Luminary Leadership
Context
Why do some organisations stumble, and why do others soar? In 2012, Google researchers explored the question. They struck gold, discovering 'psychological safety' as the leading component of effective teams. Psychological safety is “the belief that an environment is safe for interpersonal risk-taking – like speaking up with a question, a concern, an idea or even a mistake.”
Studies have found that a positive climate is a key predictor in building psychological safety, yet mid-lockdown, only 43% of teams reported a positive climate. We also know that 70% of managers overestimate the levels of psychological safety in their team. As we emerge into the new world of work, there are gaps to be filled.
Looking Ahead
Thought leader, Amy Edmundson, believes the success of hybrid and remote teams, hinges on whether or not psychological safety can be cultivated. The complex, ever-changing nature of the workplace, required bulletproof levels of trust - where people be open and transparent in work and life-related topics.
Psychological safety has become somewhat of a buzzword. Many leaders are aware of its importance, yet fail to take the next step. Deliberate action is required. McKinsey says that fostering psychological safety at scale 'begins with leaders developing and embodying the behaviors they want to see across the organisation'. Leaders must equip themselves with the knowledge, skills, self-awareness for the stage ahead.
Make Safe
Make Safe is a leadership development program for managers to become torchbearers of psychological safety within their organisation. Participants get the opportunity to explore and shift their underlying beliefs, attitudes, and feelings on the subject of culture and team dynamics. Behavioral change doesn't happen overnight. Therefore, a long-form approach of 3 workshops is adopted to bring about lasting mindset changes.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the evolution of teams and the value of psychological safety at work.
- Reflect on their attitudes, beliefs, and assumptions around their team culture.
- Gain visceral, sensory experience of psychological safety.
- Explore 'consultative', 'supportive', and 'challenging' behaviors needed to cultivate safety.
- Practice new skills in small groups.
- Consolidate take-away actions to be integrated into day-to-day work.
"The businesses that create an environment for its people where those people can be themselves are the ones that are going to succeed. They will attract the best talent, they will retain them for longer and they will benefit from their contribution and loyalty. In my experience most businesses and the majority of leaders don't know how to create these environments. That is why the skillset and experience that Ronan brings is of such inherent importance to any organization that chooses to work with him. That is because he can accelerate the creation of the aforementioned cultural conditions that allow people to thrive individually and collectively. Ronan has over the last decade worked across elite sport, with young people and adults to hone a skill set that is very rare and highly valuable. If you are a smart leader and want the type of environment in which your people can thrive and do their best work then Ronan is the best investment you could possibly make."
"Ronan’s work with the Irish squad proved to be extremely valuable and worthwhile. He facilitated players to build stronger relationships, to be more open with each other, to show vulnerability, ask questions and be curious. This helped build an excellent environment."
"Ronan's session was like nothing any of the staff on the Global Business Solutions team here at Google had experienced before. Ronan seamlessly unlocked communication bottlenecks, and forged a genuine sense of team purpose and connection. The wider team left feeling refreshed, unified and optimistic. The overwhelming feedback was that this session was significantly impactful on a personal and professional level."
"I’ve been lucky enough to work with Ronan on several projects, and I always leave in awe of his abilities. Ro manages to balance a holistic and caring approach, with evidence and research to back up what he talks about.
He is a rare breed of facilitator that can deliver exceptionally high quality, impactful work right from day one. Ro draws on his experience working with youth to make his work engaging but is versed enough in business for it to be relevant to adults in the corporate and sporting arenas.
He captivates the rooms (or screens) with his facilitation, but somehow manages to make the participants the centre of all his work. A trait that takes incredible skill and years of hard work to successfully navigate.
Can’t speak highly enough of him; I am a better facilitator, and man, because of Ronan Conway."
FAQ
Over my ten years facilitating, I have worked with a range of cohorts and characters from a spectrum of ages, cultures and socio-economic backgrounds and sectors. Each engagement is a fresh challenge to build psychological safety, in a short window of time. I have acquired and documented many skills, tricks and nuances, and now I'm excited to share with people on the coalface.
Over 3 sessions, managers a blend of informative and transformative learning. The informative is the theory and research around the topic of PS. The transformative piece involves reflection and discussion. Both combined lead to a real and lasting behavioural change.
There are two options available.
- The first offering is a company offering - where participants will comprise of managers solely from the company.
- Also available are open programs for managers from all organisations and industries. (Contact Ronan to put yourself on this list).
If delivered in person, 4 is the minimum number of people; and 20 is the maximum.
More Programmes
One off workshop or 3 part Program
For who? Senior, mid-tier teams across all industries.
Duration - Delivered over 3-6 months. Workshops lasts between 2-3 hours.
Outcomes
- People enthusiastic to engage and take interpersonal risks with teammates.
- Individuals motivated to take responsibility, buy-in, and work for each other.
- Teams with greater collaboration, communication, and shared purpose.
- Elevated sense of ease, mental and emotional wellbeing.
One-off engaging talk.
For who? Town halls, annual conferences, or lunch & learns events.
Duration - The talk lasts between 1 and 2 hours.
Outcomes
- Aware of power of belonging and psychological safety.
- Stronger connection to the organisation and higher purpose of the work.
- Feel more connected to colleagues.
- Greater energy, motivation & commitment.
3-5 part training program.
For who? CEO's, senior, mid-tier managers, leadership teams.
Duration - Each session is a half-day engagement.
Outcomes
- Individuals empowered with EQ skills, awareness & belief to lead authentically.
- Group to grasp the 'what, why, how' of fostering engaging team environments.
- Leaders who are firmly connected to personal values and company values.
- A group who serve as a robust, supportive network for each other.
- Season-long journey of workshops.
- For who? Teams wanting to foster a healthy, cohesive, high performance environment.
- One off workshop experience.
- For who? Teams requiring a boost of connection, energy and alignment.
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