockdown! Here's a link to The Book Library
Happy reading!!!!
Some ways to work with me
Remarkable teaming behaviour is built on strong connections and courageous communication. This program gives you faster decisions, higher quality work and frictionless interpersonal systems. For collectives who want to work better together. The Safe Space Program
Training your managers to help them have conversations that drive performance and engagement (including giving and receiving feedback, difficult conversations and the responsibility of leadership. Conversations Create Growth
Accessing one of my keynotes for your internal organisation or to recommend me to speak at an industry event. Speaking
Of course, I'd also be delighted to talk if you think I can help +61 421 955 700
Amy helps teams use the psychology of groups to their advantage. Her programs drive connection, communication and courage for remarkable achievements. Please see The Safe Space and DrAmySilver.com