The Unexpected Performance Multiplier with Charles Duhigg
About this episode
This episode discusses the importance of psychological safety in driving team performance and innovation.
Forget talent or strategy—one of the most effective ways to drive high performance is fostering psychological safety. When leaders create environments where people feel safe to speak up, ask questions, and challenge ideas without fear, teams don’t just work harder—they think better, collaborate deeper, and unlock the kind of energy and innovation that sustainable success depends on. Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/4q9ja5H Here is what they cover in this episode: Why psychological safety is a key driver of team performance. (01:34) How to “match” practical, emotional, and identity-based conversations to keep people connected. (06:42) Two meeting habits that build safety: equal turn-taking and visible listening. (10:43) A simple framework for hard conversations: “looping for understanding”—ask, reflect, confirm. (28:23) How trust and safe feedback channels help teams surface better ideas and hard truths. (22:14) Special thanks to our sponsor BELAY for offering a free download of their resource The Ultimate Guide to Stopping Executive Burnout . Just text the word ANDY to 55123 to claim your free guide now…
People in this episode
Host: Andy Stanley
Guest: Charles Duhigg
Topics covered
- psychological safety
- team performance
- leadership
- communication
- trust
- innovation
Keywords
- psychological safety
- team performance
- leadership
- communication
- trust
- innovation
- feedback
- collaboration
Sponsors
BELAY
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Forbes, Industry Leaders Magazine
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