When Google set out to figure out what makes the most productive teams so effective, at first it was hard to find a pattern. Planning mattered, sure. Goals were important, yet. Team leadership, definitely. But one surprising quality rose to the surface, “Psych Safety”.
In today’s live, we start to unpack what that involves… and how it relates to mistakes.
NVC/Nonviolent Communication
Which “Stress Type” are you?
Competency? Positive Outlook? Or Intensity? How to tell what your biggest tendency is under pressure, and why this matters in collaborations.
Mitigating Anxiety in a Difficult Conversation
A few weeks back, I sent out a quick feedback formula outline, and got this really great question back from a reader:
“Thanks so much for this information. My question is do you have any suggestions for dealing with the somatic body symptoms as well as feelings of anxiety that come up before, during, and after these tough communication situations?”
Let’s dive into the ways you can mitigate anxiety – before, during and after a difficult conversation.