In the final installment of the series on building psychological safety in instructional and ‘fun diving’ environments, this podcast episode explores "challenger safety." It underscores the importance of creating an environment where team members feel comfortable questioning or challenging unsafe practices, including instructors. This safety aspect encourages open dissent aimed at constructive improvement and urges leaders to welcome disruptive ideas and bad news with a positive response. It also advocates for diverse teams to foster divergent thinking and emphasizes the need for leaders to revisit and explain past decisions, avoiding groupthink and encouraging critical thinking. The episode concludes by highlighting the role of leaders and instructors in setting the cultural tone and ensuring a safe environment where team members can end a dive when necessary.

Original blog:

https://www.thehumandiver.com/blog/team-building-psych-safety-4

Links:

“If Only” documentary https://www.thehumandiver.com/ifonly

Why is it so hard to create a team quickly in diving, especially in classes?

Part One: Inclusion Safety

https://www.thehumandiver.com/blog/team-building-psych-safety-1

Part Two: Learner Safety

https://www.thehumandiver.com/blog/team-building-psych-safety-2

Part Three: Contributor Safety

https://www.thehumandiver.com/blog/team-building-psych-safety-3

Tags:

 - English Communications Gareth Lock Leadership Teamwork